Commercial, corporate and M&A

Herzog Fox & Neeman

Herzog Fox & Neeman maintains a leading position in the Israeli market, advising a diverse roster of clients, including acquirers, sellers, investors, and financial institutions, on complex cross-border transactions. The team is jointly led by Ran Hai, renowned for managing major cross-border M&A transactions and private equity work in Israel, and Nir Dash, who specialises in M&A transactions involving public companies and private equity funds. Heads of the technology department, Hanan Haviv and Yair Geva, are also highly recommended for their expertise in corporate and M&A transactions, as well as acquisitions, private equity, and venture capital investments. The team also includes tech and M&A expert Yuval Meidar, Asaf Nahum, who handles both domestic and cross-border M&A and private equity deals, and Michal Herzfeld.

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Testimonials

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'Ran Hai is an exceptional lawyer; he is bright, intelligent, and possesses sharp analytical skills. He can navigate complex situations in a unique, delicate, and intelligent manner.'
'Ran Hai is a terrific lawyer and always a pleasure to work with.'
'Nir Dash and Michal Herzfeld are the partners I primarily work with at this practice, and I truly enjoy collaborating with them. They are always willing to partner with me on whatever is needed.'
'They have an excellent team with a deep bench of talent. They possess the ability to think ahead and anticipate challenges, which is critical for effective planning.'
'I highly recommend HFN for their exceptional legal expertise and innovative approach to solving complex challenges. With a dedicated team of professional lawyers, HFN stands out as a leader in the legal industry.'
'At HFN Law Firm, the attorneys are brilliant legal minds who effortlessly navigate complex legal issues, demonstrating unwavering dedication to their clients and delivering outstanding results with professionalism. Ran Hai and Assaf Nahum are true pillars of the legal profession, showcasing expertise, diligence, and passion for advocacy.'
'Herzog's M&A team specialises in complex cross-border transactions while providing solid legal advice throughout the M&A process.'
'Asaf Nahum is a key figure in Herzog's M&A practice. He is a true business-oriented lawyer with a wealth of experience, consistently delivering results in complex settings. Asaf is my go-to lawyer for any intricate M&A deal!'

Key clients

Microsoft Corporation
JPMorgan Chase Bank
LinkedIn Corporation
Dell
GE Healthcare
PepsiCo Inc
UBS
Porsche SE
TD Bank
McKinsey & Company
TPG
Thoma Bravo
Pango
Brookfield
Sun Pharmaceuticals Industries
3D Systems Corporation
Rockwell Automation
Macquarie Capital
Mubadala Investment Company
Leonardo DRS Inc
ST Engineering
Israel Electric Company
Applied Systems
Stonepeak Infrastructure Partners
Oddity Tech Ltd
Doron Ofer

Work highlights

Advised NeoGames on its acquisition by Aristocrat for approximately USD 1.2 billion.
Advised Clariant AG on the purchase of the cosmetic ingredients business unit of International Flavors & Fragrances, Inc for a total consideration of USD 810 million.
Advised Nvidia Corporation on its acquisition of Run:ai at a valuation of USD 550 million, plus USD 75 million in Nvidia RSUs to be allocated to the target’s employees as incentive equity