Allen & Overy A Pędzich established its Warsaw office in 1991. It now employs more than 50 lawyers including nine partners in Poland. 

Traditionally lender-focused, A&O is focused on working with banks in all manner of transactions. A member of the UK “magic circle”, the firm has 44 offices in 31 countries. 

Focusses / specialisms 

The firm focuses on banking and finance and excels in debt capital markets transactions achieving top-tier status in Poland in both areas. It has a strong relationship with international banks and is often involved in cross-border syndicated loans. 

Key clients 

The firm’s key clients include Saudi Aramco, Ørsted, Sumo Group, Polski Fundusz Rozwoju, Grupa Żywiec, DIF Capital Partners, Santander, ING Bank, Commercial Bank of China, BNP Paribas, Commerzbank, HSBC, Polish Development Fund, Mapletree, Green Investment Group (part of Macquarie Group), Cromwell European Real Estate Investment Trust and IFM Global Infrastructure Fund. 

Client feedback: 32nd edition (2021/2022) 

Banking 

“Excellent service and client approach, deep knowledge and understanding of our business.” 

M&A 

“They are proactive and provide high-quality documentation. They provide commercial advice to clients without going into too much detail on the legal regulations.”