Gilad Porat

Partner

Adv. Gilad Porat is a senior partner at the firm, widely recognized for his leadership in complex, high-value commercial disputes. With over 20 years of experience representing both multinational corporations and individual clients in court proceedings, as well as in arbitration and mediation proceedings, he brings strategic insight, sharp legal analysis, and practical business acumen to every matter he handles. His practice spans the full spectrum of civil and commercial litigation, including corporate and shareholder disputes, contract claims, intellectual property matters, insolvency proceedings, class actions and derivative actions.

Renowned for his cross-border litigation capabilities, Adv. Porat regularly represents international clients – from the United States, Europe, Russia, Japan, and more – in proceedings before Israeli courts. He has also gained extensive experience advising Israeli entities navigating disputes abroad, before foreign courts, working closely with foreign counsel to deliver cohesive, cross-jurisdictional strategies. Adv. Porat is also representing clients in international arbitration tribunals.

A significant focus of his practice lies in corporate litigation, particularly in matters involving shareholder conflicts, boardroom struggles, and executive liability. Adv. Porat counsels leading companies, technology ventures, and startups at every stage of the dispute lifecycle – from pre-litigation strategy to courtroom advocacy and resolution.

In addition to his litigation work, Adv. Porat is a trusted advisor to clients facing potential disputes, providing preventative counsel designed to minimize legal exposure and safeguard commercial interests. His ability to anticipate challenges and craft tailored, business-minded solutions is a hallmark of his practice.

Adv. Porat has been recognized and ranked by the Global Guide of Chambers and Partners for his exceptional reputation and expertise in handling complex commercial litigation.

Education
Adv. Porat holds an LL.B. (cum laude) from Tel Aviv University.
Admitted
Adv. Porat is a member of the Israel Bar Association.