September Edition 2020

19 DWF large network also provides legal counsel with regards to Israeli-related projects overseas. Jeremy Lustman helps lead the Israel group and spends significant time in Israel having developed a strong international network of Israeli companies, investors, entrepreneurs, bankers, accountants and local lawyers. Nowherehas thisglobal experienceprovenmore valuable than in commercial disputes involving Israeli parties and in employment law. In the past year, the team has been advising household names in Israel on their employment needs abroad, including recruitment, terminations, policies and procedures, and much more. With an extensive network of business connections, the team regularly liaise with Israeli bankers, accountants, venture capitalists and lawyers to add further insight. In the last year, DLA represented key companies in the agricultural sector in their acquisitions, as well as large Israeli insurance and pension funds on investments. Visi t: Israel Page With widespread experience, particularly in the technology sector, DWF’s star shines brightly under the leadership and experience of Dr.Mathias Reif , who heads the German Corporate & M&A department, as well as the firm’s prominent Israel Practice Group. His commitment to Israel-related work is evidenced for years by a strong presence in smart mobility, cannabis, sport tech, gaming, cyber, 3D printing, real estate, software and fin-tech. As in previous years, DWF has been advising on corporate commercial and substantial GDPR compliance, as well as the ICOs of two Israeli blockchain companies, handled by Mathias and Wolfgang Richter. With an offering spanning the entire spectrum of cross-border Israeli work, with a special focus on pan-European support to all European countries, the team advises on the setting up of joint ventures, M&A transactions, cross- border employment issues, as well as the foundation of branch offices and helping clients to expand in any jurisdiction in Europe. Visi t: Israel Page A bridge between Israel and the U.S., Fox Rothschild 's 33-strong nationwide Israel practicegroup isboostedbyhaving twoco-chairs residing in Israel – Mark Hess and Audrey Noll - whowork closely with Michael Sweet and Sarah Biser in the San Francisco and New York offices respectively. A prime destination for Israeli clients launching or expanding into U.S. markets, the team has recently acted for media, publishing, software and technology companies from Israel in Fox Rothschild