Legal tech startup Superlegal, known for its contract review platform, maintains its operational stance in Tel Aviv, despite the volatile conditions perpetuated by the recent Hamas attacks. Despite the challenges, the company’s Israeli team continues their operations remotely, as stated by Superlegal’s CEO and co-founder, Noory Bechor. Given these circumstances, about half of Superlegal employees, who are based in Tel Aviv, are committed to the company’s operations, while some have been called up for army reserve duty and carry personal losses.
Maintaining a strong empathetic stance, Mr. Bechor emphasized the company’s commitment to the well-being of its employees and their families. According to him, both immediate and long-term needs that arise will be prioritized, with the company offering the necessary equipment and assistance to their team members during these trying times. Superlegal’s commitment to their team performance and support is reflective of them prioritizing empathy and support.
Notably, legal technology companies such as Cellebrite, Darrow, LawFlex, and LegalUp, which also have offices in Israel do not respond to requests for comment about their office statuses. On the other hand, international law firms like Greenberg Traurig LLP and DLA Piper, who hold presence in Israel, have ensured their personnel continue their operations remotely amidst the conflict.
In this concerning backdrop, other international law firms and attorneys are committed to offering support to victims in Israel. Firms like Paul Weiss Rifkind Wharton & Garrison LLP and Mayer Brown LLP have opened up their resources to provide support. Specifically, Paul Weiss is matching charitable donations of its lawyers and staff up to $1,500 annually.
Earlier efforts of legal tech companies helping countries in conflict include Paladin which partnered with Ukrainian aid organization Legal Development Network to launch a pro bono portal and Rocket Lawyer which aided the Ukraine Defense Fund form a nonprofit during Russia’s invasion.
This resilience against communal conflict has been illustrated by President Joe Biden who, on his visit to Tel Aviv, condemned the Hamas attacks and pledged $100 million in humanitarian aid for both the Gaza Strip and the West Bank.