Recommendations and Testimonials
Recommendations
I have worked with David for over 20 years. The bottom line is David is a consummate professional. He knows his stuff and is my go-to guy for all things trademark related. Look no further!
David is not only a great trademark attorney, he’s a wonderful guy. We have used de Chalains now for many years and we have always had nothing but great service and great results. I highly recommend David and de Chalains for your trademark needs!
I have always found David and his staff to be very professional, with excellent advice and quick turnaround times. The firm excels in the management of client portfolios, with clear and precise recommendations and a keen eye for detail. In addition, David and his staff are very friendly and approachable and are always willing to “go the extra mile”. I have no hesitation in recommending the team for all your South African trade mark requirements!
Our firm has worked with David Bernstein and de Chalains for several decades. They are our “go to” IP counsel for not only South Africa, but neighboring countries. This applies to patents as well as trademarks, including adversary proceedings. David and his colleagues are very responsive, informative and cost effective. I consider Dave a friend as well as a colleague.
I’ve worked with David for a number of years in multiple firms – he has been my “go to” lawyer in Africa for as long as I can remember. Sharp, commercial and a really great person, he ticks all the boxes. If you are looking for someone, David’s your guy – he’s easy to work with and cost effective. I can’t recommend him highly enough
2019 SAAFoST President’s Award; IPStars 2022; IAM Patent 1000 in 2023;
David is a senior practitioner who combines his extensive knowledge with a keen strategic view of each situation. Highly recommended and extremely personable.
We were fortunate to secure the services of de Chalains to complete our Corporate Trademark requirements. David was our key contact and from the outset he immediately understood our complex needs and ensured a smooth and hassle free submission. We certainly recommend David and his team 👏
I have had the privilege of working with and knowing David since 1990. David worked with me in the Judge Advocate General (Navy) in our early days where he served with distinction. After his Service, he specialized earning a reputation for delivering a professional and uniquely bespoke service to his clients. David has proved himself to be an asset to his clients and it is without hesitation that I recommend his expertise.
David and his team are pragmatic and charge predictably and get things done without a fuss, and he’s a nice guy. What else do you need?
I have worked with David for many years and have always found him a pleasure to deal with. David understands clients need commercial and timely advice, delivered cost effectively, and never fails to provide this. He is genuinely interested in a clients success and I highly recommend his trademark services
I have known David for more than twenty years, and I have always been impressed with his professionalism and responsiveness. I recommend him and his firm’s services without hesitation.
Great and practical advice. perfect to work with
David is always very efficient in answering inquiries and always helpful to work out solutions. He is also very pleasant to work with. Highly recommend David for South Africa IP matters and African IP matters in general.
David and his firm de Chalains have provided our business with not just professional and technical advice over the years, but David has given us proactive advice on risks and dangers that he has seen that we may face to our brand and related value. I wouldn’t look anywhere else for advice and assistance in his/their areas of expertise.
David is superb lawyer and a super guy. Would definitely recommend working with him!
I’ve worked with David for many years and highly recommend David and the team at De Chalains for IP work in Africa. David provides us with great commercial advice, getting straight to the point and solving problems at a really attractive price point.
A good listener who understands the client’s needs, and open minded to bring with suggestions and solutions.