With ‘a deep understanding of how IP drives business values’, Shibolet & Co. houses experts in IP-related commercialisation. The group advises on licensing, technology transfers, cross-border collaborations and IP-driven corporate and M&A transactions across sectors including media and entertainment, technology, healthcare, sports, banking, real estate, hospitality, and food and beverage. Team head Tal Karplus is a highly-regarded cross-border IP, licensing, and technology transfer practitioner; co-head Tamir Afori is a longstanding IP specialist; and Rotem Haklay regularly advises on IP licensing transactions.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Working with Tal Karplus is an outstanding experience. Tal brings exceptional legal knowledge, together with clear, pragmatic advice that is always tailored to the client’s needs.’
- ‘What truly sets the individuals at this practice apart is their combination of professionalism, responsiveness, and genuine dedication to clients.’
- ‘Their strengths lie in delivering clear, commercially-oriented advice and building strong, collaborative relationships with clients. The firm also embraces innovation through efficient use of technology, flexible billing, and a diverse team culture, making them a modern and reliable legal partner.’
- ‘This practice combines deep legal expertise with a client-focused, practical approach. The team is highly responsive, detail-oriented, and ensures partner involvement throughout, which sets them apart from other firms.’
- ‘Ability to combine top-tier legal expertise with a deep understanding of how IP drives business values.’
- ‘Beyond Tal Karplus’ technical expertise, clients value his accessibility, proactive approach, and ability to anticipate challenges and offer practical solutions. These qualities distinguish him from competitors and make him a trusted adviser clients can rely on with full confidence.’
Key clients
- Helicon
- Bank HaMizrachi Comda
- Medifood Ltd
- Harman International and its Israeli subsidiary - Red Bend Ltd
- Cviskal Ltd
- GROHE AG
- Free TV
- Embrace Medical Ltd.
- The Pais - Israel lottery
- Camtek Ltd.
- Motion Picture Association
- Tangelo Games
Work highlights
Advising Phytolon, a biotechnology company, on transactional IP, commercial, and R&D activities.
Assisting Microbot Medical, a pre-clinical medical device company, with a range of IP-related matters, including commercial IP transactions, R&D collaborations, and strategic partnerships.
Advising The Golan Renewable Industries on IP matters.
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Practice head
Tal Karplus; Tamir Afori
Other key lawyers
Julia Shneiderman; Julian Mallach; Eden Kravitz