Middle East - Israel • Dispute resolution

Asserson Law Offices

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Counting government agencies, multinational corporations, banks and high-net-worth individuals among its client roster, Asserson Law Offices’ ‘unique practice’ is well versed in LCIA and ICC arbitrations involving Israeli-connected parties. Headquartered in London, the team is led by ’highly capable’ Baruch Baigel, who maintains a track record in cross-border cases, while Shimon Goldwater ‘leaves lawyers on the other side scratching their heads’ in public law disputes. Other key contacts in the group include Yisrael Hiller and senior associate Lynn Yin.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Baruch Baigel is sharp, very clever, pragmatic and creative in his approach.'

  • ‘Asserson offers a unique practice of English law in Israel.’

  • ‘Yisrael Hiller is a real professional; responsive and always available.’

  • ‘Asserson is commercial and has some excellent quality lawyers.’

  • ‘Shimon Goldwater is next level when it comes to tactics and strategy. He leaves lawyers on the other side scratching their heads and thinking, "how did he do that?" He is someone who is very talented at what he does.’

  • ‘A wonderful team with talented lawyers focused on achieving the best outcome for the clients. They also offer great value for money with their unique business model.’

  • ‘Baruch Baigel is a highly capable lawyer with great strategic oversight of the case. He is excellent technically but also very practical.'

  • 'Lynn Yin is an excellent senior associate.’

Key clients

  • Benjamin Steinmetz
  • Semën Anufriev
  • East West German Real Estate
  • David Hamon and other university students
  • Trau Bros NV
  • JBR Capital Limited
  • Infinidat Ltd
  • Xiao Min

Lawyers

Leading individuals

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Baruch Baigel

Other key lawyers

Shimon Goldwater, Yisrael Hiller, Lynn Yin