Lior Aviram
Hall of fameShibolet & Co.The hi-tech team at Shibolet & Co. ‘has an answer for every problem’, according to some. The team’s strength on the M&A side continues to impress and it saw an uptick in transactions involving distressed assets during 2023/24. On the investment front, the group routinely represents start-ups, VC funds and other investors in strategic matters. Managing partner Lior Aviram enjoys a prominent reputation in the market for his comprehensive hi-tech expertise. Other recommended individuals include department head Ofer Ben-Yehuda; Einat Weidberg, who handles hi-tech and VC transactions; and next-generation partner Effy Stern.
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Testimonials
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‘The responsiveness is unparalleled. Corporate counsel is available at any time and as needed. If we need expertise in different areas, the firm will pull in additional resources to meetings. Lawyers focus on the material items in each contract or issue, and do not waste time with redlining insignificant matters.’
‘Lawyers impress with their knowledge of our business, responsiveness and outstanding dedication, particularly Effy Stern.’
‘The team works as a partner to the client, focusing on the context of the business and operations of the client. The team provides all of the client's needs from all aspects and is very responsive. Effy Stern is proactive in his services, knows the client (and their needs) very well and is very practical.’
‘The team has an answer for every problem. It has a great network of lawyers and people who can help at any time of the day. We never need to wait for long on anything.’
‘Chezi Yehezkeli is an unbelievable lawyer, who provides us with 24/7 support. A true problem solver, who gives amazing business advice, not just legal advice. A really great person and advisor, we never need to wait for anything much longer than a day - all requests are usually handled on the same day.’
‘The team's biggest strengths are its availability and its ability to answer every question we have in different areas. Lawyers stand out for their professional service and their understanding of the business is a major strength.’
‘The service team is quite dedicated and professional, and also provides very intelligent and innovative services. It is always ready to provide alternative solutions for us. All of its professionals have superior technical skills and soft skills.’
‘We work with the managing partner, Lior Aviram. He is smart, dedicated and detail-driven. We've worked with him for almost 10 years. We trust him and admire his business sense.’
Key clients
- Desktop Metal
- Lighthouse
- Lightricks
- SNAP
- Flexx
- Red Current
- Panaya
- Pango Pay & Go
- Akeyless Security
- Perion Network
- SimilarWeb
- Embecta Medical
- Pixellot
- Motion Ventures
- Becovi Media
- Bookmap
- Carenostics
- Hirundo
- ChickP
- City Shob
- LS Mobile Apps Holdings
- Coupon Roller
- Daily Robotics
- Datomize
- Dbit Marketing
- Ceragon Networks
- Holisto
- hiSky SCS
Work highlights
- Acted for Desktop Metal, together with Latham & Watkins, on a $180m cash merger with Nano Dimension.
- Represented Rimonci International Specialized Fund and Victory Torch Investments, as major shareholders of Belkin Vision, on the sale of Belkin to Alcon Pharmaceuticals for up to $330m.
- Advised CartiHeal (2009) on its $330m acquisition by Smith & Nephew.
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.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Effy Stern
Shibolet & Co.Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Ofer Ben-Yehuda