Alex Hertman was born in Tel-Aviv, studied law at the Hebrew University, and after graduating with honors, joined S. Horowitz & Co. as a young intern. Over the years, he grew and developed within the firm until he became a senior member of its management.
Alex was a gifted mathematician and chess player, and as a jurist and litigator had extraordinary abilities – sharpness of mind, unrivaled analytical skills, and brilliant strategic thinking. During his career, he successfully represented a long line of businessmen and leading corporations in Israel and around the world in complex disputes. Due to his unique set of skills, Alex was appointed by the State of Israel to serve as an arbitrator in several significant arbitrations.
Beyond his extensive professional activities, Alex also served in several public roles. He served as the chairman of the ethics committee of the Bar Association (as well as in many other roles in the bar association related to ethics in the legal profession, including chairing the committee for the revision of the ethical rules of lawyers); he served as a board member of the international organization – Lex Mundi; and served as the president of the International Organization of Jewish Lawyers and Jurists. In these roles, he worked to promote important values such as professional ethics, the fight against terrorism, and the defense of the State of Israel in the international arena.
In addition to his many professional achievements, Alex was a true mentor and guide to many lawyers in the firm and the legal world. He taught ethics to generations of students and was renowned for his course on the art of litigation. Alex had profound respect for the legal profession and deeply appreciated the role of the lawyer. He mentored a generation of young lawyers, teaching them the ropes of the profession with an emphasis on strategic thinking and providing uncompromising service to clients while always maintaining respect for the profession, the courts and his colleagues.
Alex was a giant in litigation, a brilliant jurist, and a man of impeccable ethics. For many in the field, he was an inexhaustible source of knowledge and experience. His contribution to the legal profession and its values is invaluable.
Through his actions and leadership, Alex paved the way for many legal advancements in Israel. We will continue to walk the path he set, with an uncompromising commitment to professional legal service and to the values of integrity and excellence, guiding our clients unwaveringly and assisting them in achieving the best outcomes.
Alex is survived by his loving wife Esti, his three children – Maya, Yoav and Yonatan, and six grandchildren.
