A destination practice for oil and gas matters, Agmon with Tulchinsky Law Firm ‘embodies legal excellence in M&A, energy, and commercial law’. The team has played a leading role in the development of the major natural gas projects in Israel, where it frequently advises all of the partners in the key producing gas fields: the Leviathan and Tamar reservoirs. Alongside its dominant position in the oil and gas sector, the group also counts major independent power producers and renewable energy companies among its clients. Dan Hacohen is widely acclaimed as ’the dean of Israeli oil and gas lawyers’ and spearheads a department that also includes go-to energy expert Eddie Ashkenazi. Michael Macchia is an up-and-coming electricity regulation specialist.
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‘Very knowledgeable of the sector. The team is the best in Israel and its lawyers are very sharp; we highlight Dan Hacohen.’
‘Without a doubt, Agmon with Tulchinsky Law Firm, and specifically Eddie Ashkenazi’s team, embodies legal excellence in M&A, energy and commercial law.’
‘The team's strategic brilliance in M&A transactions, mastery of the intricate energy sector and savvy in commercial matters has consistently delivered unparalleled results. Its client-centric approach, unwavering accessibility and unwavering commitment to our success makes it our top choice for legal counsel.’
‘Eddie Ashkenzi excels due to his exceptional expertise, unwavering dedication, knowledge in renewable energy and unwavering professionalism. His profound legal knowledge, prompt responsiveness and proactive strategic-thinking consistently exceeds our expectations.’
‘The leading energy practice in the Israeli market, particularly with respect to upstream oil and gas where the firm dominates.’
‘Dan Hacohen is the dean of Israeli oil and gas lawyers.’
‘The team's key strength is its people. In particular, their combination of in-depth knowledge and approachability is unique.’
‘Michael Macchia is outstanding: he has taken all the information and knowledge he gained during his government service and has made it available to his clients.’
Key clients
- Chevron Corporation
- NewMed Energy
- Isramco
- Delek Group
- Tamar Petroleum
- Ratio Energies
- Navitas Petroleum
- S.O.A Energy
- Alon Gas
- Dalia Power Energies
- I.P.M. Beer Tuvia
- Rapac Energy
- Paz Ashdod Refinery
- Paz Group
- Pazgas
- Veridis Environment
- O.P.C Energy
- Rimon Group
- Doral Group Renewable Energy Resources
- Energix Group
- Solegreen
- Prime Energy
- Teralight
- Zabar Solar
- PV planet 2019
- Phelup Initiatives and Services
- Israeli Railways
- Ashdod Port
- H2ID
- IDE Water Technologies
- ICL Group
- Tadiran
- Lahav Green Energy
- Bonei Haaretz
- Amot
- ESCO Israel
Work highlights
- Advising NewMed Energy in the potential acquisition of 50% of the partnership units in NewMed by BP together with Abu Dhabi National Oil Company.
- Advising NewMed Energy on the establishment of a consortium with BP and the State Oil Company of the Republic of Azerbaijan (SOCAR) for the purposes of acquiring oil and gas exploration licences in Israel.
- Representing Doral Group in negotiations with an Israeli financial institution for a major investment in a portfolio of electricity production and storage projects in Israel.
Lawyers
Hall of Fame
The lawyers at the very top of the profession, widely known and respected by peers and clients for their longstanding involvement in market-leading work.
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Eddie Ashkenazi
Agmon with Tulchinsky Law FirmNext Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Michael Macchia
Agmon with Tulchinsky Law FirmPractice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Dan Hacohen