Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky is one of the senior partners at M. Firon & Co., heading the firm’s infrastructure, projects and real estate departments. Tamar is one of Israel’s most prominent and valued infrastructure and projects attorneys, as well as a pioneer in the PPP (Public-Private Partnerships) arena. Over the years, she has accrued unparalleled experience in advising on complex infrastructure projects, including PPPs, BOTs and PFIs, pertaining to the establishment of light rails, subways, ports, roads and more. A trusted attorney of some of Israel’s leading enterprises, Tamar handles infrastructure projects throughout their entire lifespan, starting with applying for a public tender or preparing the tender on behalf of its initiator, through financing the project and to its onsite execution. She has a special expertise in financing PPP projects, having represented her clients in intricate transactions involving banks and other financial entities. Furthermore, Tamar is an expert real estate attorney, representing Israel’s top contractors and construction companies. Over the past several years, she has advised on large scale residential and commercial real estate projects, in addition to varied public-sector projects involving complex real estate and land aspects. Her list of clients includes Israeli as well as foreign publicly traded companies, who benefit from superior legal and business advice on their local and worldwide real estate projects. Having been extremely active at the forefront of the real estate and infrastructure sectors in Israel for many years, Tamar also possesses considerable expertise in project finance. She advises a wide range of financial bodies, including Israel’s largest banks, in project financing transactions, while leveraging her vast hands-on experience and her capacity for risk assessment of each project. Likewise, Tamar represents Israeli and foreign investors in real estate and projects, supporting their business activities in Israel and around the world.
M. Firon & Co Advocates and Notaries
M. Firon & Co Advocates and Notaries impresses sources with its ability to ‘navigate complex legal landscapes with ease’. A strong choice to advise major construction companies on infrastructure projects, including Ashtrom Group, Shikun & Binui and Shapir, the team also acts for lenders, public-sector entities and other key stakeholders. High-profile sector specialist Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky heads the real estate, infrastructure and project finance departments and maintains a diverse projects practice. The group also draws on infrastructure and project finance partners Timor Pesso and Sivan Atias.
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‘High-level service, very professional, available and provides all the range of services and legal accompaniment required for a company in general and a government company in particular.’
‘The firm’s team provides professional advice and always goes the extra mile. The politeness and willingness to assist are felt, which turns the experience from working with a consultant to working with a work colleague.’
- ‘Sivan Atias and Nir Markovitch have been guiding the company for the last few years with dedication, upholding the company’s best interest. Their experience and knowledge, combined with their commitment, have made their services invaluable to the company.’
‘I am more than happy to recommend the M. Firon team. Its meticulous attention to detail, comprehensive understanding of the legal intricacies, and ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks are instrumental in our business.’
‘I think Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky is the best there is in Israel. I watch her peers in action when we negotiate with other parties, and I must say, she has the best expertise: it’s not only the experience, but also the way she knows how to make the right adjustments, which are sometimes critical in large-scale projects.’
‘The partners we work with ensure that legal issues are identified and addressed in a proactive and strategic manner. Their proactive approach to identifying and mitigating potential legal issues is particularly impressive, and they demonstrate strong ability to navigate complex legal landscapes with ease.’
‘I work very closely with Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky, who is highly skilled and deeply committed to providing us with personalized attention and support. She takes the time to listen to our concerns, understand the goals and objectives, and develops strategies that are fully matched to each project.’
‘I work closely with Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky, who is a very experienced and knowledgeable lawyer. There is no question that she does not know how to answer. She holds deep understanding and experience in all legal aspects, as well as in the business of the industry.’
Key clients
- Ashtrom Group
- EDF EN (Israel)
- CAF
- Shapir
- Light TLV
- CRTG
- Phoenix Insurance Company
- Skoda
- Netiv Ha-or
- Malam Team
- Harel Insurance Company
- The inter-ministerial committee of the Israel Ministry of Finance, the Housing Ministry, the Israel Land Authority and Apartment for Rent - Government Housing Rent Company
- Israel Railways Company
- Carmelton Group
- Meonot Shlomo
- Shikun & Binui
- Waksman Govrin Geva; D.E.L;
- Systra
- SuperBus
- The Academic College of Tel Aviv Yafo
Work highlights
- Advising CAF and Sapir on a PFI project for the planning, construction, and maintenance of Tel Aviv's Purple Line light rail, alongside an approximately NIS4bn financing agreement.
- Advising Meonot Shlomo (a BOT joint venture between The College and the Afcon Group) on the planning, financing, construction, and operation of the new College of Management's dormitories.
- Advising Malam Team as an ICT sub-contractor for the group that secured the 'Ofek Rachav' tender, issued by Israel’s Ministry of Defence.
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Tamar Firon-Smorodinsky