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Representation in a dispute with a cooperative association
In recent days, the story of an Arab citizen named Samar Graeb has made headlines. About a year ago, he bought a house in the "Hapoalim neighborhood" in Afula and applied to be accepted as a neighborhood resident. The neighborhood committee rejected his request, claiming that it was a neighborhood with a Jewish, Zionist, and secular character.
Firm partner Shai Avnieli is representing Mr. Graeb in proceedings before the neighborhood committee and has appealed its decision.
Next week, a meeting is expected to convene, during which members will vote on whether to accept or reject the neighborhood committee's decision.
Representing Nofar Energy in Negotiations to Acquire Rights in Blue Sky Group
Firm partner Samuel Henri Samuel represented Nofar Energy in negotiations to acquire 67% of the capital of Blue Sky Group, a group of companies engaged in the development and construction of solar energy projects in the United States. The deal is valued at approximately USD 91 million.
Basic concepts in the world of entrepreneurship
Tal Freilich lectured as part of a program for novice female entrepreneurs at the Tel Aviv University Entrepreneurship Center, which aims to provide a set of tools to female entrepreneurs at the beginning of their careers. Tal lectured on some of the most important basic concepts in the world of entrepreneurship.
How Should an Employer Deal with an Employee's Problematic Posts on Social Media?
In light of heightened security tensions in recent days, a post by an employee on social media that goes beyond the bounds of legitimate opinion may disrupt routine daily conduct in the workplace. An employer must therefore act accordingly to remedy the situation. In an op-ed published in Globes, Netta Bromberg, the head of our Employment Department, explains how an employer should respond.
Representing Migdal in Investment in Fintech Company Sunbit
The fintech company Sunbit, which has developed an AI-based technology that enables personalized payment options, raised USD 130 million in a series D financing round led by Group 11, Zeev Ventures, and Migdal Insurance.
Our firm's Micky Barnea and Ariella Dreyfuss represented Migdal in the transaction.
Intern Interview Week Is Approaching
The intern interview week for law students at various law firms is coming soon.
In a recent Walla article, firm partner Ilan Blumenfeld offered tips to candidates about how to successfully prepare for an interview.
Wrote a Racist Post? You Could Be Fired
Netta Bromberg, our Head of Employment Department, was interviewed as part an article in Yedioth Ahronoth’s finance section. She explains which statements are permissible and which are forbidden for employees posting on social media platforms that belong to their workplaces.
Everything You Need to Know When Registering a Patent
Building an initiative? Does it include intellectual property you want to protect? We were interviewed by Globes, explaining to entrepreneurs every step they must take on the path to registering a patent.
Representing Migdal in NIS Millions Investment in Behalf
Our firm represented Migdal in a financing round worth millions of shekels in Behalf, a startup that provides alternative financing solutions to B2B companies. The client was represented by Micky Barnea, Ariella Dreyfuss, and Daniel Arbov.
Representing Azrieli in NIS 860 Million Agreement with SolarEdge
Our firm represented the Azrieli Group in an agreement with SolarEdge to build the solar energy company’s new campus, at an investment of approximately NIS 860 million. The future campus will be built by Azrieli on a 6.5 acre site in Glilot North, east of the coastal highway (Road 2), which was purchased from private owners. Advs. Terry Almozlino Arnon and Alon Wolner represented Azrieli in the transaction.
Five-Session Workshop with Unit 669 Alumni
Together with the Black Cat Family, an organization for the alumni of the IDF’s combat search and rescue extraction unit, we launched a five-session workshop to provide basic legal tools for entrepreneurs. As part of the sessions, we lectured on founders’ agreements. We also lectured on the employee hiring process, and on how to build the right tax structure.
Overcoming Opposition to Construction Plans
The publication of large-scale construction plans often provokes fierce opposition from residents in the area. Yedioth Ahronoth published in its weekend edition a comprehensive article on the subject featuring an expert from our firm. What do you need to know about submitting a plan and how to do so?
Blockchain and Real Estate
Globes has dedicated its Real Estate Supplement for Israel's Independence Day to real estate innovation. Dr. Zvi Gabbay was asked to publish a guest column discussing the implementation of blockchain technology that enables the registration and performance of digital operations through a distributed network of computers in the real estate field. According to Zvi, once land registration is also based on blockchain, buyers will be able to purchase real estate property and take out a mortgage in exactly the same way online purchases are made today.
Barnea Represented Gnrgy in Sale to O.P.C. Energy
Firm partner Yuval Lazi and associate Mayer Winkler advised Gnrgy, a company operating in the field of electric vehicle charging, in its sale to public company O.P.C. Energy, part of the Idan Ofer Group. The transaction amount was NIS 67 million. Our legal services consisted of advising on all aspects of the transaction, including antitrust issues.
Will Raising the US Corporate Tax Rate Affect Israeli Companies?
The planned corporate tax rate hike in the United States has Israeli investors worried about further developments and the impact on Israeli companies. As an expert in the taxation field, Harel Perlmutter was interviewed by Bizportal on the issue and its implications.
Representing a Project Management Startup in a NIS Millions Financing Round
Our firm represented IMGN, a startup in the project management field, in a financing round worth millions of shekels.
TipRanks Completes USD 77 Million Funding Round
Israel-based fintech company TipRanks announced today the completion of a USD 77 million funding round led by Prytek and Mor Investment House. Adv. Ariella Dreyfuss represented TipRanks in the round. TipRanks currently has 60 employees located mostly in Tel Aviv. With the new investment, the company plans to double its workforce and open offices in New York.
Webinar: Supervision and Control Procedures – How to Do It Right
As part of the ACC Compliance Forum we lead, we will host a webinar tomorrow on the supervision and control procedures within organizations. Dr. Zvi Gabbay will discuss the theoretical aspects and challenges in the field, followed by an expert panel.
Webinar: 10 Years of Administrative Enforcement in Israel
The Rina and Meir Heth Center for the Study of Competition and Regulation at the College of Management is holding a webinar with former judges and legal experts entitled “10 Years of Administrative Enforcement in Israel.” Dr. Zvi Gabbay was invited to participate in the lawyers’ panel of experts, which will examine the impact of administrative enforcement tools on violations of the law in Israel.