S. Horowitz & Co advises on trade mark prosecution for a long list of clients, particularly in the media space, while also representing them in litigation proceedings as well as before governmental authorities. Renowned patent powerhouse Tal Band heads up the IP practice group and Avi Ordo the firm’s trade marks and designs prosecution division, which acts for a wide variety of large multinational companies. The team also includes Dovev Apel, who advises clients on a diverse range of IP matters with a particular focus on the life sciences industry, and Moran Katz, who assists with the creation, commercialisation, and protection of IP.
Intellectual property: filing/prosecution in Israel
S. Horowitz & Co
Practice head(s):
Avi Ordo; Tal Band
Other key lawyers:
Dovev Apel; Moran Katz
Key clients
DreamWorks Animation LLC
Universal City Studios LLC
NBCUniversal Media, LLC
Allergan Inc.
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Toyota Motor Corporation
Sociedad Anonima Damm
UHU GmbH & Co. KG
AROMA Espresso Bar Ltd. (Shefa Franchising Ltd.)
Pelephone Communications Ltd.
OshKosh B’Gosh, Inc.
Nu Skin Enterprises
Paz Oil Company Ltd.
Club Hotel Management (1996) Ltd.
Sano Brunos Enterprises Ltd.
Sensio Inc.
Daniel Wellington
Tempur-Pedic International, Inc.
Raytheon Company
Lego Juris A/S
Tel Aviv University
Baidu Europe BV
Health-Ade LLC
JBROS Ltd.
Smartair TLV Ltd.
Paris Presents Incorporated
Ingredion Incorporated
WOBI – Insurance Agency Ltd.
Double Shoot Ltd.
U.S. Robotics Corporation
SISTEM METAL YAPI REKLAM MALZEMELERI VE INSAAT
Zakrytoe asktionernoe obshchestvo Stavropolsky broiler
Odyssey Re Holdings Corp
Kleemann GmbH
Specsavers Inc.
Isracard Limited
Milk & Honey Distillery Limited
Element AI
Mizrahi Tefahot Bank Ltd.
Weizmann Institute of Science
Palladio Beauty Group
Anita Glida Ltd.
Delek US Holdings
Meidseen e-Health Ltd.
Princess Yachts Limited
Grow Solutions
Ecopoxy, Inc.
Super Brands Company Pte. Ltd.
Sillajen, Inc.
Subaru Corporation
NewAge Industries
Pacific Pharmaceuticals US
Pacific Pharmaceuticals Pte
Haifa Port Company Ltd.
Journey Ventures Ltd.
E.M. Chef Line Ltd.
Corn Products Development, Inc.
Tamir Kfir
Hyde Tools, Inc.
DecoArt, Inc.
Alvisa Montblanc, S.L.
Avnet Inc.
Cognyte Technologies Israel Ltd.
Vix IP Pty Ltd
Dede Bandaid
Amdipharm
Menachen Even Israel
Cyprus Embassy Trade Center
Trias Holdings AG
Footwear Industries
Spacetoday
Peacock TV
DAISO INDUSTRIES CO., LTD.
SillaJen Inc.
ReMarkable AS
Grapa Varieties
Reuven Hershkovitch
Yarom Halevy/Revital Tourgeman
Foundation SERGE LIFAR
Calidad Pascual
Hunan Cofoe Medical Technology and Development Corp
Vishay MCB Industrie
One Animation Pte Ltd.
Tosara Pharma Limited
Vishay Transducers Ltd.
Siliconix Incorporated
Ocean Network Express Holdings, Ltd
Mira DX, Inc.
Vishay Dale Electronics, LLC
Bumble Holding Limited
AqueSys, Inc.
MedTech Israel – Association of Advanced Medical Technology Companies With Research and Development
Skims Body, Inc.
E! Entertainment Television, LLC
Eggshellerate Inc.
Ecopoxy IP Holdco Inc.
Vegan Friendly
PRINTFUL LATVIA, AS
Zebra A/S
Work highlights
- Handling trademark prosecution and enforcement for Avnet Inc. in Israel for its trademark “AVNET”.
- Handling the trademark portfolio of Cognyte, including filing, maintenance, and providing clearance opinions.
- Advising Lego Juris A/S in seizure proceedings with the Israeli Customs Authority and managing the company’s trademark portfolio.
Cohn, de Vries, Stadler & Co.
A young powerhouse at the forefront of IP prosecution in Israel, Cohn, de Vries, Stadler & Co. serves a wide range of different industries in all matters pertaining to designs, trade marks, and patents. The practice is co-led by prominent IP expert Ilan Cohn, who focuses on the underlying legal strategy behind the commercialisation of IP. Alongside him, co-head David De Vries assists companies throughout all stages of IP decision making, with particular expertise in assessing patentability and the freedom to operate. Svetlana Stadler is the third member of the leadership team; she is well versed in handling patent prosecution in physics-heavy areas. Also very active in the team is Edith Sokol, who advises on IP strategy and portfolio building.
Practice head(s):
Ilan Cohn; David de Vries; Svetlana Stadler
Other key lawyers:
Edith Sokol
Testimonials
‘It seems that the firm was built around providing an added value to the client in addition to “classic” patent drafting/filing/prosecution/opinions. Each team has a specific expertise in a certain technological field and provides you with a service that combines both professional patent drafting/prosecution and business-oriented filing and prosecution strategies.’
‘There is a dedicated, small team, headed by an experienced partner, that deals with all my filings. There are additional employees that can be consulted. I work with one main contact person on all submissions. The paralegal and billing personnel are very helpful and accommodating.’
‘They are very knowledgeable and experienced, they are quick to respond and deliver, they are available to discuss all matters and options, and they do not waste time or money. They are always cognizant of a start-up’s limited resources, and are aware of what’s important. They are very flexible, and can provide various services when needed.’
‘Svetlana, the senior partner and team leader I work with, besides being one of the most brilliant and professional people I have worked with, is also without a doubt an exceptional person in her dedication, generosity, diligence towards both the client and her team.’
‘The firm appears to be assisted by state-of-the-art information systems evident by the ability to provide us, almost in real time, with any information on our large IP portfolio that we need. I have experience of working also with other IP firms and find them to be above all competition. The firm is overall innovative in their approach, being proactive where needed, among other providing us with ongoing cost-saving advice.’
‘Dr. Ilan Cohn has the role of providing overall strategic insight, he assists us in our licensing activity with invaluable contribution to the company’s success.’
‘Svetlana Stadler is an extremely experienced, sharp and talented patent attorney in the field of physics. Her ability to formulate claims in the broadest possible way is outstanding. Regarding the answering to office actions – there hasn’t been a single event where we couldn’t answer examiner’s objections and obtain proper protection for our IP.’
Key clients
Strauss Group
Strauss Water Ltd.
Strauss Coffee Israel Ltd.
Keter Group
Can-Fite BioPharma Ltd.
Solo Gelato Ltd.
Lydus Medical Ltd.
Spring Biomed Vision Ltd.
Spear U.A.V LTD
Polymer G’vulot Ltd.
Rollink Smart Solutions Ltd.
Headovations Ltd.
Wheelchairs of Hope
CardiacSense Ltd.
RedDress Ltd.
EyeFree Assisting Communication Ltd.
Gist Med Ltd.
Work highlights
- Handling Strauss Group’s patent, trademark, and design registrations worldwide.
- Handling Keter Group’s patent and design registrations worldwide.
- Handling Can-Fite BioPharma Ltd.’s patent and trademark registrations worldwide.
Ehrlich Group
At the forefront of IP prosecution in Israel, Ehrlich Group
advises a vast array of universities, research institutions, Fortune 500 companies, hi-tech multinationals, start-ups, as well as private individuals. Both a scientist and eminent patent attorney, Gal Ehrlich heads the practice. Other key contacts in the team include Maier Fenster, who leads the medical devices department and focuses on interdisciplinary inventions as well as building IP portfolios for start-ups, and Roy Melzer, who heads up the hi-tech department and acts for large multinational tech companies and research organisations. Medical institutions, universities, and companies operating in agrotech and nutrition often seek advice from Hadassa Waterman.
Practice head(s):
Gal Ehrlich
Other key lawyers:
Maier Fenster; Roy S Melzer; Hadassa Waterman
Key clients
Eviation Aircraft Ltd.
IBM Israel Science & Technology Ltd.
Pfizer Inc.
Yeda Research and Development Co. Ltd.
Stratasys Ltd.
Sensona, Inc
Zebra Medical Vision
Evogene
Memed Diagnostics
Kornit Digital Ltd.
Protalix Biotherapeutics
Syqe Medical Ltd.
Digital Turbine, Inc.
Strauss Group Ltd.
The State of Israel, Ministry of Agriculture & Rural Development
Work highlights
- Advising Medical Research Fund of Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center in a patent application pertaining to EXO-CD24.
- Advised Zebra Medical Vision Ltd. in filing patent applications worldwide for AI technology.
- Filed a patent application pertaining to an AI-based priority allocation system for the Covid-19 vaccine.
Herzog Fox & Neeman
A full-service IP law firm, Herzog Fox & Neeman advises a variety of domestic clients on trade mark prosecution with particular expertise in the online gaming industry. Practice head Karen Elburg manages trade mark portfolios and handles both non-contentious and contentious matters. The team consists of dedicated specialists, such as Adar Bengom (Ortal) who has niche expertise in plant breeders’ rights and general IP in the seeds industry. The firm recently saw the departure of Gilad Neeman and Jenia Melkhior, who left for an inhouse position, but also welcomed new arrivals at associate-level.
Practice head(s):
Other key lawyers:
Adar Bengom (Ortal)
Testimonials
‘An extraordinary technology IP practice – top tier. The practitioners are creative and analytical and the client service top notch.’
‘Herzog, Fox & Neeman are able to provide additional services over and above basic TM prosecution, and in particular have an excellent reputation for licensing/tech transfer type work in the context of multi-national transactions with an Israeli component.’
‘Karen and Adar have excellent instincts, and their advice and approach to matters is always commercially focused, achieving the client’s aims quickly and cost-effectively, whilst at the same time appreciating and being able to deal practically with thorny legal issues that necessarily arise on occasion.’
‘HFN is my choice for Israel! The team around Karen Elburg delivers excellent work and they are also great personalities!’
‘Karen Elburg is an outstanding practitioner – very smart and also very easy to deal with – she comes up with great strategies and presents them in a digestible and responsive manner! Great fun to work with!’
‘The IP practice at HFN is distinguished by the breadth of its expertise across all facets of IP, corporate, commercial, litigation and trademark/design prosecution. They have market leaders in each of these areas, which means that a client can feel comfortable that he is receiving quality IP work, whatever the issue.’
‘Karen Elberg and Adar Ortal, both of whom are experienced and highly skilled in all aspects of trademark prosecution and trademark portfolio management.’
Key clients
Maelys Cosmetics Ltd.
Plus500 (LON: PLUS)
888 Holdings PLC (LON: 888)
Hazera Seeds Ltd.
Go Global Travel Ltd.
Israel Electric Corporation
Bionic 8 Analytics Ltd.
Magen David Adom in Israel
ATL 3 Limited Partnership (Viola Group)
Juniper Networks (NYSE: JNPR)
Aspira Women’s Health Inc. (Nasdaq: AWH)
Varonis Systems Inc. (Nasdaq:VRNS)
Square, Inc. (NYSE: SQ)
Tel Aviv University
Get Fabric Ltd.
Caesar Premier Hotels Israel
Work highlights
- Acting for Plus 500 Ltd. on managing and expanding the client’s trademark portfolio and take down websites infringing the client’s right on a regular basis.
- Acting for Maelys Cosmetics Ltd. on conducting numerous clearance searches for new product lines.
- Advised 888 on trademark aspects of its contemplated joint sportsbook offering with Sports Illustrated in the US.
Liad Whatstein & Co. Law Office
Liad Whatstein & Co. Law Office handles both trade mark and patent prosecutions for a variety of clients but has a special focus on companies operating in the pharmaceutical, defence, and communications sectors. Co-head Liad Whatstein is widely known for his IP litigation track record but handles both patent and trade mark filings and disputes. Co-head Amira Mangelus, also a patent litigator, has particular expertise in patent prosecution in the life sciences sector.
Practice head(s):
Liad Whatstein; Amira Mangelus
Other key lawyers:
Ofir Livnat; Oren Weiner
Key clients
Novartis
Merck
AbbVie
Takeda
Pfizer
The State of Israel
Sony
Viacom
LVMH
Sanofi
Disney
Volvo
Hearst Corporation
Fruit of the Loom
Eli Lilly
Leo Pharma
Bacardi
CROCS
Ralph Lauren
Kipling
Tory Burch
Paramount Pictures Corporation
Pharma Israel
The H.D. Lee Company
Wrangler Apparel Corp.
The North Face Apparel Corp.
Jansport Apparel Corp.
Nautica
Hyundai
Renault
VANS
REAL MADRID Football Club
Regeneron
Purdue/MundiPharma
Lundbeck
eBay
Juul
Abbott
Kanye West
Brown Forman (Jack Daniel’s)
Spin Master
Moose Toys
Elbit
Finchimica
Liqwd
Novo Nordisk
InterMune
ASSA ABLOY
NBC Universal
20th Century Fox
Marvel
Balenciaga
Dr. Fischer Pharmaceuticals
Altra
Triumph Motorcycles
University of Iowa Research Foundation
Prudential plc
Fleurop-Interflora
Homag Group AG
Immunogen Inc.
Advanced Accelerator Applications (a Novartis Corporation)
Axcella Health Inc.
Olaplex, Inc.
Amdocs
Procter & Gamble
School of Rock
Maiwald Patentanwalts
Work highlights
- Prosecuting non-traditional trademarks including 3D, slogans, and colour combinations for Crocs, Abbott, Lundbeck, Viacom and others.
- Prosecuting petitions for Patent Term Extension for Merck, Novartis, Lundbeck, Abbvie, Sanofi, Takeda, and others.
- Obtaining allowance of strategic patent applications relating to dosage forms and regimens for Merck, Novartis, Lundbeck, Sanofi, and others.
M. Firon & Co Advocates and Notaries
Large multinational companies entrust M. Firon & Co Advocates and Notaries with the prosecution and protection of their patents and trade marks in Israel. Practice head Eran Presenti co-leads the Intellectual Property Committee of the Israeli Bar Association. His practice encompasses all aspects of IP law as well as complementary fields such as computer law and defamation.
Practice head(s):
Eran Presenti
Other key lawyers:
Tzili Olshan Shariv
Testimonials
‘Eran Presenti, Tzili Olshan Shariv and their team are extremely professional, responsive and commercial in their approach. I would not hesitate to recommend them to colleagues and contacts.’
‘Firon is a very good firm. I fully recommend them.’
‘It is a pleasure to work with Adv. Tzili Olshan Shariv and Adv. Eran Presenti. They are very professional, responsive and their advise is valuable and practical.’
Key clients
Bosch Group
ExxonMobil
Cardinal Health
HTC Corporation
Dell Inc.
Baidu online network technology Beijing Co Ltd.
ZEO Alliance Venture Corp.
NSYNC Developments Ltd.
Kpr U.S., L.L.C
Alonial Ltd.
Work highlights
- Advising Bosch Group on the registration of its patent and trademark portfolios in Israel.
- Advising ExxonMobil on the registration of its trademark portfolio in Israel.
- Advising Alonial Ltd. in the registration of its designs in Israel and overseas.
Meitar Law Offices
The team at Meitar Law Offices has experience in various jurisdictions and handles and coordinates worldwide trade mark prosecution filings for Israeli companies. The department is co-led by Yoav Oestreicher, a specialist in brand protection in the food and beverages, agricultural, and internet sectors, previously practised in the US. Co-head David Mirchin has expertise in copyright law, among other areas, and regularly advises on legislative initiatives. Ignacio Gonzalez Royo focuses in particular on trade marks in tech sector, and Michal Weiner recently made partner.
Practice head(s):
Yoav Oestreicher; David Mirchin
Other key lawyers:
Ignacio Gonzalez Royo; Michal Weiner; Netta Ben Shahak Shwalb; Adi Zoabi
Testimonials
‘The Meitar team is very collaborative and has extensive experience and knowledge, not only with respect to Israeli trademark law, but also with respect to the differences between Israeli trademark law and the laws of other countries, such as the U.S.’
‘They have top notch technology that helps them work efficiently. Their collaborative nature is a big asset. They also have a diverse team.’
‘Yoav Ostreicher is incredibly bright, thoughtful and strategic. His past experience working at a U.S. law firm and at one of Israel’s top IP boutiques is valuable. He understands the needs of his clients and his litigation experience can be a tremendous asset.’
Key clients
ZAP Group LTD.
Philip Morris
Fresenius
GSK Pharmaceuticals
Cell Design Labs, Inc.
Walla
EcoCaNN
Start Up Nation Central
Nucleix
Gazit Globe
Work highlights
- Managing ZAP Group LTD.’s worldwide trademark portfolio, including the filing and prosecution of trademark applications, and the protection of the client’s brands.
- Managing Philip Morris’ trademark portfolio, including prosecution, advising on Office Actions, filing renewals, conducting availability searches, and assessing distinctiveness.
- Coordinated Start-Up Nation Central’s worldwide trademark strategy, including filings in Israel, the US, Canada, and the EU, and negotiated in relation to conflicting marks.
Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz
Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz represents clients from numerous industries before domestic, US, and European patent offices, and acts on patent matters for some of the largest international pharmaceutical companies. A renowned IP practitioner with three decades of experience, practice co-head Zeev Pearl assists companies from their setup in Israel through the prosecution of their patents to the management of their overall IP portfolio. Co-head and prominent chair of the life science practice group Mark S. Cohen focuses on patent prosecution in the pharmaceutical, chemical, biological, and medical sectors. The firm’s trade mark and designs group is headed by Dor Cohen Zedek, who - as several others in the team - is admitted to practice in both Israel and the US, and handles the enforcement and management of trade marks and designs worldwide. Yoav Alkalay approaches client’s matters from a commercial angle, focusing on strategic development of IP assets and portfolios. Idan Frydman left the firm.
Practice head(s):
Zeev Pearl; Mark Cohen; Dor Cohen Zedek
Other key lawyers:
Yoav Alkalay
Testimonials
‘The cross border team we are working with, professionals in both the US and Israel, are a powerhouse of IP knowledge, legal quality work and unrivalled customer service. The filing/prosecution practice group is outstanding and has always achieved excellent results for us.’
‘They are top-notch lawyers who truly understand the company’s business, products, patents and strategy. They are experts in their field and a pleasure to work with.’
Key clients
Bayer Healthcare LLC
Sanofi
Diehl Defence GmbH & Co. KG
Illumina Inc.
NanoDimension
Emerson
Sol-Gel Technologies Ltd
Ayala Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
Vayyar Imaging Ltd.
BAE Systems PLC
Galmed Research and Development Ltd.
Nobio
Elbit Systems Ltd.
Ree
OPKO Health Inc.
Orgenesis Inc.
Yissum
Else Nutrition Holdings Inc.
Work highlights
- Acting as patent and design counsel to REE and secured several US patents.
- Advised Sanofi in a petition to cancel the grant of a patent application by Cyprumed.
- Providing Ayala Pharmaceuticals with the full scope of IP services worldwide.
Fisher Friedman IP Group
The patent prosecution practice at Fisher Friedman IP Group covers a wide array of industries but stands out most for its reputation in representing numerous technology transfer offices. Co-head Michal Fisher advises medical device companies, among others, and co-head Nathalie Friedman is an expert in infringement analysis, patentability, and freedom to operate. With Eran Silverman, the team also has a specialist in military and civil technologies among its ranks.
Practice head(s):
Michal Fisher; Nathalie Friedman
Other key lawyers:
Eran Silverman; Jonathan Silman; Hadas Weisz; Jenny Shostak
Testimonials
‘Fisher Friedman is an extraordinary Patent Attorney firm. The firm is headed by two professionals, Michal Fisher, PhD and Nathalie Friedman, PhD. These two leaders formed a highly motivated group of experts that handle all aspects of their client’s IP needs.’
‘Dr. Friedman stands out in her outstanding scientific knowledge that is combined with extensive knowledge of Patent law and vast litigation skills. Dr. Freidman has a background in biology research, and she knows the industry inside out. Her knowledge of IP makes her ideally placed not only for handling ongoing work, but also for strategic consultation on portfolio optimization.’
‘Highly professional, pleasant to work with, fast responding and experienced. I am very satisfied with their performance, and working with them, ever since we moved from another IP group.’
‘Dr. Michal Fisher and Dr. Nathalie Friedman are both very professional and a great team to work with on a personal basis.’
‘I believe that the Fisher group bring excellent professionalism to the table. Their advice is always pragmatic, taking into account also business consideration, which makes them great advisers to their clients.’
‘Very professional ,very polite very client oriented. Eager to serve. Financially transparent. The Patent Attorney drafts very efficient applications listen to the client and has a deep understanding of the inventions.’
‘The firm is very professional, both the patent attorneys and the paralegals. They are very organized and diligent, very responsive, and I completely trust them with handling our patent and trademark portfolio. Even more importantly, not only are they professional, but each and every member of the firm is a great person and very pleasant to work with.’
‘Eran is very dedicated, and he makes himself available to us, even if an urgent matter requires his attention at unusual hours or even weekends and holidays. Eran takes the time to learn and understand our products, and he uses this understanding when drafting patent applications and when preparing responses to office actions.’
Key clients
Accelmed
Guerbet
Technion Institute of Technology –Technology Transfer office T3
Tel Hashomer Medical Research, Infrastructure & Services -Tech Transfer Sheba Medical Center
Yissum Research Development company of the Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Ramot Tel Aviv University Tech Transfer Org.
BGN Technologies- Ben Gurion University
The National Institute for Biotechnology in the Negev (NIBN)
Tel Aviv Sourasky Medical Center (Ichilov) innovation and Tech Transfer office Hadasit
Shaare Zedek Medical Center Research & Development Authority
Bnai Zion Medical Center Tech Transfer
Israel Plastics & Rubber Center – Shenkar College (IPRC)
Envizion Medical
XACT Robotics
TrichomeShell Ltd.
Microbot Medical
Applied Materials Israel Ltd.
Medasense
270Surgical
BlueGreen Water Technologies
PlantArcBio
LiveMetric
Biobetter Ltd.
StePac
AWA
Joy Ventures
Seakura – Sea of Life
Lumus
Scoutcam
Work highlights
- Representing leading Israeli Technology Transfer Organizations in prosecuting patents and trademarks on their behalf.
- Handling Microbot Medical’s patent portfolio and prosecution.
- Handling Envizion Medical’s IP portfolio, including strategy and worldwide patent prosecution.
G&A Glazberg, Applebaum & Co
A technology boutique law firm, G&A Glazberg, Applebaum & Co's team of patent experts have particular expertise in computer-related patent matters and handle global IP portfolios for domestic and numerous foreign companies. With longstanding experience in patent prosecution both in Israel and the US, department co-head Ziv Glazberg advises clients ranging from entrepreneurs to established multinationals. Co-head Nadav Applebaum complements Glazberg’s practice with his extensive IP litigation experience.
Practice head(s):
Ziv Glazberg; Nadav Applebaum
Other key lawyers:
Lilach Danzig; Natalie Makhoul
Testimonials
‘They are technically savvy, resourceful, innovative and are professional in every sense of the word. They will never bill you for a phone call, a questions, consultation or advice.’
‘Ziv is is not just a lawyer. He is an engineer and has wide knowledge about technology whether it is IT, Cyber, Mechanics or Pharma. Filing a patent application is not just jurisprudence and science. It is also an art if you want you patent to be received with minimal objections, be wide enough to provide adequate protection but specific enough not to allow other patents to be registered too. Ziv is also patient, can explain even complex things in simple terms and will never bill for advice or phone call’
‘Very high quality work and expert understanding of software IP.’
‘Ziv Glazberg has experience and expertise in both IP litigation and software, creating very high quality filings.’
‘Lilach Danzig: Much much better than most patent lawyers I’ve ever known, which is even more incredible taking into account her young age. I wouldn’t be surprised if she’d one day start her own firm. Most important, she’s a NICE person with a kind soul.’
‘Deep technical know-how combined with legal / IP expertise, professionalism, and great customer interaction.’
‘Ziv Glazberg and Nadav Applebaum are fast learners of unique case details.’
‘Ziv Glazberg stands out. Natalie Makhoul is enthusiastically learning from Mr. Glazberg.’
Key clients
IBM
Samsung Electronic Co.
Xinova, LLC
Orbotech
Innovid
Anagog
J.M. Smucker Company
Amiad Water Systems Ltd.
Shmuel Ur Innovation Ltd.
Technion Research & Development Foundation Ltd.
Taboola LTD
Adama Design Inc.
Get Fabric Ltd. (Formerly known as “CommonSense Robotics”)
WalkMe
Perion Network Ltd.
Cymulate
VDOO
HiBob
Vim Inc.
Windward
Work highlights
- Acting as outside counsel for IBM labs in Israel for IP-related matters.
- Managing Taboola’s IP portfolio.
- Represented Shmuel Ur Innovation in ten patent applications and obtained six newly issued patents.
Luthi+Webb
Luthi+Webb‘s IP prosecution department has expertise in the life sciences, pharmaceuticals, agricultural biotechnology, and medical devices sectors. With her scientific academic background, department head Cynthia Webb advises clients on issues of patentability, freedom to operate, and IP due diligence. She has recently been joined by patent attorney Chanoch Kahn who is admitted in both Israel and the US.
Practice head(s):
Cynthia Webb
Other key lawyers:
Chanoch Kahn
Key clients
Mapi Pharma Ltd.
Sun Pharmaceutical Industries Ltd.
Yissum Technology Transfer Co.
Ichilov Tech Ltd.
The Sheba Medical Center
RAMOT at Tel Aviv University Ltd.
Technion Research and Development Foundation Ltd.
Hadasit Medical Research Services & Development Ltd
The National Institute for Biotechnology in the Negev Ltd.
Edwards Lifesciences Inc.
Yeda Research and Development Co. Ltd.
Adama Agricultural Solutions Ltd.
Evogene Ltd.
DEXCEL Ltd.
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev Research and Development Authority
Aleph Farms Ltd.
EPM Group Inc.
Teva Pharmaceuticals Ltd.
The Luzzatto Group
The Luzzatto Group handles design, trade mark, and patent prosecution for a wide array of industries but has a particular focus on patents in the pharmaceutical and trade marks in the automobile sector. Kfir Luzzatto also has expertise in software and defence matters, advising on IP litigation and portfolio strategy in these areas. Emanuel Manzurola focuses especially on patent applications with medical and biological subject matters, and Adina Cohen works as part of the patent extension term team, mainly with companies operating in the pharmaceutical and biotech space. Haim Chechik acts for academic institutions, start-ups, and international communications companies with his expertise in telecoms, computer science, and software related matters, while Lilach Luzzatto-Shukrun handles design applications and advises start-ups and multinationals on interrelated patent cases. The team also recently welcomed Inbal Navot-Eisenthal from Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz.
Practice head(s):
Kfir Luzzatto; Emanuel Manzurola; Adina Cohen; Haim Chechik; Lilach Luzzatto-Shukrun
Other key lawyers:
Boaz Croitoro; Dr Sarit Ben-Shmuel; Amir Palmery
Key clients
AstraZeneca AB
Barilla G. e. R. Fratelli
Ben Gurion University
BioGenware, LLC
BMW AG
CAROLINA HERRERA Ltd.
Deutsche Telekom
F. Hoffmann – La Roche AG
Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated
Gruppo Cimbali S.p.A.
LYFT, INC.
NOVARTIS AG
Ormat Systems Ltd
PULSENMORE LTD.
FERRARI S.P.A.
Work highlights
- Represented BMW AG in a trademark allegation.
- Advised Novartis on the registration of two sound marks in Israel.
- Acting for Ferrari S.P.A. as local representative in several design applications.
Reinhold Cohn & Partners
Reinhold Cohn & Partners advises numerous large international and domestic clients on patent and trade mark prosecution through a diversified practice specialised in different industry sectors. The practice is headed by four partners, including Ehud Hausman, a former software engineer, who leads the hi-tech practice. Tamar Morag-Sela is responsible for the science and chemistry department and serves as president of the International Association for the Protection of Intellectual Property in Israel. Ronit Barzik-Soffer advises both domestic and international clients on trade mark portfolio management and chairs the relevant division, while Ena Pugatsch heads up the mechanics and technology practice.
Practice head(s):
Ehud Hausman; Ena Pugatsch; Ronit Barzik-Soffer; Tamar Morag-Sela
Other key lawyers:
Saleit Shahar; Dima Litvak
Key clients
eToro
Augwind
Appsflyer
bigID
Israel Aerospace Industries
Elta Systems Ltd.
Applied Materials, Inc.
Veev
Kazuar Technology
UVeye
Waves Audio
Audio Pixels Ltd.
Playtech
Microsoft
Magic Leap
OPPO
Mobileye
Waimo
Johnson & Johnson
Bayer
BSF
GSK
Philip Morris
Bohringer
Roche Diagnostics
Genentech
Regeneron Pharmaceutics
Hoffman Laroche
Yissum
Ramot
Yeda Reseach and Development
Technion Research & Development Foundation
Birad – Research & Development Company
Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Development
The Volcani Center
Shenkar
A.R.I. Optimal Flow Solutions – Dorot
UBQ Materials Ltd.
Landa Corporation Ltd.
Ahava Dead Sea Laboratories Ltd.
Rushdi Food Industries
Redefine Meat Ltd.
Google LLC
Equashield
Samsung
Biomica Ltd.
Remlik
4M Analytics
Kamari Pharma
Innocap
Moving Life
NFX
BigID
Silk Technologies
Work highlights
- Advising Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd. and its subsidiary Elta Systems Ltd. on all issues regarding worldwide IP prosecution and portfolio management.
- Filed a large amount of patent applications on behalf of Guangdong Oppo Mobile Telecommunications Corp., Ltd.
- Advising UBQ Materials Ltd. on all issues regarding worldwide IP prosecution and portfolio management.
Seligsohn Gabrieli & Co
From initial consultation to patent term extension, Seligsohn Gabrieli & Co assists start-ups, tech companies, foreign and domestic companies as well as research institutions with the entire patent life-cycle. The patent practice (known as Seligsohn Gabrieli Benshafrut) is led by a recent newcomer to the firm but longstanding and prominent practitioner Ronnie Benshafrut, who is an expert in patent strategies especially in the life sciences and chemistry sectors. Alongside him, Eva Gak is a specialist in advising on research and development projects, and has particular industry expertise in agrotech, biotech, foodtech, medical products, and cannabis. She was another recent hire together with Gerald Kain, all three having joined the firm from Reinhold Cohn & Partners. The trade mark team is led by Nahum Gabrieli and Ehud Gabrieli which is regularly instructed in trade mark transactions, licensing, trade dress and domain names, copyright and designs matters.
Practice head(s):
Ronnie Benshafrut( Patent); Nahum Gabrieli(trade mark); Ehud Gabrieli (trade mark)
Other key lawyers:
Eva Gak; Gerald Kain
Key clients
General Electric Gompany
Colgate Palmolive Company
IMI Systems Ltd.
KoLinPharma SpA
GE Video Compression LLC
Piaggio & C. SpA
Sharp Kabushiki Kaisha
FG Innovation Company Limited
EISAI R&D Management Co., Ltd
University of California
University of Oregon
University of Massachusetts
University of Michigan
Frauenhofer-Gesellschaft zur Foerderung der angewandten Wissenschaften
Naturesage
Yissum Research Development Company
BNS
Melodea Ltd.
SavorEat Ltd.
SuperTrans
Nur Ink Innovations Ltd.
Life Biotic Medical Research
H2Pro Ltd.
Copprint Technologies Ltd
IGM Group BV
Karnak Technologies
Nanose Medical Ltd
NanoAF
Nanosys INC
Moodify Ltd
Life Biotic Medical Research Ltd
Elixie Ltd
3DBatteries Ltd
Polyrizon Ltd
The Medical Research, Infrastructure, and Health Services Fund of the Tel Aviv Medical Center
Tree of Life Pharma
Guccio Gucci SpA
Giorgio Armani SpA
Medtronic Inc.
Beiersdorf AG
Cristiano Ronaldo (JBS Textile Group A/S)
IBM
Sony Interactive Entertainment Inc.
MAN SE
Inter IKEA Systems B.V.
New Balance Athletics Inc.
Work highlights
- Advised Melodea on legal issues arsing from licensing patent and trade secret assets during investment rounds.
- Advised Guccio Gucci S.p.A on its trade mark prosecutions and portfolio management.
- Files and prosecutes trade mark applications in Israel for Beiersdorf AG as well as handling the enforcement of rights before the Israeli Customs, dealing with seizures of counterfeit goods and their eventual destruction.
Shalev, Jencmen & Co
With a team of dual-qualified patent attorneys admitted in Israel and the US, Shalev, Jencmen & Co spreads its expertise over a broad range of industries with a particular focus on the hi-tech and defence sectors. Co-head Avi Jencmen additionally advises clients on strategy and monetisation surrounding their IP. Asaf Shalev, who leads the pratice together with Jencmen, acts for domestic companies in patent prosecution worldwide. Alongside him, Dan Davidson draws on his extensive experience as a patent examiner. They have recently been joined by patent attorney Omer Amar from Dr Mark Friedman Ltd., who has extensive experience in the fields of biotechnology, chemistry and medical devices, and Zadok Fuerst from The Luzzatto Group.
Practice head(s):
Jencmen Avi; Shalev Asaf
Other key lawyers:
Dan Davidson; Omer Amar; Zadok Fuerst
Testimonials
‘The team is very professional, they are quick learners and they are trying to focus on the value for the customer. Their service to their customers is much better if you compare it to other law and patents firms.’
‘Avi Jensen understand the technology and the ecosystem of our product in depths. It is a very rare to see someone in a patents or law firm with such a depth of technologies.’
‘The client-oriented approach is definitely the maim firm’s strength. The team’s ability to tailor a long term patent strategy for both early and mature technological solutions makes them a my firm of choice.’
‘Avi Jencmen and Asaf Shalev are my main contact points with Shalev Jencmen & Co. Combined with their professionalism and highly creative minds their unique and down-to-earth client oriented approach makes them an excellent firm.’
Key clients
Elbit Systems Ltd.
Landa Corporation Ltd.
Papaya Global
Tyto Care Ltd.
Glassbox Digital Ltd.
Beyeonics Surgical Ltd.
Connected Intelligence Systems Ltd.
Elbit Systems C4I and Cyber Ltd.
Elbit Systems Electro – Optics ELOP Ltd.
Elbit Systems EW And Sigint- Elisra Ltd.
Pearls Of Wisdom Advanced Technologies Ltd.
Cyberbit Ltd.
Ripples Ltd.
Context-Based 4 casting (C-B4) Ltd.
Cloud of Things Ltd.
Saferide Technologies Ltd.
Solomon SM Ltd.
Controlup Technologies Ltd.
Tondo smart Ltd.
YAIRONIT Ltd.
Ride Vision Ltd.
Wonder Robotics Ltd.
Anzu Virtual Reality Ltd.
iX-Den Ltd.
Cytwist Ltd.
Edvo, Inc.
Uterian Ltd.
Polaris Solutions Ltd.
Bee3ee SRL
UST Global Ltd. & Cyberproof Inc.
Beyeonics Surgical
MobileX
MyselfFit
Nanofabrica Ltd.
TrafficGuard Services
Resight Ltd.
2ingis S.A.
Bcool SRL
Menarini Silicon Biosystems S.P.A
WaterView SRL
Leonardo S.P.A
ArcYtec
Eyenovation
G.P.P.S. (Cross Print)
High Technology Products
IDRRA Cyber
Memic Ltd.
Work highlights
- Managing and growing the patent portfolio of Merck Animal Health.
- Represented Tyto Care Ltd. in ten patent filings.
- Advising Elbit Group on patent applications, filing, and prosecution and strategic IP consultation as well as freedom to use.
Drori-Stav & Co.
Drori-Stav & Co. handles patent and trade mark prosecution matters for Israeli companies operating in the software and retail sectors and is particularly well versed in assisting galleries, libraries, archives and museums. Founding partner and practice co-head Yonatan Drori complements his patent prosecution expertise with IP as well as internet and computer law related litigation. Co-head Iyar Stav further extends the team’s breadth with his know-how in privacy and music law. Coral Mena, who recently joined from Liad Whatstein & Co. Law Office, assists with all patent prosecution matters. Avihay Gilboa departed to practice at Luthi+Webb.
Practice head(s):
Yonatan Drori; Iyar Stav
Other key lawyers:
Coral Mena
Key clients
Moon Active
ironSource
Elementor
Moovit
Nayax
4M Analytics
Hadiklaim
Omnistream
Max Stock
Safecar
Eretz Israel Museum
Plasto-Wack
Wow Cosmetics
The Grand Lodge of Free Masons
Eitan Mehulal Sadot, Advocates & Patent Attorneys
Numerous domestic and international clients seek Eitan Mehulal Sadot, Advocates & Patent Attorneys‘s advice on patent prosecution, but the firm also handles trade mark matters, especially in the retail sector. Head of the patent and copyright department Sally Gillis extends the firm’s reach through her admittance to practice in Australia, and England and Wales. Another expert in patent law and leading the team with Gillis is Shirley Gal, who also heads the trade marks and designs division. Joel Vidal has expertise regarding a wide range of technologies, while Aline Wekselman handles trade mark registrations worldwide. Following a sabbatical, patent attorney Ester Ben-Noon Levy returned to the firm, and the team also welcomed senior associate Yaniv Baum from Dr Shlomo Cohen & Co Law Office.
Practice head(s):
Sally Gillis; Shirley Gal
Other key lawyers:
Joel Vidal; Aline Wekselman; Yaniv Baum
Testimonials
‘An outstanding patent prosecution firm.’
‘Mrs. Sally Gillis is an excellent patent attorney.’
Key clients
Procter & Gamble
TomGrow Ltd.
Castro Model Ltd.
Michlol Ltd.
Cadence Design Systems Limited
Electra Consumer Products (1951) Ltd.
KSB SE & Co. KGaA
The Gillette Company
Neuroderm Ltd.
Solaredge Technologies Ltd.
Mellanox Technologies Ltd.
Mobileye Technologies Ltd.
BioCatch Ltd.
OpenWeb Technologies Ltd.
E. I. Du Pont de Nemours and Company
Janssen Sciences Ireland Unlimited Company
The University of Kansas
University of Pittsburgh
Applied Biophotonics Ltd.
Shijiazhuang Sagacity New Drug Development Co., Ltd.
Ryvu Therapeutics S.A.
Infrasonix, Inc.
Arizona Board of Regents
ETH Zurich
Microoled
Eggciting Products B.V.
Gruppo Scienzia Machinale S.R.L.
Candiani S.p.A
Agro Intelligence ApS
Ersan madeni Eşya sanayi ve Ticaret Ltd. Şti
Splink, Inc.
Molecular Plasma Group SA
Sliderstraw UG
Enertechnos Holdings Limited
Hydranautics
Albemarle Corporation
Safran Data Systems
Work highlights
- Handling Neuroderm Ltd.’s trademark portfolio worldwide, including prosecution and opposition proceedings.
Reches Patents
The patent prosecution team at Reches Patents includes dedicated specialists in the areas of chemistry and medical devices. Headed by Oren Reches, a patent attorney admitted in both Israel and the US who focuses on drafting patent applications, the practice also advises on patent prosecution in the US, Europe, and in Asia.
Practice head(s):
Oren Reches; Erin Geraghty; Gil-Ya Cohen Reches
Key clients
Mobileye
Storedot
VAST DATA
Cortica
Infinidat
DSP Group
Applied Materials
Maytronics
Camtek
Vast Data
G-medical innovations
Tower Semiconductors
Todos Technology
Aurobrain
Dust Photonics
Tactile Mobility
D-FEND solutions Ltd.
Technion research and development foundation
Work highlights
- Advising Tactile Mobility on patenting core technology innovations.
- Assisted G- Medical Innovations on IP-aspects of its NASDAQ IPO.
- Advising Cortica Ltd. on patenting core technology innovations.
Soroker Agmon Nordman - IP and Beyond
Soroker Agmon Nordman – IP and Beyond advises both domestic and international clients on trade mark and patent prosecution in Israel as well as through its office in Singapore. Founding partners Eran Soroker and Jonathan Agmon both have three decades of experience in IP matters, both non-contentious and contentious. The patent practice is headed by Sharone Godesh, a patent attorney admitted in Israel and the US and additionally an expert on the freedom to operate in mechanics, medical, and software applications. Hila Cherny heads the firm’s trade mark division.
Practice head(s):
Eran Soroker; Jonathan Agmon; Hila Cherny; Sharone Godesh
Testimonials
‘They are pragmatic. The lawyers provide excellent IP services and well thought-out, clear recommendations that are easy to understand and implement. Very empathetic.’
‘Eran Soroker: He is very knowledgeable, efficient at running prosecution and keeping the client informed, and well advised.’
‘Jonathan Agmon – extremely intelligent and resourceful. Eran Soroker – one of the best lawyers a client can have in terms of resources and results.’
‘We have been working with Soroker Agmon in trademark matters, in particular trademark clearance and prosecution work, and are very happy with their services.’
‘Eran Soroker provides excellent service with an individual touch. Hila Cherny has extensive expertise.’
‘The Soroker Agmon team are highly professional, are great to work with and very efficient.’
‘I work with Hila and Eran who are both very knowledgeable and provide quality assistance.’
‘The firm works on IP prosecution and enforcement matters for us. The firm is practical and efficient in the handling of matters. Cost are reasonable and value for money in the service-delivered and advice given. Client management is good and we find the case handlers knowledgeable and very helpful.’
Key clients
Toyota
Kiko
Gazprom
Merck
Cott Corporation (RC cola etc.)
BASF
King Games – Candy Crush Saga etc.
Toys “R” Us
Western Digital | SanDisk
XL Energy Drinks
Joseph Joseph
Suzuki
Sistema
Christian Louboutin
Activision Blizzard