As the only global law firm brand in Israel’s insurance market, Kennedys stands out for its ability to deal with multi-jurisdictional cases. The group handles the full range of regulatory and contentious matters, but is arguably best known for its record in disputes across all insurance fields. Key names include managing partner Zvika Zelichov, who heads the office’s property division and all non-personal injury related matters; Chaim Zelichov, who fronts the medical malpractice work and is sought after for his record in representing hospitals, sick funds, doctors and others in complex litigation; and Inbal Atias-Mazor, who specialises in medical malpractice and personal injury work. Ilana Bar left for an in-house position at PassportCard.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘A diverse team with in-depth understanding of insurance laws in Israel and around the world, together with a respectful personal relationship. We value the ability of the firm, due to its global distribution, to receive an accurate opinion in each and every country.’

  • ‘Lawyers demonstrate courteous professionalism and availability at any hour.’

Key clients

  • AIG
  • Allianz
  • Bituach Haklai Insurance Company
  • BRIT
  • Clal Insurance Company
  • Clalit Health Services
  • Electra Group
  • Generali
  • Harel Insurance Compnay
  • HDI
  • Leumit Sick Fund
  • Lloyds
  • Migdal Insurance Company
  • NTA Metropolitan Mass Transit System
  • QBE
  • SCOR
  • Sompo
  • Aviva
  • Beazley
  • Inbal Insurance Company
  • Intel Corporation
  • Liberty
  • Royal Caribbean International
  • Tokio Marine

Work highlights

  • Submitted a $100m subrogation against 17 Israeli and international defendants, following a major fire event that occurred at Rotem Amfert plant in Israel.
  • Represented all four sick funds in Israel in medical malpractice claims submitted against their hospitals, medical institutions, doctors and medical staff.
  • Appointed by Inbal Insurance Company (the state's insurer) to represent the state's hospital in medical malpractice claims.

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Zvika Zelichov, Chaim Zelichov, Inbal Atias