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Liad Whatstein & Co.

Intellectual Property

Global Guide 2026 : Israel

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Liad Whatstein & Co.

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Liad Whatstein & Co. is internationally recognized as Israel’s foremost IP firm. The firm handles all aspects of the IP practice, including litigation and prosecution of patents, trademarks, designs and plant varieties, as well as matters relating to copyright, licensing and distribution. The firm acts in Israel’s most complex IP disputes. The firm also manages large patent and trademark portfolios of major international clients.

The firm understands the intricacies of IP law and have in-depth knowledge of its clients’ technologies. The firm’s clients are its partners. The firm understands their strategic business needs and share their values. The firm is not the run-of-the-mill attorneys or legal “technicians”. Liad Whatstein & Co’s attorneys are creative, enthusiastic and enjoy the challenges involved in complex litigation. The firm wins high profile, high stake cases and is responsible for some of the most important judicial precedents in IP law in Israel.

Clients (39)

  • Novartis
  • Sanofi
  • Merck & Co.
  • Pfizer
  • Takeda
  • Regeneron
  • Abbott
  • Bayer
  • Astellas
  • Alkermes
  • UCB Pharma
  • Alnylam Pharmaceuticals
  • H. Lundbeck A/S
  • Leo Pharma
  • Genzyme
  • Novo Nordisk
  • Bristol Myers Squibb
  • State of Israel
  • Elbit Systems
  • Bacardi
  • Paramount
  • Disney
  • Netflix
  • Louis Vuitton Malletier
  • Spin Master
  • Jack Daniel’s
  • Polo Ralph Lauren
  • Crocs
  • General Motors
  • Sony
  • Alo Yoga
  • The North Face
  • Lee
  • Wrangler
  • VANS
  • Timberland
  • L’Oreal
  • On Shoes
  • FIFA - Fédération Internationale de Football Association

Industries (9)

  • Pharmaceuticals and Healthcare
  • Biotech and Biological Products
  • Defence
  • Entertainment
  • Spirits
  • Consumer Products
  • Fashion
  • Telecommunications
  • Software and Electronics

Chambers Review

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Intellectual Property - Israel

Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Liad Whatstein & Co. is a dynamic firm which has quickly established itself as an impressive entity in the Israeli IP market. It is acclaimed for its abilities in handling complex litigation, as well as its impressive list of clients from the pharmaceutical industry. The law firm covers all aspects of intellectual property, acting for both domestic and international clients, most notably handling patent litigation and anti-counterfeiting matters for global brands. The team also advises public entities, as well as clients in the defence, life sciences and retail sectors.

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Work Highlights

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  • Liad Whatstein & Co. represented Sanofi in a litigation matter involving allegations that Sanofi illegitimately delayed the generic launch of PLAVIX.

Strengths

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  • Liad Whatstein & Co. is a top-level adviser and has a very good team.

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  • The law firm provides a quick turnaround, even on complex issues, and a practical approach.

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  • They have a profound knowledge of the area, high availability, creative thinking and an understanding of the client's needs.

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  • The law firm provides an excellent service and is very knowledgeable about Israeli law.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Liad Whatstein
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    Liad Whatstein

    Liad Whatstein is a distinguished lawyer who routinely acts for large domestic and international pharmaceutical companies on patent litigation matters. He also regularly acts for public entities and clients in the technology sector.

    • He comes up with lots of interesting ideas and is very proactive in pushing things along.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal

    • He has a great understanding of the business, risks and potential scenarios and demonstrates sophisticated thinking. I love working with him.

      Intellectual Property respondentGlobal

    • Liad Whatstein is extremely knowledgeable, very passionate about his work, very responsive and communicative.

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  • Amira Mangelus
    Amira Mangelus

    Amira Mangelus

    Amira Mangelus is a well-reputed patent litigator, handling opposition, revocation and infringement proceedings. She is recognised for assisting clients in the life sciences sector.

    • Amira Mangelus is a very good litigator.

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