Adv. Michael Barnea

Michael Barnea

Micky Barnea, the firm’s Managing Partner and head of its corporate practice.

Micky is recognized as one of Israel’s leading corporate and securities lawyers, and is ranked as a top-tier lawyer in M&A by Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, and Who’s Who.

Micky’s diverse practice encompasses 30 years’ experience in corporate, securities, technology and cross-border matters and he is highly-regarded for combining exceptional legal knowledge with deep industry knowledge.

He plays a lead role acting for some of Israel’s largest public and private companies, as well as for prominent international corporations, on their most significant transactions.

In the past few years, Micky has led a number of significant merger and acquisition deals in the Israeli market. This includes representing Migdal Group in its various investments, Johnson & Johnson Development Corporation in its various investments in Israeli startup companies, and Danel Group in its acquisitions and investment transactions.

Micky also leads the firm’s lateral recruiting efforts and growth strategy.

Global Recognition

Prestigious directory Chambers and Partners consistently ranks Micky as a leading lawyer in the Corporate/M&A practice area. The guide describes him as “really brilliant and very straightforward. Problem solver,” and as “instrumental for the success of the transaction.” Micky is also ranked as a leading lawyer in the Chambers HNW guide.

The Legal 500 also ranks Micky as a leading lawyer in the Corporate and M&A practice area. It describes him as “one of the top lawyers in commercial and corporate in Israel. He is a proactive and high-quality lawyer, always available.”

The 2023 Who’s Who guide also ranked Micky as a leading lawyer in M&A, Capital Markets and Corporate Governance.

Education:

Tel Aviv University LL.B. 1992

Admission:

Member of Israel Bar Association since 1993

Insights & News - Michael Barnea:

January 20, 2025

Rights of ADS Holders in Israeli Companies Traded on Nasdaq

As part of proceedings brought by activist shareholders of Nano Dimension, the District Court ruled that ADS (American Depository Share) holders should be treated as shareholders of the company. The significance of this ruling in Israel: boards of directors will be precluded from relying on ADSs to try and block activist shareholders’ campaigns.

It’s Not Every Day Three Judges Overturn a Ruling and Set an Important Economic Precedent

The Economic Court's decision to revoke the approval of a derivative lawsuit filed against the controlling shareholder of Equital has sparked controversy among corporate law experts. As a capital market expert, Micky Barnea was interviewed by Globes on the matter and stated, among other things, that directors on the audit committee examining transactions should be allowed to consult with the controlling shareholder without it being considered as subordinating themselves to his will.

Recovery Signs in Israeli Legal Sector – Micky Barnea Interview with Globes

In an interview with Globes, Micky Barnea, our firm’s managing partner, discussed the complexities that characterized 2023 and the recent growth in the firm’s practice areas.