Transport

FISCHER (FBC & Co.)

The ‘cutting-edge transport practice’ at FISCHER (FBC & Co.) is primarily sought after for its dominant aviation offering, where it represents major global airlines — such as British Airways, Delta Airlines and Turkish Airlines — in regulatory and contentious work. The group also routinely acts for automotive and maritime companies. Department head Shirly Kazir is acclaimed for her ’exceptional expertise and strategic insight’; she acts for a formidable roster of airlines operating in Israel and additionally represents multinational corporations in marine-related cargo disputes. Amir Varon, who sits in the aviation and maritime and hotels and tourism practices, is also recommended.

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Testimonials

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‘A cutting-edge transport practice. Innovative in the way it considers the law, while its foundation is solid and rests on tradition, enabling us to be flexible in the way we conduct business, while keeping us legally safe. Clients need a variety of support based on knowledge and the understanding of specific needs.’
‘Shirly Kazir is a legal phenomenon within the industry, an outstanding litigator with a brilliant legal mind. Her team members also portray the above qualities in abundance. The research is impeccable, the solutions while realistic always have a unique angle. The service they provide is comprehensive.’
‘The team is professional in its field.’
‘Shirly Kazir leads the aviation & transport team with exceptional expertise and strategic insight. Her command of the complexities of these highly regulated industries sets her apart as a leader, particularly in navigating the intersection of regulatory compliance, commercial strategy and evolving market demands.’
‘The team’s collaborative culture enhances its effectiveness. Shirly Kazir ensures that her department remains accessible and responsive, fostering strong client relationships based on trust, reliability, and results.’
‘Shirly Kazir leadership is marked by her deep understanding of the legal frameworks governing air and ground transportation. Her team at FBC is adept at handling a wide range of legal matters, from regulatory approvals and compliance to complex litigation, M&A, and commercial contracts.’
‘The team has built a reputation for guiding clients through both day-to-day operational challenges and high-stakes transactions. Shirly Kazir’s ability to stay ahead of industry trends, including advancements in technology and environmental regulations, provides her clients with a competitive advantage.’
‘A great team, very knowledgeable specifically in the field of airline legislation both in Israel and abroad. Lawyers demonstrate knowledge of the subject in hand and a willingness to help at all times.’

Key clients

British Airways
Lot Polish Airlines
American Airlines
Icelandair
Eastern Airlines
Gulf Air
Norwegian Cruise Line Holdings
Holman Fenwick Willan (HFW)
Turkish Airlines
KLM Royal Dutch Airlines
EasyJet Airlines Company
Delta Airlines
Iberia Líneas Aéreas de España
Air France
Kennedys Law
Challenge Airlines IL
Xplorer Globe Net
Caspi Aviation; Caspi Tours
Arbel Finance
Emirates
Etihad Airways
Fly Dubai
Transavia Airlines
Onur Air
Virgin Atlantic
Colmobil
Hahn Airlines
Aerolinas Argentina
Lufthansa Group (Austrian Airlines, Lufthansa, Swiss International Airlines, Deutsche Lufthansa)
Finnair
Zhejiang Cainiao Supply Chain Management Co
TiL Group
Simbio Holdings
Hadarom Container Terminal
Pegasus Airlines
Arkia Airlines
Wizz Air
QAS - Quality Airport Services
Silk Way West Airlines
Hyundai Motor Company
Kia Motor Company
Volvo Car Corporation
Audi
Volkswagen
Champion Motors
HopOn Mobility Israel
Schaeffler Israel
Air Europa Líneas Aéreas
Korean Airlines
WeTrip
Trivago
Universal Motors Israel
Volvo Lastvagnar
Renault Trucks
DHL (Israel)
Talma Shlomo Travel Solutions
Smartair Tel Aviv
Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty
Classic Air
Vueling Airlines
Aeroméxico
Evergreen Marine Corp (Taiwan)
Imperium Jets
Hotels.com
Unitag
Jas Forwarding
Aviation Bridge
Evergreen Marine Group
Lime Network
GLT - Galilightrain
COMSA Corporación
Jtrain
Dan Public Transportation Company
Danya Cebus
Allied Infrastructure
Quadro National Infrastructures
Afikim Advanced Transport Services
Ashtrom Renewable Energy
Association of Car Importers in Israel
Nahor Transport Lanes
Lapidoth Capital
Electra
Afikim Electra

Work highlights

Advising British Airways on changing the activity model of flights to and from Israel, following the Iron Swords War, including changing the flight route and pricing method.
Acting as sole legal counsel in Israel for foreign airlines British Airways, Delta Airlines, Air France and Turkish Airlines (separately), in a class action that could have far-reaching effects for all airlines in the industry.
Advising the winning consortium on its successful bid for the design, construction, operation, and financing of the Blue Line of the Jerusalem Light Rail Transit Network.

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