With significant expertise in the technology sector, Meitar Law Offices' department continues to secure a leading position in the corporate and M&A sector in Israel. Dan Geva is equally entrusted by Israeli and international corporations, issuers, and investment banks to handle complex acquisitions, restructuring, and corporate finance transactions, an area in which Dan Shamgar, with a focus on cross-border deals, is particularly active. A litany of US and European banks and financial institutions routinely engage Clifford Felig due to his knowledge of corporate and securities law, while Itay Frishman is a go-to choice for international technology companies. Mike Rimon is the venture capital firms’ key contact. The sizeable team also includes ‘number one M&A advisor’ Shira Azran, ’super negotiator’ Jonathan Atha, and seasoned partner Alon Sahar. Senior associate Mouna Totry is also recommended.
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Testimonials
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- 'The corporate practice is great. There is no unnecessary research, everything is done super efficiently and the advice is tailored to the risk profile we want.'
- 'Shira Azran is a superstar. I have worked with her for years, and she is my number one M&A advisor, even for Delaware companies. She is practical and honest, always letting me know if my expectations are unreasonable or if I am about to make a tactical mistake. She is also great at getting feedback; she understands my point of view and what is most important to us and adjusts accordingly.'
- 'A large multidisciplinary team which has been supporting our firm for many years. Strong capabilities and support on any aspect of an M&A transaction. Very service-oriented with high motivation and availability. Up to speed on recent M&A developments.'
- 'Phenomenal partners who are hands on and very knowledgeable about every aspect of our business. Superb negotiations and communications skills, problem-solving oriented with good eye for the details, and clear distinction of important items vs meaningless ones.'
- 'I highly recommend Jonathan Atha for corporate, M&A, and investment work. Jonathan is a superb negotiator and a problem solver, and his expertise in, and dedication to, driving and closing these types of deals is impressive. He is the type of lawyer you want by your side on any corporate transaction.'
- 'Widespread know-how provided on a case-by-case basis, from transactions and agreements with regional focus up to complex international transactions.'
- 'Jonathan Atha keeps cool even in the most turbulent transactions, great organisation of a complex team, even in the case of cross-border transactions.'
- 'Meitar are exceptional service providers. They are committed, professional, and profound, and as a customer you can trust that their lawyers will not leave any stone unturned and will proactively address the key legal issues.'
- 'Shira Azran is a skilful lawyer, and working with her brings the best of both worlds: an exceptional legal expert that will provide accurate legal solutions to every key issue in an M&A transaction, and an entrusted business adviser who helps strike the fine balance between the legal and the commercial aspects of the transaction.'
Key clients
- Axis Cyber Security Ltd.
- BRIGHT DATA LTD.
- CrowdStrike
- CyberArk Software
- Dynatrace
- EQUASHIELD MEDICAL LTD.
- General Motors
- GTCR
- Illusive Networks Ltd. Vis-à-vis Proofpoint
- KIRKBI A/S
- KKR
- My Pet Ltd
- NewMed Energy
- Target Market
- Youappi Inc
Work highlights
- Advised BP and ADNOC on acquiring a 50% stake in NewMed Energy, along with part of Delek Group's holdings.
- Advised KIRKBI A/S, the holding company for the LEGO brand, on its USD875m acquisition of full ownership of BrainPOP, a prominent educational technology company.
- Advised KKR on acquiring Ness Digital Engineering from The Rohatyn Group.
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Dan Geva, Dan Shamgar, Clifford Felig