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Since opening its doors at the end of 2020, Cohn, de Vries, Stadler & Co (CDS-LUTHI Group) has established itself as a leading force in patent prosecution. The dynamic team blend decades of expertise with forward-thinking strategies, to deliver an unparalleled IP service to clients diverse in both size and industry – from agrotech to artificial intelligence. At the forefront are founders Ilan Cohn, David de Vries and Svetlana Stadler. Cohn is an established leader in the Israeli IP landscape and is internationally recognised and sought after for his valuable strategic insights. His multidisciplinary practice spans a myriad of sectors, from life sciences to renewable energy. De Vries draws on his background in mechanical engineering to draft strong patent and design applications and overcomes hurdles to get them granted. Stadler is a go-to for those navigating the complexities of getting their innovations protected. Her technological know-how covers everything from electronic devices to computer science, where she leverages her background in physics to provide sage counsel. Armed with a background in material science and engineering, Edith Sokol blends a deep technical understanding with profound legal acumen to deliver astute protection strategies. Myriam Schnur boasts nearly two decades of expertise in physics-related domains and medical devices, and excels when dealing with global patent applications. She also leads on renewals and docketing, ensuring seamless execution. Also adding to the team’s expertise is Mirit Lotan, whose “PhD in biology is extremely useful. She is hugely experienced when it comes to filing patent applications and can meet all the demands necessary.” Lotan intertwines her patent expertise with licensing and business development skill too. Making his debut in the guide this year, Lior Cohn’s technical prowess in the fields of physics and biology is evident in his work, where he assists companies at the forefront of innovation. Also entering the spotlight this year, Zvi Jacobson excels in patent searches and drafts meticulous applications, thanks to his technical understanding of electrical engineering and optics.
Zvi Jacobson serves as a Patent Attorney and Founding Partner at the intellectual property firm Cohn, de Vries, Stadler & Co., which is part of the CDS-Luthi Intellectual Property Group. He earned his B.Sc. in Electrical and Computer Engineering from Ben-Gurion University in 1997. Mr. Jacobson's professional expertise spans a broad array of IP-related activities, including conducting prior art searches, offering opinions on patentability and freedom to operate, and managing the drafting and global prosecution of patent applications.
His technical skills are evident in his work across various fields such as electrical engineering, electronic and communication systems, software engineering, natural language processing (NLP), machine learning (ML), mechanical systems, optical systems, medical devices, sensors, robotics, quantum key distribution (QKD), and cryptosystems. His diverse client base includes academic and research institutions as well as startup companies.
Zvi Jacobson is recognized as a leading professional in his field and is listed in The Legal 500 as a recommended lawyer for patent prosecution in Israel. His extensive experience and broad technical knowledge make him a trusted advisor and advocate in the complex field of intellectual property law.
Cohn, de Vries, Stadler & Co., which is part of the CD-LUTHI Intellectual Property Group, is a dynamic firm which combined many decades of experience in providing high-quality IP services to a wide range of clients. The Firm was established by highly experienced professionals with an average of about 20 years of experience. Cohn, de Vries, Stadler & Co. is recognized as a leader in serving the Israeli innovative community in protecting their IP rights worldwide.
Industry Focus - The firm’s professional team combines unmatched expertise in the entire range of IP disciplines, including patents, designs and trademarks. Our professional team possess technical understanding and a business-oriented approach in a wide range of industries and technological sectors, including aggrotech, food tech, life sciences, digital health, medical devices, pharmaceuticals, chemistry, cleantech, consumer products, manufacturing processes, water technologies, renewable energy, defence technologies, industrial engineering, automotive technologies, aviation and space, construction and engineering, manufacturing technologies, packaging, electronic devices, semiconductors, optics, electro-optics, laser systems, nanotechnology, imaging, digital printing, communications, computer science, telecommunication, data storage, data protection, AI and machine learning, big data, materials science and engineering, electrical engineering and MEMS.
Scope of Services - The firm offers an array of professional services, which include strategic counseling, devising and implementing IP strategy, IP due diligence, patentability and Freedom to Operate (FTO) studies, invention harvesting, M&A advisory, licensing, and other commercial transactions, patent monetization and more. These services are on top of the main focus - representing clients in all stages of patent, trademark and design registration, starting with filing applications and prosecuting them through to the successful registration of the asset and maintenance services. Our attorneys are highly experienced in representing clients in such proceedings before patent, design and trademark offices in multiple countries around the world. The success rate and the speed in securing registrations is second to none.
Clients – the client portfolio containing hundreds of clients and thousands of patent cases. The firm's client portfolio is very diverse, including private inventors, early-stage start-ups, technology-based companies, private and public global corporations, both Israeli and foreign, private and institutional investors, technology transfer companies of academic institutions, and others.
In October 2022 CDS joined forces with Luthi & Co., Israel's leading IP litigation firm, establishing the CDS-LUTHI Intellectual Property Group. Luthi & Co. was involved in almost all major IP litigations in Israel over the past three decades, obtaining consistent top-tier rankings in all leading professional guides along the way. In addition to IP litigation, Luthi & Co. are also vastly experienced in matters of licensing, franchising, customs actions, and more. CDS-LUTHI brings together the diverse skill-set and experience of both CDS and Luthi & Co., to provide our clients with a "one-stop-shop" of the highest quality IP-related services from an holistic perspective. Through its partnership with Luthi & Co., the firm can offer its clients complementary legal services including IP litigation, licensing and others.
Holistic Approach - With such expertise, CDS is well positioned to provide its clients with a holistic approach to IP services that is tailored to meet the needs of the client’s business and business development strategy, taking into consideration the competitive landscape, state of technological development, business model and other factors to maximize value.
The firm strives to foster a true partnership with its clients and, through its flexible and creative approach to intellectual property, enables them to achieve their goals, expand their business, and protect and profit from their IP assets.
Recognition
The firm's founding partners enjoy a long-standing reputation and international recognition, as demonstrated by their continuous appearances in the different ranking guides such as The Legal 500, Who's Who Legal, IAM Patent1000, IAM 300 Strategy, IAM 300 Global Leaders, MIP IP Stars, Chambers & Partners.
The firm has been ranked as a leading firm in leading international ranking guides such as Chambers and Partners, The Legal 500, IAM 1000, and IP STARS.