Gilat, Bareket & Co. of Reinhold Cohn Group‘s ‘disputes team stands out for its seamless integration of IP, technical, and litigation expertise’. The practice is well known for patent litigation, cross-border trademark enforcement work, and precedent-setting appeals. David Gilat‘s experience includes high-profile patent, trademark and copyright cases; Eran Bareket is ‘a true IP dispute star’; Roy Kornick fronts the enforcement practice; and Luiz Blanc heads the trade mark litigation offering. The practice also fields Lior Glassman, Rakefet Peled, Jackob (Koby) Kasulin, and Alexandra Cohen. Matan Kovacs departed in May 2025.
Intellectual property: disputes in Israel
Gilat, Bareket & Co. of Reinhold Cohn Group
Praxisleiter:
David Gilat; Eran Bareket; Roy Kornick; Luiz Blanc; Rakefet Peled
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Lior Glassman; Jackob (Koby) Kasulin; Alexandra Cohen
Referenzen
‘One of the best IP firms in Israel and with an impeccable service.’
’A truly unique firm in the field of patents and IP. Their team combines exceptional technical expertise with deep legal knowledge, which allows them to handle highly complex matters smoothly and effectively. What makes them stand out is their ability to provide practical, business-oriented solutions while maintaining the highest level of professionalism.’
‘The firm is excellently organised. It is very well prepared, precise, and sharp.’
Kernmandanten
Adama Makhteshim Ltd.
Alector Inc.
Bayer
Evigence Sensors
Genentech Inc
Genzyme Corporation
Intra-Cellular Therapies
Novo Nordisk
Pharma Israel
Puma
Shira Haddad
Super-Pharm (Israel) Ltd.
Target Brands, Inc.
Under Armour
Halozyme Therapeutics Inc.
Plas-Free LTD
Highlight-Mandate
- Represented Novo Nordisk in defending two complex patent oppositions, which were filed by Teva Pharmaceuticals.
- Represented Intra-Cellular Therapies in opposition and appeal proceedings, which concerned Lumateperone patents.
- Represented Pharma Israel in relation to amendments to the Patent Law.
Liad Whatstein & Co. Law Office
Consistently sought out for international pharmaceutical companies’ disputes, Liad Whatstein & Co. Law Office is recognised by clients as the ‘best patent firm in Israel’. The team also has significant experience in the life sciences, defence, and communication technology sectors. Firm founder Liad Whatstein is ‘universally considered as the go-to patent litigator in Israel’; patent expert Amira Mangelus is a highly-regarded life sciences litigator; and Matti Michel‘s track record includes high-stakes patent, copyright and trade secret cases. The practice further includes experienced IP litigators Oren Winer and Hila Oz-Meyer.
Praxisleiter:
Liad Whatstein; Amira Mangelus
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Matti Michel; Oren Winer; Hila Oz-Meyer
Referenzen
‘The team at Liad Whatstein & Co. are absolutely fantastic – they are bright, creative, and most importantly deliver outstanding results.’
‘They are not only the best patent firm in Israel, but at the absolute top of the profession globally.‘
‘This team is extremely knowledgeable and experienced in patent law. They are also very responsive, communicative, and organised. They also do an excellent job providing budgets.’
Kernmandanten
Novartis
Sanofi
Merck & Co.
Pfizer
Bristol Myers Squibb
Takeda
Regeneron
Abbott
Bayer
Astellas
Alkermes
UCB Pharma
Lundbeck
Leo Pharma
Novo Nordisk
L’Oréal
Unilever
Amdocs
The State of Israel
The Hebrew University
Sony
Paramount Global (formerly Viacom)
LVMH
Disney
Volvo
Hearst Corporation
Fruit of the Loom
Bacardi
CROCS
Ralph Lauren
Kipling
Tory Burch
Paramount Pictures Corporation
The H.D. Lee Company
Wrangler Apparel Corp.
The North Face Apparel Corp.
Jansport Apparel Corp.
Nautica
Renault
VANS
Purdue/MundiPharma
eBay
Juul
Kumiai Chemical Industry
Kanye West
Brown Forman (Jack Daniel’s)
Finlandia Vodka
Grey Goose Vodka
Spin Master
Moose Toys
Elbit Systems
Finchimica
Olaplex
InterMune
ASSA ABLOY
NBC Universal
20th Century Fox
Marvel
Dr. Fischer Pharmaceuticals
Altra
Triumph Motorcycles
Harvard University
Prudential plc
Fleurop-Interflora
Homag Group AG
Immunogen Inc.
Advanced Accelerator Applications (a Novartis Corporation)
Eden Gallery
Fox-Weizel
HID Corporation (Assa Abloy company)
Saban Group
Yokogawa Electric Corp.
Axcella Health INC
RYVU THERAPEUTICS S.A
Principia Biopharma INC
AIC246 AG & Co. KG
ABLYNX NV
Translate Bio, Inc.
Equilibrate Therapeutics, LLC
NEUVANA, LLC
INNATE PHARMA
Intervet International B.V.
ARBOR BIOTECHNOLOGIES, INC
ORION CORPORATION
Disc Medicine, Inc.
miRecule, INC.
Madrigal Pharmaceuticals, Inc.
The Coca Cola Hellenic Bottling Company
On Clouds
Genzyme Corporation
Frontgrade Technologies
Netflix
General Motors
Paxis Advanced Ceramic Solutions
Medigene Immunotherapies GmbH
The Research Foundation for the State University Of New York
Elysée Irrigation
Innovalve Bio Medical
N3Cure
Indian Space Research Organisation
Grapery
Vactech Oy
Exyte GmbH
Factory 54
DC Comics
Alo Yoga
Little Trees Car Air Fresheners
Semiconductor Technologies & Instruments PTE
Electrolux
Highlight-Mandate
- Acting for Sanofi in litigation concerning allegations that Sanofi illegitimately delayed the generic launch of the drug Plavix.
- Representing Pfizer and Astellas Pharma in oppositions by Teva relating to the drug Xtandi, a blockbuster drug for the treatment of prostate cancer.
- Acting for major international spirits brands, such as Grey Goose, Belvedere, Finlandia and others, in an extensive campaign against a large operation of counterfeit spirits originating from ex-USSR Republics.
Luthi & Co (Herzog Patents)
A ‘go-to practice for complex patent issues in Israel’, specialised IP law boutique Luthi & Co (Herzog Patents) acts on design, copyright, trade mark, passing-off, and trade secret-related litigation. Richard Luthi is ‘exceptionally smart and knowledgeable in the field of pharmaceutical patent litigation’; Daniel Lerner has longstanding experience in high-stakes patent disputes; and Martin Binnes‘ track record features patent cases involving scientific and technological issues. Rotem Cohen acts in major IP litigation cases in the defence, food–tech and pharmaceutical sectors.
Praxisleiter:
Richard Luthi
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Daniel Lerner; Martin Binnes; Rotem Cohen
Referenzen
‘A large team with professionals of different expertise – very organised and accurate.’
‘Patient, polite, and with the ability to listen and share ideas. A go-to practice for complex patent matters in Israel, whether defending patents or advising on freedom to operate issues.’
‘The disputes team blends legal precision with commercial strategy, ensuring cases are managed both effectively and creatively. Partner engagement and teamwork guarantee seamless handling. Their practical, business-minded approach sets them apart from other firms.’
Kernmandanten
Oxylabs
Johnson & Johnson
Pirelli Tyre S.P.A
Biogen MA Inc.
Gilead
Xiaomi Inc
Bloom Fresh International Limited
Rafael Advanced Defense Systems
Strauss Group
Israel Aerospace Industries
Confiserie Du Nord
Peanuts Worldwide LLC
Zhejiang Geely Holding Group Co., Ltd
Unis Flash Memory Technology (Chengdu) Co., Ltd
Bank Leumi LeIsrael
Equashield Medical Ltd
Carolina Lemke Ltd.
Anima Biotech Inc.
P.M.I Trading & enterprise Ltd
Pharma Cosmetics Laboratories Ltd.
Xiamen Hithium Energy Storage Technology
Carmex Precision Tools Ltd.
Ningbo Zhihui Network Technology Co., Ltd
GSP Automotive Group Wenzhou Co., Ltd
Vivo Mobile
Birthright Israel International (CC)
United Brands License Company Limited
Spring Technology Services
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing OXYLABS, UAB, a hi-tech proxy and web solutions provider, in defending five of its patents against oppositions filed by Bright Data.
- Representing Johnson & Johnson in proceedings to defend its drug patent for the treatment of Schizophrenia (Xeplion), against an opposition filed by Teva.
- Representing PIRELLI TYRES in opposition proceedings against the trade mark application, Routeck, which was filed by Tercelo Rubber Technology (Dongying) Co on the grounds of confusing similarity to Pirelli’s well-known ROADTEC brand.
Meitar Law Offices
Regularly engaged by major foreign corporations for high-stakes IP litigation, Meitar Law Offices‘ handles disputes involving patents, designs, trade marks, copyright and trade secrets, with particular experience in the technology, software, pharmaceuticals, medical devices and internet sectors. Yoav Oestreicher heads the practice and is praised as ‘a fantastic litigator who is always focused on achieving the best results for clients', while Ariel Rakover specialises in IP litigation alongside his technology dispute and class action caseloads. The practice also showcases IP litigator Neta Arbel, and January 2025-promoted partner Shy Ben Aharon.
Praxisleiter:
Yoav Oestreicher
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ariel Rakover; Neta Arbel; Shy Ben Aharon
Referenzen
‘The team at Meitar has many lawyers who have studied and practiced law in the US. This helps them understand the needs of clients in America.’
‘The firm has many top-notch practice groups and an interdisciplinary approach to tackling complex legal issues. It also seems to do a great job attracting talented associates.’
‘Yoav Oestreicher is a fantastic litigator who is always focused on achieving the best results for clients.’
Kernmandanten
Amazon
GSK (GlaxoSmithKline)
SkyLine Cranes
Automated Banking Services (SHVA)
InnoValve Bio Medical
Pitango
Aspeya Switzerland Corp.
OpenAi
Meta
Philip Morris International
Highlight-Mandate
- Successfully represented GlaxoSmithKline in an appeal to the Supreme Court, which dismissed allegations regarding unjust enrichment due to alleged anti-competitive behaviour and misuse of the patent system.
- Representing Sky Line Cranes in a patent infringement claim, which concerns climbing cranes.
- Representing Meta in a lawsuit filed against it by Israeli content companies YES, HOT and Keshet, alleging contributory and vicarious copyright infringement.
S. Horowitz & Co
Home to ‘some of the most experienced IP litigators in Israel’, S. Horowitz & Co is consistently sought out by high-profile clients from the life sciences, pharmaceutical and medical device industries. The practice also fields sector experts in media, telecoms, higher education, and agrochemicals. Tal Band acts in patent, trade secret, trademark, and copyright litigation; Avi Ordo is ‘a master strategist’; Ran Vogel is a highly-rated patent litigator; and Dovev Apel‘s practice includes trade secret and patent disputes. Moran Katz, Katia Leokumovich, and Netanel Lavi are other names to note.
Praxisleiter:
Tal Band; Avi Ordo
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ran Vogel; Dovev Apel; Moran Katz; Katia Leokumovich; Netanel Lavi; Noam Blei; Yair Ziv; Gilad Gafni
Referenzen
‘The firm’s team is really exceptional for its level of knowledge and expertise, and understanding of clients’ business needs and the relevant markets.’
‘They are highly available and attentive, and are able to deliver exceptional work products under tight schedules. Their disputes team has some of the most experienced IP litigators in Israel.’
‘Clients appreciate their use of a wide range of AI tools whilst keeping their high professional levels. Their ability to build a dedicated team, which is the most suitable for each project’s profile and needs, is also notable.’
Kernmandanten
Allergan, Inc.
ALVISA Montblanc S.L.
American Orthodontics
Anita Glida Ltd.
Aroma Israel Ltd.
Avnet Inc.
Bezalel Academy of Arts and Design
Bezeq International
Bright Data
Daniel Wellington
DreamWorks Animation LLC
Universal City Studios LLC
NBC Universal Media, LLC
Dexcel Pharma Technologies Ltd.
Dr. Fisher Ltd
Everads Therapy Ltd.
Hyde Tools, Inc.
Kenshoo Ltd. (Skai)
LEGO Holding A/S
the LEGO Group
Lusha System, Inc.
Lusha Systems Ltd.
Mitsubishi HC Capital
NordSec Ltd
Nu Skin Enterprises
Paz Retail and Energy Ltd.
Promotion in Motion
Raytheon Technologies Corporation
Sano Brunos Enterprises Ltd. (Cosmopharm Ltd.)
Simplivia Healthcare Ltd.
Smart Trike MNF PTE Ltd.
State Bank of India
Taro Pharmaceutical Industries
Tel Aviv University
Tempur-Pedic International, Inc.
Teva Pharmaceutical Industries
Teva Medical Ltd.
The Chemical, Pharmaceutical and Environmental Society of the Manufacturers’ Association of Israel
The Procter & Gamble Company
The Weizmann Institute of Science
Toyota Motor Corporation
UNIPAL General Trading
Versah LLC
Victoria Beckham Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Acting for Teva in IP litigation in Israel.
- Representing the MAoI across numerous areas, including life science matters, legislation, litigation, and proceedings before courts and the Israeli Patent Office.
- Representing Lusha in a claim submitted against it by Plus Ventures for 50% of its shares and ownership of its IP.
Ehrlich Group
With ‘a deep understanding of IP-related dispute resolution’, Ehrlich, Neubauer & Melzer of Ehrlich Group regularly acts in high-stakes patent and trade mark opposition and cancellation proceedings before the Israel Patent and Trademark Office, as well as IP litigation before Israeli courts. The practice’s specialisms include patents, trade marks, designs, copyright, trade secrets, and plant breeders’ rights. Team head Yehuda Neubauer ‘demonstrates exceptional legal expertise’; Roy Melzer brings notable IP litigation experience; and Amit Ehrlich currently focuses on medical sector matters.
Praxisleiter:
Yehuda Neubauer; Roy Melzer; Amit Ehrlich
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Chamutal Niran; Hila Diller
Referenzen
‘Their performance is consistently professional and reliable. The team demonstrates strong legal expertise, clear communication, and efficient case management.’
‘They are responsive, detail oriented, and solution-driven, ensuring that even routine matters are handled with precision and care.’
‘Compared with other firms, the practice stands out for its professionalism, collaborative approach, and commitment to maintaining high service standards across all types of disputes.’
Kernmandanten
Pfizer Inc.
The Boeing Company
TikTok Information Technologies UK
AstraZeneca AB
Karl Lagerfeld
LOTUS BAKERIES
Devon&Devon S.p.A
Bacardi & Company Limited
Nikon Corporation
Optibus Ltd.
KIA Motors Corporation
Hyundai Motor Company
Nintendo Co., Ltd.
Playtech Software Limited
Real Madrid
FC Barcelona
R.C.K.M.C. LTD.
Plasson Ltd.
Ralph Lauren
LG Corporation
HUAWEI TECHNOLOGIES CO., LTD.
Stratasys Ltd.
ZHEJIANG GEELY HOLDING GROUP CO., LTD.
Wenger S.A.
Breitling S.A.
Hud Software Platforms Ltd.
Ziv Healthcare Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Regen Lab in IP litigation involving its core technology.
- Acting for The Boeing Company in a patent opposition, which was filed by Israel Aerospace Industries against a defence industry patent.
- Representing Hydro-Noa in a patent infringement lawsuit, which was filed by San Hitech in the District Court in Tel Aviv, alleging that Hydro-Noa’s hydraulic breaking system infringes on San Hitech’s patent.
FISCHER (FBC & Co.)
Combining ‘sharp legal expertise with practical, business-oriented strategy’, FISCHER (FBC & Co.)‘s IP litigation practice comprises experts in patent, trade mark, copyright, and trade secret-related disputes. The practice in Tel Aviv is co-led by IP mediator and arbitrator, Reuven Behar; and Yael Riemer, ‘one of the best litigators in Israel’, who acts in disputes before Israeli courts, the Registrar of Patents and Trademarks, and the Customs Authority. Other experienced practitioners to note are Tamara Dreiman, Yoav Schori, and Nofar Yorav.
Praxisleiter:
Reuven Behar; Yael Riemer
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Tamara Dreiman; Yoav Schori; Nofar Yorav
Referenzen
‘The team is very skilled and knowledgeable – they know when to go to court and fight, and they know when to settle. They are exceptional.’
‘FBC’s dispute resolution team combines sharp legal expertise with practical, business-oriented strategy.’
‘Clients value its hands-on partner involvement, responsiveness, and ability to navigate complex, multi-jurisdictional disputes with creativity and agility.’
Kernmandanten
Netafim
Eco-Ops
Nextracker Inc
Roadget Business PTE.
NITZAVIM O.T.Z.M.A.
TEDEA Technological Development & Automation
Viber Media
Viber Lab
Five Sigma Ltd.
Bynet Data Communications Ltd.
Randi Ltd.
WE4G Ltd. Ltd.
Xphone 018 Ltd.
Marathon 018 Ltd.
Marathon Telecom Ltd.
Cross River Bank
Dor Alon Group
Purple Biotech Ltd.
Car-Freshner Corporation
Israel Hayom Ltd.
Sonol
Spa Cosmetics Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Nextracker in opposition proceedings concerning its patent assets.
- Representing Randi in a copyright infringement dispute involving the unauthorised use of product packaging elements.
- Representing We4G, Xphone, Marathon Telecom, and their directors in a high-profile trade mark infringement and passing off dispute, which was brought by Orange Brand Services.
Herzog Fox & Neeman
In addition to trade mark, copyright and patent litigation, Herzog Fox & Neeman handles design, trade secret, and plant breeder rights-related conflicts. The team’s sector expertise includes hospitality, fintech, retail, technology and AI, along with medical cannabis and cosmetics. The group is led by ‘standout’ trade mark specialist Karen Elburg; Gilad Wekselman is a highly-rated IP litigation expert; and Adar Bengom (Ortal) advises on plant breeders’ rights, copyright, and AI-related IP issues. Uriel Mozes and Edward Levdansky are other experienced practitioners.
Praxisleiter:
Karen Elburg
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Gilad Wekselman; Adar Bengom (Ortal); Uriel Mozes; Edward Levdansky
Referenzen
‘Excellent knowledge of both theory and practice. This is an outstanding, quality team and one of the very best in Israel. They are professional, responsive and pragmatic.’
‘The Herzog team exemplifies precision and efficiency – every query is met with a rapid, meticulously-reasoned response.’
‘More than advisers, they instinctively step into the client’s shoes. The relationship feels less like outside counsel and more like an integrated extension of the client’s own team.’
Kernmandanten
The Israel Museum
Oshi Technologies Ltd.
Super Group
Evoke PLC
Caesar Premier Group
Candivore
Plus500
Adika Style Ltd.
Gemological Institute of America Inc.
Mohari Hospitality
ITS Management
Fox Wiesel
Veridis Environment Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Assisting Maelys with removing infringing sites via cease-and-desist actions and registrar/host interventions.
- Assisted Terminal X with removing copycat domain selling counterfeits, safeguarding brand integrity and preventing consumer deception in the online fashion market.
- Represented Candivore in an IP enforcement matter against infringing apps, issuing C&Ds and DMCA notices to secure removals or rebranding.
The Luzzatto Group
Mandated for a broad range of IP litigation and enforcement work, The Luzzatto Group‘s caseload encompasses high-value disputes in the pharmaceutical, life sciences, automotive, consumer products, fashion, defence, and academic sectors. The team’s key figures are patent infringement disputes expert Kfir Luzzatto; Oren Mandler, who assists with trade mark, patent, copyright, and industrial design-related litigation; and Michal Luzzatto, a copyright and digital rights litigation specialist. The practice further includes Shimon Maman, Ram Preiss Sitton, Amir Palmery, and Koby Agar.
Praxisleiter:
Kfir Luzzatto; Michal Luzzatto; Oren Mandler
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Michal Luzzatto; Shimon Maman; Ram Preiss Sitton; Amir Palmery; Koby Agar
Referenzen
‘Working with the Luzzatto Group in the trade mark area demonstrates their comprehensive approach to brand protection. Their practice excels in managing the full trade mark lifecycle, from initial registration to long-term maintenance, as evidenced by their successful handling of complex cases.’
‘They prioritise proactive portfolio management, helping clients avoid pitfalls like abandoned filings. Their deep respect for IP rights is reflected in the strict adherence to usage protocols. Their combination of registration strategy, portfolio vigilance, ethical commercialisation, and enforcement delivers reliable brand security in competitive markets.’
‘What distinguishes their trade mark partners and associates is their unique fusion of strategic foresight, technical agility, and unwavering client partnership.’
Kernmandanten
Insense Biosensors, Ltd
S.G.T.-SUSTAINABLE GREEN TECHNOLOGIES LTD
CUTISS AG
DSIT Ltd.
GlaxoSmithKline LLC
Jose Guillermo Treger
Caesars World, Inc
Tlalim Checkpoint
TORTA
Perry Ellis International
Novartis AG
Netfree
Hanita Metal Works Ltd.
Nilit Ltd.
Pfizer Inc.
Zohar Diuk Ltd.
Aspen Neuroscience, Inc.
Better Juice Ltd
BioBeef Israel Vegan Tech
DSM Protective Materials BV
Globe Invest Limited
JENOPTIK AG
San HiTech Ltd.
MYOCEPT INC
Nirogy Therapeutics, Inc.
Prometic Biotherapeutics Inc.
Ben-Gurion University of the Negev
BMW
PUIG
Ferrari
Barilla
Eli Lilly and Company
Sandoz Ltd.
Yael Derdikman-Ofir
Amit Organization
Parazero Ltd.
Bioavenir
DIESEL S.p.A.
EISAI R&D Management Co, Ltd.
Liron Mazor
B.V.D Real Estate Design ltd
Anacor Pharmaceutical Inc.
Thermodan Ltd.
Tadiran Ltd.
Glacier Foodtech Ltd.
Cafri Nevo
Water Bar M.A Machsanim Ltd.
Makor HaHochma
AviPlast Plastic Industries Ltd.
Yud Het King Sachar Ltd.
House of Dance (association)
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Eli Lilly in the successful appeal of a ruling on costs, relating to the patent for an osteoporosis drug (Forteo).
- Representing Tadiran Consumer and Technology Products in a double opposition by its competitors.
- Representing Perry Ellis International Europe in a trade mark infringement dispute and related civil lawsuit.
Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co.
With an enviable track record in litigating IP infringement claims and ownership disputes, Naschitz, Brandes, Amir & Co. routinely handles trade mark, patent and copyright-related conflicts. The practice also acts in trade secrets and AI-related disputes, while its mandates are frequently cross-border. The team is headed up by Asa Kling, who litigates IP matters in courts, as well as before arbitration bodies and the Israel Patent Office. The department further showcases experienced practitioner Sally Gillis, a patent, copyright and trade mark specialist.
Praxisleiter:
Asa Kling
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Sally Gillis
Kernmandanten
Check Point Software Technologies
Donna and Shula Productions
Dr Stephen Thaler
D.S Raider Ltd.
AYECKA Communication Systems Ltd.
Moshe Shay
Kernelios Ltd.
Hyp Payment Solutions Ltd.
Aman Snapir Ltd.
The Israel Obstacles Association
Jerusalem Municipality
Tavig – Israel Gruber Ltd.
Selene S.P.A.
High Hopes Ltd.
The Johns Hopkins University
Istituto Ortopedico Rizzoli
Signalitica Inc.
Colorado State University Research Foundation
The Israeli Olympics Association
The International Olympic Committee
Bright Generation Holdings, U.S.A.
Totzeret Hanegev Agricultural Cooperative Ltd.
The Board of the Trustees of the Universities of Illinois
DeepAI Technologies
Torramics Inc
The University of Western Ontario (Genomics)
Image Guided Therapy
Simplivia Healthcare
Acerand Therapeutics (Hong Kong) Limited
NorthEast Pharmaeutical Group Co.
Nico Therapeutics
Soter BioPharma Pte.
Selene S.P.A.
Volumez Technologies Ltd.
n.T.tao., Ltd.
Simbionix Ltd.
Watt Car Industries
Sana Biotechnology, Inc.
Hevel Maon Enterprises Agricultural Cooperative
International Fruit Genetics
BioCatch Ltd
E. I. Du Pont de Nemours and Company
Janssen Sciences Ireland Unlimited Company,
ETH Zurich
Bar Ilan University
ImageSat Ltd.
JTEC Energy
H&D Wireless
National Institutes of Biomedical Innovation, Health And Nutrition
Scioteq BVBA
Albemarle Corporation
Safran Data Systems
Check Point Software Technologies
Simplivia Healthcare
The Johns Hopkins University
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing International Fruit Genetics, a US-based fruit-breeding company, in securing its IP rights.
- Representing BioCatch Ltd., an Israel and US-based cybersecurity company, in patent, design and trade mark-related prosecutions.
- Representing Rafa Laboratories in IP litigation.
Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz
Acting for a plethora of global brands, Pearl Cohen Zedek Latzer Baratz is consistently appointed to act in patent and trade mark infringement suits, including cross-border litigation. The practice is additionally able to leverage the firm’s administrative, civil and criminal law credentials for enforcement work. Highly-rated IP litigator Yossi Markovich chairs the group, which includes: Nathaniel Agou, whose practice encompasses patents, trade marks, designs, copyright, trade secrets, and counterfeiting; and patent dispute expert Lee Ardon. Matan Carmel completes the team.
Praxisleiter:
Yossi Markovich
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Nathaniel Agou; Lee Ardon; Matan Carmel
Kernmandanten
COTY GROUP
Fortinet, Inc.
Lusha Ltd.
Kia Corporation
Bluegreen Technologies Ltd.
InnovaShell – EggDetect
Schwan-Stabilo Industry Holding Gmbh & Co. Kg
Bank Hapoalim B.M.
Barlight Construction Solutions
MESPORT Ltd.
AGTAD LTD
Microsoft
Nike
GoPuff
Havaianas (Alpargatas S.A.)
BULGARI S.p.A
Levi’s (Levi Strauss & Co.)
Brix Software Ltd.
Source Vagabond Systems
Pluristem Ltd. & Pluristem Therapeutics
Speedo Holdings B.V.
Joseph Ribkoff
Moroccanoil
Armani
F1 Formula One
Airbus (EPA: AIR)
Stabilo (SCHWAN-STABILO SCHWANHAEUSSER GMBH & CO.)
FixNip Ltd.
Equinom
CytoReason
Estar Technologies Ltd
Vaxa
Klil Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Lusha, an Israeli unicorn company embroiled in a large IP lawsuit, the matter raising complex questions about IP ownership.
- Acting for the Coty Group, and its perfume and beauty-product companies, in a case before the Supreme Court concerning novel questions of perfume trade marks and lookalikes.
- Assisting RENAULT s.a.s. with filing and executing a trade mark opposition suit against the Chinese mark RENO, on the grounds of risk of confusion to consumers.
Seligsohn Gabrieli & Co
With ’an impressive ability to anticipate and manage risks during high-stakes litigation’, Seligsohn Gabrieli & Co‘s track record includes the defence and enforcement of trade marks through litigation. The practice also houses experts in copyright protection, as well as contentious patent and trade secret cases. Nahum Gabrieli is ‘renowned for his ability to engage counterparties constructively’; Ehud Gabrieli handles litigation involving trade marks, copyright, patents, industrial designs, plant breeders’ rights, and trade secrets; and Ronnie Benshafrut is a patent expert.
Praxisleiter:
Nahum Gabrieli; Ehud Gabrieli; Ronnie Benshafrut
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Yael Kalmanovich
Referenzen
‘A top-level firm in the field, which is renowned for its professional, seasoned, and innovative team.’
‘What makes this disputes practice truly unique is its combination of deep legal expertise, strategic foresight, and an impressive ability to anticipate and manage risks during high-stakes litigation.’
‘The team’s responsiveness gives clients the confidence that their matters are handled with the utmost professionalism and care.’
Kernmandanten
Alpa Cosmetic
Acum – Society of Authors, Composers and Music Publishers in Israel
Amazon
Beiersdorf AG (NIVEA)
Carmel Winery
Home Center (DIY)
Nestlé
HP Inc.
Hewlett Packard Enterprise
HP Development Company
Intel Corporation
Adobe Inc.
Hasbro Inc.
MAN Truck & Bus
Asos Plc
Ikea
Palo Alto Networks Inc.
New Balance Athletics, Inc.
OCB
Guccio Gucci
S. C. Johnson & Son
Giorgio Armani
Wyndham Hotels & Resorts
Pandora
Pacific Biosciences
Xiaomi Inc.
Magic Leap, Inc.
Snowflake Inc.
Saucony
Ravensburger AG
Extra Retail Group
Gottex Swimwear Brands
Elvy.ai
POLIPOL Polstermöbel GmbH & Co. KG.
Dalton Winery
Osem Corporate Group
Sons of George Shukha
Sano Brunos Enterprises
Golden Goose S.P.A.
InMode
Polyrizon
Moodify.ai
SavorEat
H2Pro Ltd.
Shibolet & Co.
Shibolet & Co. regularly appears in high-stakes litigation across various courts, including at Supreme Court level. The team’s sector expertise spans media and entertainment, technology and software, healthcare and life sciences, as well as real estate and hospitality. A ‘highly-qualified IP litigator’, department head Tamir Afori is praised by clients as ‘second to no one in Israel for copyright cases’. In May 2025, patent litigator Matan Kovacs joined from Gilat, Bareket & Co. of Reinhold Cohn Group.
Praxisleiter:
Tamir Afori
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Matan Kovacs; Ofer Larisch; Yehonatan Poran
Referenzen
‘Clients know that they will seek every way to promote clients’ interests. They fully trust Tamir Afori’s advice and he provides excellent representation in copyright cases.’
‘Tamir Afori is a highly-qualified IP litigator. He is second to no one in Israel for copyright cases.‘
‘Tamir Afori and his team are very professional, efficient, and fair.’
Kernmandanten
Interior Leitersdorf (Dannah Leitersdorf)
Isrotel
Helicon
Medifood Ltd
Harman International
Red Bend Ltd
Kviskal Ltd
GROHE AG
Free TV
Embrace Medical Ltd.
Mifal HaPais – Israel lottery
Camtek Ltd. No
Motion Picture Association
Tangelo Games
Gigi Cosmetics
Jafora Tabori Ltd
Radio Tel Aviv
Netflix
Gat Fertilizers
Keshet Broadcasting
Spotify
Golan Heights Winery
Galil Mountains Winery
Bazelet Pharma
Reichman University
Golan Renewable Industries
CDS (Cohn De-Vries Stadler)
Shiri Katz
Mishan Center Ltd. (CC)
Jordache Israel
Herbert Samuel Hotels
Orchid Hotels
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Isrotel, a large hotel chain, in a claim filed against it by the Federation of Phonogram Producers (IFPI) for alleged non-payment of royalties during wartime.
- Represented Kviscal in a case in the Supreme Court of Israel, which discussed the weight of the consent of a prior trade mark owner to the registration of a new trademark.
- Represented Medifood in an opposition that was filed by SharkNinja Operating against its application for the FOODIES trade mark.
Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary
The ‘excellent team’ at Amit, Pollak, Matalon & Co. Advocates and Notary covers IP disputes over trade marks, copyright, patents, designs, plant rights, and trade secrets. The practice’s sector specialisms encompass technology, sport, media, entertainment, financial services, and food and beverage. Omer Carmel is ‘a gifted litigator who strives to resolve disputes in the best manner possible’, while the wide-ranging IP practices of Sahar Peled and Ian Rostowsky also feature disputes.
Praxisleiter:
Ian Rostowsky
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Omer Carmel; Sahar Peled; Irena Salov
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‘APM has an excellent team that is highly professional, available, and pleasant to work with.’
‘Omer Carmel is a gifted litigator who strives to resolve disputes in the best manner possible.’
‘While Omer Carmel can be forceful when needed, he strives for win-win results that promote trust and business relationships between the parties.’
Kernmandanten
80 Acres Urban Agriculture, Inc
Akeyless Security Ltd.
Bazan Oil Refineries Ltd.
B.M. Energy Ltd.
Dolbit Productions Ltd.
EEG-Sense Ltd.
G1 Security Technologies Ltd.
Giaconda Ltd.
Earendel Medical Ltd.
Global Retail Ltd (Carrefour franchisee in Israel)
Human Platform Inc.
Inbound Junction
Maccabi Entrepreneurship and Management Ltd.
Nayax Ltd.
Netta Barzilai (through Nine Seven Eight Nine Seven Eight Nine Ltd.)
Ongage Ltd.
OrSense Ltd.
Redefine Meat Ltd.
SpringHill
State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co.
Tectona Ltd.
Tnuva Food Industries – Agricultural Cooperative In Israel Ltd.
Universal Music Israel
YOOM.COM Ltd.
Highlight-Mandate
- Assisted Inbound Junction with resolving a dispute in which two of its employees had started their own firm while still working in its service and misappropriating its copyrights.
- Assisted Nayax with the settling of a lawsuit filed against it in Federal Court in Texas by an American company, PayRange, which alleged patent infringement in the US.
- Assisted State Farm Mutual Automobile Insurance Co with filing a patent infringement lawsuit in the US District Court of Delaware against Amazon; and related proceedings in Israel against Amazon’s Israeli supplier, Vayyar Imaging.
Firon Law Firm
In addition to its ‘very good technical knowledge of trade mark opposition proceedings in Israel’, Firon Law Firm covers disputes involving copyright proceedings. The team’s expertise further includes patents and designs. Leading the practice, Eran Presenti is a highly-regarded IP infringement specialist. Notable support is provided by Tzili Olshan-Shariv, who routinely acts in IP litigation proceedings, including before Israel’s IP Registrar.
Praxisleiter:
Eran Presenti
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Tzili Olshan-Shariv
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‘Very good technical knowledge of trade mark opposition proceedings in Israel.’
‘Tzili Olshan-Shariv and Eran Presenti are excellent.’
Kernmandanten
Zira
Opticana
Icon Milano
Agama
MDT Technologies
Epsos
Dan Hotels
Adin Dental Implant Systems
GoodPharm
A.L Spices
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Zira and others in a claim against Meta.
- Representing Zira in a claim against Google.
- Representing photographers in claims regarding infringement of their IP rights.
G&A Glazberg, Applebaum & Co
Engaged to handle a range of IP disputes, G&A Glazberg, Applebaum & Co regularly appears in patent and trade mark litigation. The practice also acts in proprietary innovation-related disputes between employees and employers. The team is co-led by Ziv Glazberg, whose track record includes prosecuting and litigating patent rights in Israel and abroad; and Nadav Applebaum, who maintains a broad IP disputes caseload. The group additionally features experienced practitioner Hanna Odeh.
Praxisleiter:
Ziv Glazberg; Nadav Applebaum
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Hanna Odeh
Kernmandanten
WalkMe
Adama Studio LLC
Shmuel Ur Innovation Ltd.
Amiad Water Systems
Sensibo
Oil de Lamor (ODL)
Taboola
Sobhi Nakhly & Sons
Engleasy
Agenda
Classiq Technologies Ltd
OrCam Ltd.
SRM
Start.io
Perion LTD
Bagel AI
Gal Naor LTD (and subsidiaries)
Meital Carmely
Meta Bim
Artus LTD
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing WalkMe, a technology company, in disputes and potential infringements.
- Acting for Oil De Lamor in a trade mark infringement appeal before the Supreme Court of Israel.
- Acting for Adama Studio in a range of IP litigation matters, including global infringement and counterfeit disputes.
Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co.
Goldfarb Gross Seligman & Co.‘s IP disputes team in Tel Avivi routinely acts in patent, trade mark, trade secret, copyright, and unjust enrichment-related litigation. Eyal Price is ‘a known and well-respected IP lawyer’; Sa’ar Plinner regularly acts before Israeli courts and the Israeli Registrar of Patents, Designs and Trademarks; and Tzahi Halio’s wide-ranging litigation practice includes IP cases. Ella Tevet, Michael Ginsburg and Roee Laor are other key figures.
Praxisleiter:
Eyal Price; Saar Plinner; Ella Tevet
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Tzahi Halio; Michael Ginsburg; Roee Laor
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‘Professional and responsive. They have strong, reliable and known IP figures.’
‘Eyal Price is a known and well-respected IP lawyer, who is always on hand to provide reliable, thorough and honest advice.’
Kernmandanten
EMC Israel Development Center
ARM
Applied Materials
Symantec Corporation
EarlySense
Keshet Broadcasting
DSP Group
Celeno Communications (Israel)
Attunity
Comtech Telecommunications Corporation
Coinbase
Itamar Medical
Bayside Land Corporation
Carestream Health
Anchiano Therapeutics
Avgol Industries 1953
NanoMaterials
Storytel AB
Libra Insurance Company
Kodak Israel
Knock N‘ Lock
Eldan Transportation
Innoging Medical
Storytel AB
Libra Insurance Company
Kodak Israel
Eldan Transportation
Deepdub
Forsea
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing a multinational toy manufacturer in a copyright and IP infringement dispute with an Israeli importer.
- Representing an Austrian medical equipment supplier in a copyright and trade mark infringement dispute.
- Representing a start-up in a dispute with another start-up, alleging theft of trade secrets and illegal copying of software.
Gornitzky & Co.
Gornitzky & Co.‘s practice covers patent disputes, including litigation and enforcement actions before the Israeli courts and Patent Office. It also assists with trade mark litigation, including infringement, brand protection and passing-off actions, along with copyright disputes involving digital rights and software. Ziv Rotenberg‘s practice features Chinese IP law; while Shirley Gal assists start-ups, global companies and Israeli corporations with IP protection work. The department further includes Maya Shmailov.
Praxisleiter:
Ziv Rotenberg; Shirley Gal; Maya Shmailov
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Aline Wekselman
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‘A very responsive team that is highly professional and efficient.’
‘Clients have a very positive experience with this firm, particularly in the IP domain.’
‘Deep knowledge, strategic thinking, and unwavering commitment are instrumental when navigating complex IP disputes and transactions.’
Kernmandanten
Electra Consumer Products (1951) Ltd.
Tyroler Ltd.
Keter Home and Garden Products Ltd.
Neuron Entrepreneurship Ltd.
SolarEdge Technologies
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Electra Consumer Products (1951) and Electra Industries in a patent opposition proceeding, which was filed by Electra’s HVAC division against a patent application submitted by Tadiran.
- Representing Waves Audio in trade mark opposition proceedings before the EUIPO and UKIPO, which was commenced by Iris in relation to the CLARITY VX mark.
- Representing Ulvera AI, medical aesthetics company developing advanced skin rejuvenation systems, in litigation that was initiated by KolorPen against Ulvera and one of its founders.
S. Friedman, Abramson & Co.
Experienced in IP disputes involving patents, trade marks, designs, trade secrets, and copyright, S. Friedman, Abramson & Co.‘s ’team combines trial-tested advocacy with sophisticated negotiation skills’. It is particularly experienced in IP litigation concerning pharmaceutical, biotech, academic, and hi-tech sector clients. The group is co-led by Gavriel Disegni, who acts in disputes over copyright, trade marks, designs, commercial counterfeiting, idea protection, and trade secrets; and ‘outstanding problem solver’ Liron Koren.
Praxisleiter:
Gavriel Disegni; Liron Koren
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‘The team is unique in that they identify business risks with clients and craft dispute strategies that are aligned with long-term objectives.’
‘The firm is unique because it fuses strong professionalism with a personal boutique feeling. It brings together talented lawyers with wide knowledge in many areas, which gives clients broad legal support in Israeli and international copyright matters.’
‘The firm is modern, innovative, and has wide and relevant knowledge for clients’ needs.’
Kernmandanten
Galilee Winecellar Joseph Gold & Sons
HaMashbir Lazarchan Department Stores
HaMashbir 365 Ltd
Sammy Ofer Stadium
Turner Stadium
Bloomfield Stadium
Teddy Stadium
Milouoff Petem Integration Cooperative Agricultural Society
Milouot Milouof Agricultural Cooperative Entrepreneurship
Vitamed Pharmaceutical Industries
Ora Pharm Ltd.
The University of Haifa
Tel Aviv University
The Hebrew University of Jerusalem
Palram
Eldan
Ariston IL Ltd
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing Galilee Winecellar Joseph Gold & Sons in a complex dispute with ZHS IP Worldwide Sàrl regarding the registration and use of ELIT/ELITE trade marks in Israel.
- Assisting HaMashbir Lazarchan Department Stores with an opposition to the registration of the Whole Foods Market 365 trade mark, which was filed by Amazon Technologies.
- Representing four major Israeli soccer stadiums (Sami Ofer, Bloomfield, Turner, and Teddy) in a copyright and trade mark infringement case against 3D puzzle manufacturers.
Ariel Dubinsky, Law Office
Ariel Dubinsky, Law Office‘s IP disputes ‘team combines technical excellence with an empathetic, results-driven approach’. Recent highlights for the boutique firm include cross-border IP disputes involving major technology companies, high-profile academic copyright litigation, and design and trade mark infringement cases. Firm founder Ariel Dubinsky has ‘transformed the IP litigation department through exceptional strategic vision and meticulous attention to detail’.
Praxisleiter:
Ariel Dubinsky
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‘Very pleasant and very patient with clients. Clients love how this firm handles all aspects of IP law and contentious matters in Israel – it’s a one-stop-shop. The service is exceptionally high, creative, and agile.’
‘This practice is unique for several reasons, and its strengths and capabilities will resonate with clients that are looking for personalised, innovative, and strategic solutions.’
‘Unlike many firms, the team places a premium on truly understanding client’s specific needs, culture, and challenges. They don’t offer a one-size-fits-all solution, but instead tailor strategies to the unique goals of each client. This personalised approach is a hallmark of the team’s success, and it’s what clients deeply value.’
Kernmandanten
WEKA IO
GEOX
Shisukit Ltd.
Ein Gedi Ltd.
Shraga Soval
Highlight-Mandate
- Successfully represented WEKA IO Inc, an AI data platform company, in securing a trade mark coexistence agreement with WIKA Group.
- Successfully defended three Ariel University academics (Noga Agmon, Sigal Cordova and Shraga Shuval) against a NIS 300,000 copyright infringement lawsuit, which was filed by Aviva Bashn, who claimed their academic paper on Global Quality Management Systems copied her unpublished research findings and methodologies.
- Assisting Ein Gedi with litigating a District Court appeal that challenges a Magistrate Court’s sua sponte revocation of the Messiah trade mark.
Drori Stav IP
Acting for software, hi-tech, retail and industrial sector companies, Drori Stav IP‘s trade mark litigation practice encompasses infringement actions, oppositions and invalidations. The practice is co-led by Yonatan Drori, whose caseload features patent, trade mark and design-related litigation; and Iyar Stav, an expert in patents, trade marks, copyright, designs and plant breeder rights, as well as music and entertainment industry matters.
Praxisleiter:
Yonatan Drori; Iyar Stav
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Coral Mena
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‘Great attention is paid to clients.’
‘Very professional team that provides high-quality services in all IP fields, including patents and trade marks.’
‘Iyar Stav is a very nice person, who is easy to communicate with.’
Soroker Agmon Nordman - IP and Beyond
Acting in IP litigation in Israel, Singapore and the US, Soroker Agmon Nordman - IP and Beyond is regularly mandated to act in trade mark disputes. The practice also houses patent experts. Eran Soroker is a longstanding specialist in litigating and enforcing IP rights; while Jonathan Agmon, who is experienced in patents, copyright, trade marks and designs, fronts the firm’s Singapore office. Dan Cymerblit heads up the trade mark team.
Praxisleiter:
Eran Soroker; Jonathan Agmon; Dan Cymerblit
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Robert Dorneanu
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‘A great firm with great professionals!’
Kernmandanten
HAYAT KİMYA SANAYİ ANONİM ŞİRKETİ
Balanced Body Inc.
Unilever Israel Food LTD.
Wenger S.A.
EVYAP SABUN YAG GLISERIN SANAYI VE TICARET ANONIM SERKETI
Lemon Collections Ltd.
Frankie Shop
Igor Akrapovici
ALO LLC
Highlight-Mandate
- Representing a well-known commercial photographer in Israel in enforcing his copyrights against dozens of infringers, including large retail store chains, supermarkets, health food stores, online pharmacies, and media companies.
- Assisting XL Energy with the enforcement of its IP rights in Israel.
- Assisting Balanced Bodylawsuits with filing lawsuits against several infringers.