June Edition 2021

26 Supreme Court litigation and appeal regarding corporate-governance and contract issues related to investments in a New York property. The spotlight shines brightly on the 35-strong Israel Desk at Squire Patton Boggs, which is widely recognized by Israeli clients for its comprehensive advice in the employment field. Led by London’s Miriam Lampert , who brings clients more than 17 years’ experience of working in the Israeli market and an understanding of the UK ecosystem, with her role co-leading 1,370-member, Israeli Tech Parliament, one of the main networking groups for the Israeli tech community in London. Recognized for its expertise in the hi-tech sector, the team advises high profile Israeli corporates,particularly in the tech andfinancial services sectors, and showcases a wealth of experience in understanding the issues facing companies operating in the cybersecurity, fin-tech, med-tech and smart transportation sectors, recently expanding its Israeli client base and including a tech unicorn. This technology expertise is also shared by Sungbo Shim , one of few lawyers in China with a track record of advising Israeli companies doing business in the region, especially in corporate, commercial and labor and employment matters throughout China, Japan and South-East Asia. Visit: Israel Page Entering this year’s rankings is the Israel Desk of international law firmTaylor Wessing, which has made an impact with its focus on dynamic sectors, including high-tech, life sciences and healthcare, real estate, and banking. The firm has made impressive strides under the guidance and experience of London-based Josef Fuss and Israel-based Nathan Krapivensky , who co-head the Israel group. TheIsraelgrouphastakenaprominent roleadvisingonastringof investments and venture capital transactions, with its corporate technology team acting for Israeli investors, companies, entrepreneurs and management teams on all aspects of venture capital, M&A and joint ventures. While the firm is visible also in litigation, banking and IP, there are significant real estate and employment matters, with the team advising on acquisitions, sales, corporate and residential leases involving Israeli parties, as well as providing a wide array of employment, immigration, contracts and policy advice. Visit: Israel Page Taylor Wessing Squire Patton Boggs