Amir Chen
Hall of fameFISCHER (FBC & Co.)FISCHER (FBC & Co.)’s real estate practice is commended by many as ‘the best in Israel in all aspects’. As one of the largest groups in the market, it is widely admired for its deep bench as well as for its expertise across all key subsectors, including planning and zoning, property acquisitions and disposals, urban renewal projects, real estate finance and commercial leasing. Managing partner Amir Chen spearheads the department and is widely recognised as a leading light. Other highly regarded names include Anat Sterenlib-Molkho and Omri Shilo, both of whom specialise in construction projects; Eldad Koresh, who is a seasoned specialist in real estate transactions; and Efraim Levy, whose broad transactional practice also takes in real estate taxation. The team further includes Michal Faktor (’excellent at devising solutions’), Sagi Hammer (‘practical and wise’), and up-and-coming partner Jonathan Tessone.
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Testimonials
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‘The largest real estate legal department in Israel, with deep resources. It is professional, responsive, and well connected to the big players in the Israeli real estate market, including the major banks and other finance entities. The team is highly experienced in all aspects of real estate transactions.’
‘Amir Chen lets his team lead the project but knows every detail. He knows exactly when to "push" the deal by being creative. When I need him his response is sharp and almost immediate. He has a special way to make things simple and by that to influence all sides. Amir makes things happen!’
‘I think that the firm's team is the best in Israel in all aspects. It is the classic one-stop shop with lots of experience and knowledge in all aspects of real estate, finance, planning and zoning, tax etc. Sagi Hammer is just an outstanding lawyer: practical and wise and provides me an excellent service’
‘The team is very knowledgeable, experienced and large, which allows it to be fast and thorough with its work. This approach enables us to execute transactions while safeguarding the company's interests. In our industry, precision is crucial, and FBC truly stands out for its attention to detail.’
‘Michal Faktor is a skilled lawyer who can solve complex real estate issues, she is approachable with great responsiveness. Michal is excellent at devising solutions for complex issues, effectively bringing both sides to the table, with differentiated knowledge of our issues, and the ability to make things happen.’
‘A very professional and practical team. Omri Shilo is very professional and practical. Eyal Konyak is extremely professional and dedicated.'
‘Highly professional and experienced, this team is a true asset. Leading complex real estate negotiations with ability and ease stemming from years of experience. Deal makers, hands-on problem solvers, and trusted advisors. A dream team in their field.’
‘Vered Tzror Jerasi stands out for her ultimate professionalism and leadership skills, she is trusted to lead our most sensitive, and complex transactions. She leads her team to excel on all fronts and sets an example of professionalism and deal-making.’
Key clients
- Gav-Yam Lands Corp
- Tidhar Construction
- AFI Group - Africa Israel Residence and Africa Israel Europe
- Amot Investments
- Reit 1
- Clal Industries
- Hanan Mor Group Holdings 2006 (Kacham Investments Company)
- Tidhar-Harel Menivim Partnership
- Reality Fund
- Allied Real Estate
- Mushlin Group (MASA)
- Azrieli Group
- The Jewish Agency of Israel, including The Management Company of the Provident and Pension Fund of the Jewish Agency for Israel
- Union Properties
- Acro Real Estate
- Shikun & Binui Real Estate
- Gazit Globe Israel
- Aura Israel - Entrepreneurship and Investments
- Landa Group
- Melisron
- Ram Aderet Group
- Switchup
- The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
- Fox-Wizel
- Margolin Holdings.
- Sonol Israel - Sonol Real Estate and Investments
- Mivne Group
- Maccabi World Union
- Ybox Real Estate
- Sufrin Group
- Z.F. Building Company
- A purchasing group led by Mr Amit Kazaz
- Mirilashvili Group
- Shponder & Fadlon group
- Amram Avraham Construction Company
- The women of AMIT organization
- Menora Mivtachim Insurance
- Bezalel trade and construction
- RD Shayo Kol Israel Haverim
- Vitkin Perry Entrepreneurship
- Meshulam Levinstein Construction and Engineering
- Alami Igal & Co
- Bank Hapoalim
- Ungar Properties
- Marathon Real Estate Fund
- Yigal Almi & Co
- Yuvalim Group
- Shagrawi Leibovich Development and Building
- White City Buildings, JTLV Fund and Isrotel Hotels
- Lodzia Rotex Investments
- Inter Real Estate Company Y.A.
- Sheled Peled – Enigneering & Assets
- Grofit Construction Company
- Baladi Holdings
- Koof Dallet Yield Real Estate
- Geva Real Estate
- Carden Israel
- Rav Shachar Properties Company
- Fortress Investments & Holdings
- SLDN-Euro
- Hillcrest Holdings
- Tsilich-Rothschild Financing & Investments
- Saliah-Rothschild Group
Work highlights
- Represented Amot Investments and Gav-Yam Lands Corp in a landmark lease agreement with Google valued at approximately $30m per annum.
- Advised Tidhar on all of its transactions, totalling billions of NIS,
- Represented Reality Investment Fund in several large-scale projects.
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Amir Chen