Energy

Gornitzky & Co.

Hailed as a team of ‘adept dealmakers’ and ’highly skilled negotiators’, the energy lawyers at Gornitzky & Co. are well-versed in the full scope of services in this practice area, advising on various stages of the energy project cycle, from discovery and development to multijurisdictional project financings, transactions, public tender participation, and contentious matters. The team operates under the stewardship of reputed energy specialist Jack Smith, conventional and renewable energy go-to Itay Geffen, and the ‘highly skilled and dedicated’ Ronit Rozenstein-Barel , who assists a diverse lineup of energy suppliers and stakeholders and is involved in the emerging green electricity supply market. Also active across some of the group’s most significant deals is Maya Dvir, who is well-versed in PPP projects, and newly-appointed partner Liron Koren, who has experience counselling clients through energy sector M&A.

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Testimonials

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'The team possesses extensive expertise in energy regulation and market practices. They are adept dealmakers, innovative thinkers, exceptionally dedicated, and highly skilled negotiators.'
'Ronit Rozenstein-Barel is a highly skilled and dedicated attorney with exceptional analytical abilities. She demonstrates a deep understanding of business dynamics, allowing her to quickly identify key issues and deliver effective solutions in complex transactions. Known for her loyalty and direct approach, she consistently provides clients with clear and practical guidance.'
‘First-class professionals with in-depth knowledge of the Israeli energy scene.'
‘A good combination of veterans with impressive knowledge and experience and younger, energetic lawyers.’

Key clients

OPC Energy Ltd.
Generation Capital Ltd.
Zero Waste Ltd..
New Med Energy
Ratio Energies
Shikun & Binui Energy Ltd.
IP Innovative Power GmbH
Doral Group
Razore investments, engineering & consulting LTD
Minrav Group Ltd.
Tomer Energy Royalties (2012) Ltd.
APR Energy
Mitsubishi Power, Ltd.
Siemens Energy
Enlight Renewable Energy Ltd.
Lahav L.R
Keystone Fund
Ratio Energies Limited Partnership
Eco Energy Israel Ltd.
Noy Fund Negev Ltd.
Reindeer Energy
Rapac Energy Ltd. of the Rapac Group
Phoenix Insurance Company Ltd.
Amitim
Menora Mivtachim Insurance Ltd.
Clal Insurance and Finance Group
Extra Public Transportation Ltd.
Dan Public Transportation Ltd.
Egged Transportation Company Ltd

Work highlights

Represented Generation Capital Ltd. in their negotiations with Bezeq to jointly establish a company to supply electricity to households and small-scale consumers.
Representing OPC Power Plants Ltd. (a subsidiary of OPC Energy Ltd.) in all aspects relating to its participation in several public tenders published by the Israeli Land Authority (ILA) for the construction of renewable energy production plants using photovoltaic technology and energy storage facilities.
Represented Doral Power from Nature Ltd. of the Doral Group in its capacity as an electricity supplier under a virtual electricity production license.