Nahum Gabrieli
Seligsohn Gabrieli & CoSeligsohn Gabrieli & Co is known for its expertise in representing an array of clients in a variety of IP-related matters including the registration of complex trademarks, including 3D trademarks and sound marks. The patents arm, Seligsohn Gabrieli Benshafrut, is noted for its experience in the filing and prosecution of patents, most notably before the Israel Patent Office. Practice co-head Nahum Gabrieli is noted for his experience in trademark prosecution and protection, while fellow co-head Ehud Gabrieli concentrates his broad practice on the enforcement of trademark and copyright owners’ rights. The team also includes Gal Gross, who focuses on trademark prosecution and opposition proceedings, and trademark and copyright litigator Yael Kalmanovich. Ronnie Benshafrut‘s broad practice spans patent filing and prosecution, patent term extension and portfolio management.
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Testimonials
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- 'Seligsohn Gabrieli & Co stands out as a unique, client-focused law firm in Israel in several key respects. Their strengths and capabilities lie in offering a holistic approach to legal services, tailored to the individual needs of each client.'
- 'Yael Kalmanovich possesses a keen strategic vision that guides her approach to trademark law. She is able to develop innovative legal strategies that provide our clients with a competitive advantage in protecting their brands in Israel.'
- 'Gal Gross' most important strength is her unwavering commitment to putting clients first. She takes the time to fully understand each client's needs and objectives, ensuring that the legal advice and strategies are tailored to their specific situations.'
- 'Nahum and his team handle all aspects of trademark work, including, but not limited to, search, filing, OA, opposition, challenge actions, enforcement and litigation. They provide very clear, cost-effective and tailored strategies and advice with great professionalism and efficiency.'
- 'Nahum Gabrieli and Yael Kalmanovich, with whom we work, are always very responsive and provide extremely helpful and efficient strategies and comments.'
- 'One of their distinguishing features is the accessibility of their partners and associates. Whether it is a simple trademark prosecution case or a complex strategy to safeguard the intellectual property of a multinational company entering the Israeli market, we always have direct access to legal experts who take the time to fully understand the specific needs of each client.'
- 'Nahum Gabrieli is an excellent legal professional who has consistently demonstrated exceptional skills in leading and managing a diverse and talented legal team, as well as being a well-rounded trademark professional himself.'
- 'Ronnie Benshafrut is Israel's top materials' science patent attorney. Extensive experience in patent drafting and prosecution, excellent prior art analytical skills, dedication to client. First-rate integrity in advising the client.'
Key clients
- Sons of George Shukha Ltd.
- Dalton Wineries Ltd.
- Spirits International B.V.
- Gottex Swimwear Brands Ltd.
- IKEA
- Wyndham Hotels & Resorts, Inc. (NYSE: WH)
- Pacific Biosciences
- Palo Alto Networks Inc.
- Snowflake Inc.
- Primo Water Holdings UK Limited
- POLIPOL Polstermöbel GmbH & Co. KG.
- Oxford Programs Limited
- Hasbro Inc. (NASDAQ: HAS)
- Pandora SA
- Home Center (DIY) Ltd.
- Nestle – Societe des Produits Nestle SA (SWX: NESN)
- Xiaomi Inc. (HKG: 1810)
- Asos Plc (LON: ASC)
- Tempo Beverages
- Carmel Winery
- Sano Brunos Enterprises
- Osem Investments Ltd.
- Home Skinnovations Ltd.
- Ricegrowers Ltd. (Sunrice-Sunwhite)
- Yum! Brands, Inc. (Pizza HUT, Taco Bell, KENTUCKY FRIED CHICKEN)
- Guccio Gucci S.p.A.
- Stolichnaya
- New Balance Athletics, Inc.
- Saucony
- S. C. Johnson & Son, Inc.
- Ravensburger AG
- Epic Games, Inc.
- Medtronic plc
- Magic Leap, Inc.
- Beiersdorf AG
Lawyers
Leading partners: Intellectual property: filing and prosecution: trade marks and copyrights
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Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Nahum Gabrieli, Ehud Gabrieli, Ronnie Benshafrut