A boutique,
multi-disciplinary practice.

Betesh & Co. is an international private client practice. We are innovators in private client matters — advising global families, entrepreneurs and businesses across tax, wealth planning, real estate, immigration and disputes.

Founded to serve a new generation of internationally mobile clients, the firm brings together lawyers, advisers and fiduciaries across multiple jurisdictions to deliver a seamless, coordinated service for families whose lives and assets span borders.

We work as a boutique, multi-disciplinary one-stop shop — combining deep technical expertise with a genuinely personal understanding of each family's circumstances, objectives and appetite for risk.

Jonathan Betesh was born in New York and raised between international cultures, an upbringing that shaped his global outlook and ability to navigate complex cross-border matters with ease.

He served for four years in the Israel Defense Forces, followed by two years at Israel's Ministry of Foreign Affairs, where he gained early exposure to diplomacy, strategic thinking, and international affairs. Jonathan later studied law in Israel and began his legal career as a litigator at one of the country's renowned litigation firms, developing a strong foundation in complex disputes and high-stakes commercial matters.

He subsequently moved to the United Kingdom, where he transitioned into private client law at two leading international firms, advising ultra-high-net-worth individuals and families on a broad range of matters spanning wealth structuring, cross-border business interests, family governance, and personal affairs.

Over the years, Jonathan has worked closely with prominent families and entrepreneurs across more than thirty jurisdictions and numerous disciplines. His work frequently sits at the intersection of legal strategy, business advisory, and family dynamics — areas that require not only technical expertise, but also discretion, emotional intelligence, and a deep understanding of the complexities that arise within family enterprises.

Known for his ability to navigate sensitive matters with clarity and trust, Jonathan often acts as a trusted advisor to families, overseeing highly personal and delicate issues ranging from family affairs and succession planning to business ventures and private investments. His approach combines intellectual rigor with strong interpersonal insight, allowing him to understand the priorities and perspectives of each family member while maintaining the highest standards of professionalism, discretion, and confidentiality.

Alongside his legal and advisory work, Jonathan is also an entrepreneur with a strong passion for hospitality, service, and building long-term relationships with families. His entrepreneurial ventures focus on creating thoughtful platforms that support international families across multiple aspects of their lives — from business and investments to lifestyle and hospitality — reflecting his belief that exceptional service, trust, and personal attention remain the foundation of every lasting relationship.

Jonathan is currently based in Tel Aviv and works internationally with clients across Europe, the United Kingdom, the United States, and the Middle East. He travels extensively to meet families, spend time with them, and support them in their personal and business ventures.

He is married and a proud father to a young son.

We advise private clients on international tax, wealth planning, succession and estate planning, private wealth disputes, immigration, real estate and the structuring of cross-border assets and interests.

• International tax planning
• Wealth & succession planning
• Private wealth disputes
• Immigration & relocation
• Cross-border real estate
• Asset structuring & trusts