Amir Raz

In his career as a corporate lawyer, Adv. Amir Raz has not only counseled technology companies on a broad range of transactional matters, including venture capital financings, domestic and cross-border mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions, but also evolved into a trusted strategic legal advisor. In recent years, Amir has taken on a more active role in guiding clients through complex decision-making processes, providing counsel that integrates legal expertise with broader business and industry insights.
Amir’s practice now encompasses more than just transactional work; he has become a key partner to clients seeking strategic guidance on navigating the evolving legal landscape of cutting-edge industries. His clients range from emerging companies developing disruptive technologies through publicly traded corporations, across sectors such as cyber security, artificial intelligence, fintech, cloud computing, quantum computing, big data, semiconductors, digital media, SaaS, and life sciences.
Amir continues to counsel various venture capital and private equity funds, as well as strategic investors, in their investments and acquisitions of Israeli and Israeli-related companies. His comprehensive understanding of market trends and legal developments has allowed him to offer a broader scope of strategic counsel, addressing not just legal concerns, but also how to position companies for growth and competitive advantage.
In addition to transactional expertise, Amir has expanded his advisory work with fund managers and limited partners in forming and managing various investment vehicles, including venture capital, private equity and hedge funds, while offering strategic insight into market dynamics and fund operations.
Amir’s early career included practicing at the M&A and Private Equity Group of Sidley Austin LLP in New York.

Tel Aviv University (LL.B., 1999, Cum Laude)
Georgetown University Law Center (LL.M., 2003, Securities and Financial Regulation, Dean’s Certificate, Distinction)

Israel Bar Association, 2000
New York Bar Association, 2004

• Amir has been recognized as a leading lawyer in his field by Chambers Global and Legal 500, who recognized him as a top lawyer for startups, emerging companies and investment funds, with clients saying he “is an out-of-the-box thinker who knows how to create win-win situations.”  “He’s calm, patient, gives us the pros and cons, and provides a recommendation based on our goals. He’s proactive and well connected”
• “Amir Raz handles a range of transactional matters, including private equity and venture capital mandates. Clients say: He did a terrific job guiding us through all aspects of the transaction and anticipated the other side’s motivations and actions perfectly. He was always available and worked effectively under an extremely tight schedule. Clients have nothing but praise for Amir Raz, describing him as a very impressive and talented transactional lawyer. He is valued for his nuanced understanding of client needs, and uses his “superb negotiation skills” to get the best result possible. He impresses clients with his focus on getting the best results from a deal: He learns what’s important for me and gets the results which are important for my business. Sources appreciate his ability to “focus on the right issues”. Chambers Global
• The 2022 Chambers and Partners global guide “He is very knowledgeable and experienced in the startup and venture funding world.”  “Amir is one of the more active and brilliant lawyers in this space.”