The overarching technology offering at AYR – Amar Reiter Jeanne Shochatovitch & Co fields experts in three distinct areas: hi-tech, which focuses on advice to start-ups and VC funds; technology and law, which includes IP, privacy and cybersecurity; and commercial and corporate, which covers tenders, financing and M&A. Daniel Chinn anchors the hi-tech team and is valued for his ‘practical suggestions about how a business should conduct itself’. The group also includes Saar Binyamin, who represents hi-tech entities at all stages; up-and-coming partner Mati Rosenbaum; and senior associate Hila Faber.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘AYR's team is highly versed in the ways of the tech industry. All partners and associates I worked with had a good understanding of their roles as being not only solicitors, but also business partners trying to achieve the best outcome possible. I enjoy the team’s high availability and efficient work procedures.’

  • ‘The team has particular experience and expertise in the Israeli hi-tech space that spans corporate law issues, litigation, as well as other areas that assisted our business tremendously. Structuring consulting agreements and complex commercial deals is particularly helpful.’

  • ‘Daniel Chinn has been our corporate counsel for years. He stands out not only in his knowledge of the law but also in his dedication. He can always be reached and is available to assist. His deep understanding of individuals has contributed greatly to our company, in addition to his ability to navigate the law.’

  • ‘Saar Binyamin, Hila Faber, and Neta Offen are consummate professionals who possess a unique ability to distil complex knowledge into accessible and clear information for clients. Each of them has left an indelible mark through exceptional service and navigating various needs with precision and expertise.’

  • ‘AYR's lawyers seem to have no egos, and they make sure the right attorney provides advice for each particular issue. They have significant expertise in any and all business matters for start up and technology companies.’
  • ‘Daniel Chinn is a real professional. Like many lawyers, he possesses a thorough understanding of the law. But, more importantly, he has excellent practical suggestions about how a business should conduct itself, taking into account both the law, and the particular business challenges it faces.’

  • ‘Hila Faber is extremely bright, thoughtful, and to-the-point when she advises her clients. She tells you what the law is, and then she makes practical suggestions for actions that the leadership of a company should take under the circumstances.’
  • ‘Saar Binyamin is my primary contact point. On the one hand he is always available to my requests, and always with a smile. His advice, whether supporting my opinion or providing a counterpoint, is always well-placed and called for. I highly trust Saar with my legal matters.’

Key clients

  • Lemonade (LMND)
  • Nexar
  • OurCrowd
  • Aleph
  • Wildlife Studios
  • AKT Global
  • Maniv Mobility
  • Sony Innovation Fund / Innovation Growth Ventures
  • XRHealth
  • Compete HR
  • HoneyBookEvent Planning
  • Hetz Ventures
  • Qipt Technologies
  • HevenDrones
  • Microsoft Corporation, Microsoft Israel, Microsoft Israel R&D (2002), Microsoft Azure Accelerator TLV
  • Forsight Robotics
  • Ionix
  • Daisy
  • Copyleaks
  • OwnID
  • Motus Tech
  • Delymer Therapeutics
  • Myinterview
  • Sunshine Robotics

Work highlights

  • Advised Lemonade on a co-operation agreement with Chewy Insurance Services.
  • Advised Schusterman Family Investments on a funding of $20m in Healthy.io.
  • Advised XRHealth on its merger with Psico Smart Apps, and the migration of the new entity, Amelia, into the State of Delaware.

Lawyers

Leading associates
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Daniel Chinn

Other key lawyers

Saar Binyamin, Mati Rosenbaum, Hila Faber, Neta Offen