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May 28, 2026
“3 Cases of the Week” in Globes: Dismissal of Motion for Class Certification Against Azorim
Adv. Zohar Haim Levinger and Adv. Anna Elenport from our Litigation Department represented Azorim in proceedings reviewed in Globes’ “3 Cases of the Week” column, in which the District Court dismissed a motion for certification of a class action against the company. The motion alleged that Azorim delayed the registration of purchasers’ ownership rights in a residential project, causing financial harm to buyers. The Court held that reasonable technical requirements for completing registration, including the submission of a municipal tax clearance certificate, do not constitute a breach of the Sale Law, and further found that the case was not suitable for certification as a class action.
May 20, 2026
Supreme Court Upholds Third-Party Sale Mechanism in Corporate Deadlock Dispute
The firm’s Litigation Department represented Panda Trading Systems in proceedings before the Supreme Court concerning a complex dispute between two equal shareholders, which resulted in the private company becoming embroiled in a prolonged deadlock. After the District Court accepted the firm’s position and ruled that the appropriate separation mechanism under the circumstances was the sale of the company or its operations to the highest bidding third party, an appeal was filed with the Supreme Court. The Supreme Court dismissed the appeal and upheld the District Court’s ruling, rejecting the claim for a forced buyout of the company’s shares. Panda was represented by Adv. Zohar Lande, Adv. Lina Makhuli, and Adv. Keren Ben Mordehay from the firm’s Litigation Department.
May 11, 2026
Bizportal: The Impact of Judicial Delays on Business Operations
Adv. Gal Livshits, a partner in the firm's Litigation Department, was interviewed about how prolonged court proceedings affect the operations of businesses and companies. According to Gal, court congestion, a shortage of judges, and the complexity of commercial cases contribute to significant delays in proceedings, which in turn reduce legal certainty and affect day-to-day business operations.
March 29, 2026
“The Disputes Program” with Adv. Tamar Pollak and Adv. Eran Winner: Shareholder Disputes
Adv. Eran Winner, a firm partner, joined “The Disputes Program” on 102FM with Adv. Tamar Pollak for a conversation on shareholder disputes and corporate litigation. Eran discussed how these disputes evolve in practice, the strategic thinking behind corporate litigation, and the delicate balance between competing business and personal interests, all with the goal of achieving the best possible business outcome. He also highlighted key issues to identify and address throughout the process.
February 12, 2026
Legal Victory in Construction Dispute: Court Dismisses Claim Against Architect and Architecture Firm
Our firm represented an architect and an architecture firm in a counterclaim related to a residential construction project, in which allegations of negligence and concealment of planning inconsistencies were raised. In January 2026, the court dismissed both the original claim and the counterclaim in full, rejected the plaintiffs’ allegations on the merits, and ordered the counterclaimant to reimburse our clients for attorney’s fees in the amount of ILS 70,000.
February 1, 2026
Another Court Victory: Dispute Arising from a Loan Agreement
A judgement rendered in December 2025 marked another victory for our firm. The District Court accepted our position and ordered the defendants—an American company and an Israeli citizen—to repay the plaintiff a loan of ILS 647,000, together with 10% annual interest for a period of 12 months, and awarded the plaintiff ILS 150,000 in legal costs. The court rejected the defendants’ arguments that the loan agreement was merely “nominal” and held that it is binding between the parties. At the same time, the District Court fully dismissed the counterclaim filed against our clients, which related to their relationships as shareholders in a startup and to joint investments in cryptocurrencies. The court ruled that the counterclaim was groundless and constituted a “tactical” claim intended to create leverage against the main action. Adv. Ofer Efrat represented the client throughout the complex proceedings.
January 29, 2026
Representing Guy Sal Group in Securing Approval for a New Residential Building
The Litigation and Real Estate Departments joined forces to represent Guy Sal Group in a complex co-ownership dissolution proceeding, during which the group had to assert its position as the winning bidder. The court accepted the group’s position, ruling that its proposal was the preferred one. Subsequently, the Ra’anana Planning and Building Committee granted approval for the construction of a new residential building in the Hameah neighborhood. The firm’s partners, Adv. Adi Shoham, Adv. Alon Abcasis, and Adv. Assaf Nahmias, have been supporting the group throughout the legal proceedings and the advancement of the planning and practical aspects of the project, and will continue to do so until its completion.
January 29, 2026
IFI Institute's Academy of Finance: Credit to Large Corporations Course
Adv. Idan Miller, partner and head of the firm's Insolvency and Debt Restructuring Department, delivered a lecture as part of the "Credit to Large Corporations" course held by the IFI Institute's Academy of Finance. The lecture addressed key legal and practical aspects of corporate credit, risk management, and insolvency proceedings involving large-scale companies.
January 23, 2026
Approval of Financial Rehabilitation Plan for David & Goliath Pharma
Advs. Idan Miller and Yedidya Shtiglitz from our Insolvency Department led the financial rehabilitation plan for the medical cannabis company David Goliath Pharma, which was facing debts of approximately ILS 20 million. Within 20 days of the issuance of a commencement order, the court approved a financial rehabilitation plan pursuant to which the shareholders retained their holdings through a control-sale transaction to an investor as part of the company's economic rehabilitation. The court approved the plan without convening creditors’ meetings and spread the repayment of the company’s debts over a period of four years.
January 7, 2026
Barnea: Representation in an Inheritance Dispute Concerning Rights in Two Luxury Properties
The court accepted our position and dismissed a claim in which our client’s sister sought half the rights in a real estate asset worth millions of shekels inherited from their grandfather and registered solely in our client’s name. The plaintiff failed to present a clear cause of action and was ordered to pay ILS 100,000 in legal costs. The case was handled by Adv. Zohar Lande, Adv. Gal Livshits, and Adv. Maor Gariany.
January 7, 2026
Contract Law Amendment – Revolution or Just Noise?
Adv. Gal Livshits explains in an interview with TheMarker that the recent amendment to Israeli contract law is not revolutionary, but reinforces the distinction between business and other contracts, allowing parties to set interpretive rules while emphasizing the importance of precise drafting and professional legal guidance.
January 3, 2026
Bank Guarantees in Urban Renewal Projects: Which Guarantee Provides Full Protection?
In an op-ed published in Maariv, Adv. Idan Miller outlines the role of bank guarantees in TAMA 38 projects and explains the critical distinction between a performance guarantee, which secures the completion of construction and the issuance of Form 4 only, and does not cover construction defects, consequential damages, or delays, and a defects (warranty) guarantee, which may provide meaningful protection in the event of the developer’s insolvency and forms an integral part of effective risk management when entering into an urban renewal project.
January 1, 2026
2025 Legal Year in Review: Key Business Updates and 2026 Outlook
As 2025 comes to a close and the new year begins, we have compiled the key legal developments affecting the Israeli business sector across multiple practice areas, together with practical recommendations for implementation ahead of corporate activity in 2026. The review is designed to provide an up-to-date overview and actionable guidance for informed legal planning in the year ahead.
December 14, 2025
Insolvency and Restructuring: Debt Settlement Secured for Panthera Pro Ltd.
Adv. Idan Miller, head of our firm's Insolvency Practice, successfully structured a debt settlement for the liabilities of Panthera Pro Ltd. and its controlling shareholder, Ms. Galit Ben-Simhon. Panthera Pro Ltd. operates in the management and leasing of shared and co-working office spaces. The debt settlement was approved on December 11, 2025, by the Tel Aviv District Court, following intensive negotiations with the company’s creditors. The court-approved arrangement resolves debts totaling approximately ILS 5.18 million, including approximately ILS 3.14 million owed to secured creditors and backed by the personal guarantee of the controlling shareholder, and provides for a seven-year repayment schedule. The settlement ensures the continued operation of the company as a going concern, preserves existing jobs, and enables a substantial recovery for creditors of up to 85% of the approved debt.
October 18, 2025
Adv. Gal Livshits in Globes: AI and Copyright – Redefining Legal Boundaries
As artificial intelligence continues to advance faster than regulation, courts are striving to keep pace. In the United States, major lawsuits against leading AI companies are reshaping the boundaries of law and creativity in the AI era. Adv. Gal Livshits from our firm was interviewed by Globes regarding AI model training and fair use, as well as the legal implications of collecting and reproducing copyrighted works without authorization through artificial intelligence.
September 14, 2025
Israel's Most Exquisite Co-Working Space Is Up for Sale
Adv. Idan Miller of our firm has been appointed trustee, leading the sale process of the prestigious Panthera complex, consistently recognized as one of the most beautiful co-working spaces in Israel. Among the complex’s shareholders are entrepreneur Marius Nacht, businesswoman Galia Albin, and professional football player Sharon Beck. The complex is now being offered for sale as part of a creditors’ arrangement filed by the company, following debts of approximately ILS 3.5 million.
September 7, 2025
Our New Podcast Is Now Live on Spotify – Barnea on Business!
We are excited to launch our new podcast, where we translate complex legal issues into practical tools you can apply in the real world. In each episode, our firm’s partners analyze current and key topics in the business world, including corporate law, MA, regulation and ESG, labor law, real estate, taxation, capital markets, and more, demonstrate how to put legal tools into action. This podcast is designed for anyone operating at the intersection of law and business and seeking hands-on knowledge and practical insights.
August 5, 2025
What Should We Know Before Taking a Loan? An Interview with Adv. Idan Miller
Adv. Idan Miller, a partner and head of the firm's insolvency and corporate recovery practice, was interviewed by Yedioth Ahronoth on the growing reliance on loans as part of everyday life in Israel, in light of the rising cost of living and the lack of any foreseeable relief. In the interview, Idan addressed a key question: What should we know or check about the entity we are borrowing from? Among other points, he emphasized that “it’s a mistake to choose a loan based solely on interest rates. A loan must eventually be repaid. Not all lenders operate in the same way, and the differences between them can be significant.”
July 24, 2025
Providing Representation in ILS 50 Million Civil Lawsuit Against Michael Mirilashvili
Our firm, led by Advs. Zohar Lande, Eran Winner, and Lina Makhuli, is representing Shabtai Alon in a ILS 50 million civil lawsuit against Michael (Micho) Mirilashvili, father of Yitzhak Mirilashvili, licensed owner of Channel 14. Yesterday, Calcalist published parts of Zohar Lande’s cross-examination, which included questions regarding company registrations under third parties’ names, undocumented business activities, and political connections.
July 22, 2025
The Collapse of a Major Clinic Chain – Special Report on Channel 12 News
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, a 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.