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We are advising the Azrieli Group on the development of a new assisted living project in the Sde-Dov neighborhood in northern Tel Aviv, following Azrieli’s win in a government tender for the establishment of a large-scale senior housing complex. The Sde-Dov area, located on the grounds of the former airport, is being developed into a new residential district planned to include approximately 16,000 housing units, a central park, and the preservation of historic elements.

Our firm is representing Azrieli Group in its flagship project in Tel Aviv – Azrieli Town – which includes two 50-story office towers, a 63-story residential tower, retail areas, and open public spaces. We are advising the group on all aspects of the project, providing end-to-end legal support.

Our firm is representing Aura in a major urban renewal (Pinui-Binui) project in northwestern Nesher, covering approx. 6.2 dunams. The plan includes demolishing 152 old units and building around 800 new apartments, along with commercial, office, and public spaces. Residents will benefit from expanded apartments, sun balconies, parking, storage, reinforced security rooms, and upgraded infrastructure. The project also offers a 10-year maintenance fund and potential profit-sharing for existing residents.

Our firm is advising Aura on a large-scale urban renewal (Pinui-Binui) project in the historic Rasco neighborhood of Ma'alot. The project entails the demolition of 248 old housing units and the construction of approximately 1,100 new residential units across six modern towers, along with commercial areas, office space, and public facilities. Spanning approximately 53 dunams (13 acres), the project is one of the most significant urban regeneration initiatives in the Western Galilee region.

Our firm represents Kedar Group, a leading developer in Israel’s urban renewal sector, in nine luxury pinui-binui projects located in Ra’anana, Ramat HaSharon, and Herzliya. Each project includes approximately 30 residential units, with a total estimated value of around ILS 330 million. We provide comprehensive legal support throughout all stages, including complex zoning processes, developer tenders, financing and contractor agreements, as well as ongoing assistance with marketing and sales.

We represent 119 apartment owners in the Navy complex in Haifa, a highly sought-after real estate project featuring demolition of nine buildings and construction of approximately 460 new housing units. Our legal services include drafting tenant agreements, ongoing legal counseling, tax advice, planning and zoning guidance, and handling challenging tenant matters.

Dr. Avishay Klein, partner and head of the Privacy, Cyber, and AI Department at our firm, has joined the National AI Preparedness Expert Forum. Selected by the Ministry of Innovation, Science, and Technology, the forum’s mission is to develop a national strategy for the safe, responsible, and innovative use of AI, including smart regulation, fostering collaborations, and building a leading AI ecosystem in Israel.

At the Israel Real Estate Center’s 10th anniversary event - the Urban Renewal Summit, Alon Abcasis, partner and head of the Residential and Urban Renewal Practice at our firm, will take part in a legal panel alongside leading experts and senior professionals in the field.

Adv. Omri Oren, a partner in our Capital Markets Department, emphasizes in his article in Calcalist the importance of integrating artificial intelligence within a board’s responsibilities. He calls for embedding AI into the organizational strategy, decision-making processes, and managerial oversight, with a focus on transparent policies, responsible use, and a deep understanding of opportunities and risks, aimed at fostering safe and effective organizational growth.

Sharap Plus, a major private medical clinic network, collapsed, leaving debts of approximately ILS 50 million and no response to affected clients. Adv. Idan Miller, partner and head of our Insolvency and Corporate Recovery practice, was interviewed in a Channel 12 News prime-time segment on the implications of the insolvency proceedings for customer rights.

Dr. Avishay Klein, a partner and head of the firm's Privacy, Cyber and AI Department, was interviewed by Channel 10, Israel’s business news channel, on the growing impact of artificial intelligence in the legal world. The discussion covered real-world legal cases, copyright and AI, industry regulation, and academic enforcement challenges.

A new initiative led by Israel’s Ministry of Finance seeks to curb the involvement of organized crime in public tenders—a goal both important and necessary. However, the proposed language of the draft bill raises concerns that the burden may ultimately fall on the public, both financially and democratically. As an expert in the field, Adv. Liran Welcman, who heads our firm’s public tenders practice, shares his insights in a thought-provoking op-ed.

The firm represents Aviv Group, controlled by Melisron Ltd., one of Israel’s leading real estate companies specializing in the development and construction of residential, commercial, and luxury projects. We recently advised the group on a financing agreement with Mizrahi-Tefahot Bank for a project in the Maoz Aviv neighborhood of Tel Aviv, with credit facilities totaling approximately NIS 1.4 billion.

Adv. Harel Perlmutter, Partner and Head of the Tax Department at Barnea, was interviewed by Walla regarding the Israeli Tax Authority’s upcoming voluntary disclosure procedure for holders of cryptocurrencies and digital assets.
The new framework is expected to offer immunity from criminal proceedings for taxpayers who come forward—without an anonymous track and without relief from interest or inflation adjustments. The procedure will apply to assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, and NFTs, provided the disclosure is made before any investigation is initiated or relevant information reaches the authorities.

Adv. Zohar Lande, Head of our firm’s Litigation Department, participated today in a panel at the annual ACC Israel Conference, which focused on how companies handle crisis situations – such as regulatory investigations or office raids. Zohar spoke about the critical importance of the initial steps taken on the day a crisis breaks, and how a company’s immediate decisions can shape its legal, business, and reputational trajectory over time.

The court has approved Landa Digital Printing’s request for a stay of proceedings and ordered a suspension of creditor lawsuits until the end of August. During this period, the company will be able to seek a potential buyer and formulate a debt arrangement. Adv. Idan Miller of our firm represents Winder, a Singapore-based investment fund and one of the company’s key investors. At the hearing, Idan noted that the fund invested approximately USD 400 million in the company, including USD 230 million in loans. Notably, USD 14 million of this amount was injected over the past two months alone. “The claim that the investors have withdrawn is simply inaccurate,” he said. “We made every effort to support the company, and its current operations are being financed by us.”

Adv. Micky Barnea was interviewed by Globes regarding the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s proposal to tighten the criteria for foreign private issuers — a move that could affect around 100 Israeli companies currently traded in the US.

These companies benefit from significant regulatory exemptions, including relief from filing quarterly reports and less stringent executive compensation disclosures. While the proposal primarily targets Chinese issuers, the implications for Israeli companies may be substantial, both in terms of regulatory burden and cost.