Domański Zakrzewski Palinka
Domański Zakrzewski Palinka is a large full-service domestic firm established in 1993. The firm has offices in Warsaw, Poznań and Wrocław. The firm boasts of being the largest independent Polish law firm. The deal team consists of more than 100 notable lawyers, including 33 partners, led by managing partner Krzysztof Zakrzewsk.
The firm has strong capabilities across all practice areas and particularly M&A and projects including project finance.
Highlights
The firm advised Wells Fargo Bank on the $400 million asset-backed financing provided to Canpack.
The firm advised Würth Group on its $273 million acquisition of TIM. The firm also advised
InfiniteDATA on the acquisition of 100% shares by Beta Systems DCI Software.
The firm advised Warsaw Trams on a $26 million loan by European Investment Bank to expand tram line infrastructure.
Testimonials
"Pragmatic and professional approach to the issues, that allows us and the client to see the trees in the forest." (M&A Client)
“PERFECT SERVICE, TIMELINESS AND AVAILABILITY.” (M&A Client)
"I appreciate Domanski Zakrzewski Palinka for the high level of professionalism, the ability to solve legal problems quickly and efficiently, and the high qualifications of the legal team." (Project Development Client)
"Understanding of the client's business; Ability to assign appropriate resources to the relevant tasks; and Ease of communications and availability." (Restructuring Client)
“Communication.” - Maciej Zajda, Firm Senior Associate
“Communicates with the client clearly and openly, ensures that he understands the expectations and instructions, makes sure he understands the underlying business issue and does not focus only on the legal side of the problem.” - Marek Świątkowski, Firm Partner
“Pragmatic and professional service.” - Maria Piechota, Firm Associate
“Knowledge of M&A principles and negotiation of contract terms.” - Piotr Jackowski, Firm Counsel
“Tomasz Michalczyk is a lawyer with extensive and exceptional legal knowledge, which he uses in an effective and innovative way when providing legal advice.” - Tomasz Michalczyk, Firm Partner
Key clients
Enea Group, PORR, Qair Polska, Urbaser and Zarząd Morskiego Portu Gdynia.
Małecki Legal
Małecki Legal is a Polish boutique law firm established in 2020 by
Leszek Małecki. The firm has its offices in Warsaw. The firm specialises in advising both domestic and international clients on transactional matters. The firm has a team of legal professionals with notable experience garnered from renowned law firms. The firm regularly advises investors, business founders and shareholders on M&A, private equity and venture capital transactions.
Highlights
The firm advised Galanto Holdings Co on its financial investment in Home Doctor Holding.
Testimonials
"Małecki Legal’s department stands out in the industry for its ability to adapt quickly to changing market conditions and client needs. They excel at quickly resolving complex legal issues and providing practical solutions that comply with business realities. They have extensive knowledge and experience in complex M&A transactions, including due diligence, deal structuring and negotiation. They effectively navigate the international legal and regulatory environment." (M&A Client)
"They are dynamic, business-oriented, and dedicated to delivering real added value to their clients. Their extensive legal expertise, coupled with a thorough understanding of M&A industry trends, positions them to offer highly specialized and forward-thinking advice. This unique combination ensures that their clients receive not only sound legal counsel but also strategic insights." (M&A Client)
"Małecki Legal team has an in-depth legal knowledge and understanding of complexities within their field of expertise (corporate and M&A). They also have a good business understanding, which allows them to effectively advise clients on commercial implications of their legal decisions." (M&A Client)
“Reasonable quality vs price relation, and impressive responsiveness.” (M&A Client)
“They have complex transactional knowledge. They are skilled negotiators, capable of structuring deals in a way that balances interests and achieves favorable terms for their clients. They excel at resolving conflicts and overcoming obstacles that can arise during negotiations, ensuring smooth progress towards closing a deal.” (M&A Client)
“Małecki Legal team is collaborative and knowledgeable. Their expertise in their field (corporate and M&A) is top-notch and they have a deep understanding of the legal and business landscape. Their team is dynamic, responsive and adapting to the evolving needs of the transactional projects. I am impressed with the growth of the team and the acquisition of new talent/experts and the expansion of the business, including, for example, tax.” (M&A Client)
“Their proactive approach and commitment to my interests have solidified our partnership, making them an indispensable asset in all my M&A activities. I am highly impressed by Leszek and his team's deep understanding of our business operations and their industry expertise. They have demonstrated exceptional skill in crafting practical and effective legal strategies that align perfectly with our unique business needs and objectives. Their ability to offer customized legal solutions has been invaluable in navigating the complexities of M&A.” (M&A Client)
“Małecki Legal has extensive knowledge and experience in handling complex transactional and corporate matters. We appreciate their understanding of the business, their professional/confident approach to resolving potential issues/conflicts, and their ability to assess risk from multiple perspectives (legal, tax, regulatory). The Małecki Legal team proactively provides timely information and resolves any arising issues, ensuring smooth progress throughout the transaction process. They are always available for meetings, phone calls and consultations, especially at critical stages of a transaction. Their communication is clear, precise and tailored to our needs.” (M&A Client)
“The service is top notch. Very hands-on, excellent team.” (M&A Client)
“Very diligent, good communicator.” - Leszek Małecki, Firm Partner
“Leszek Małecki consistently delivers outstanding service, characterized by his deep expertise in complex transactions and strategic insight. He is highly responsive, ensuring all our queries are addressed promptly, and he communicates clearly, keeping us informed at every stage of the process. Leszek’s attention to detail and proactive approach in identifying potential risks and opportunities have been invaluable in navigating our deals. His dedication and professionalism make him a trusted advisor and an integral part of our success in these transactions.” - Leszek Małecki, Firm Partner
“Leszek is a trusted advisor who brings extensive knowledge and experience in M&A, understanding the complexities of each deal and offering strategic and long-term guidance. He works effectively with other lawyers, financial advisors and specialists to provide comprehensive support.” - Leszek Małecki, Firm Partner
“In addition to his outstanding transactional skills, Leszek Małecki has a unique ability to work closely with advisors and clients alike in a professional and respectful manner, making the process of completing deals more efficient. He is also a good communicator who is able to distill complex legal concepts into language that clients can understand.” - Leszek Małecki, Firm Partner
“Leszek is highly organized and able to manage multiple transactions simultaneously without compromising on quality. He has exceptional legal knowledge complemented by strong business focus, so he was able to provide truly strategic and useful advice. He is highly motivated, client oriented and has excellent analytical and communication skills. Leszek is a demanding negotiator who brings a meticulous and assertive approach to every transaction.” - Leszek Małecki, Firm Partner
“Leszek Małecki is a reliable and professional M&A lawyer, and I treat Leszek as my trusted advisor. He has very good knowledge of corporate and M&A projects which gives confidence in the advice he and his team provide. His talent for fostering positive relationships between parties adds significant value. In addition to his transactional and personal skills, I perceive Leszek Małecki as a very good manager. He is able to lead his team effectively, delegate tasks, and keep his team working towards a common goal.” - Leszek Małecki, Firm Partner
“In addition to his outstanding transactional skills, Leszek Małecki has a unique ability to work closely with advisors and clients alike in a professional and respectful manner, making the process of completing deals more efficient. He has the ability to negotiate favorable terms for clients, balancing assertiveness with diplomacy. He is skilled in identifying key issues, understanding the priorities of all parties, and finding mutually acceptable solutions. What is more, Leszek possesses a deep understanding of business principles and the strategic goals behind M&A transactions. He is also clear in explaining complex legal concepts and their implications to clients, who may not have a legal background.” - Leszek Małecki, Firm Partner
“Leszek Małecki stands out as a trusted advisor, having in-depth knowledge and extensive experience in M&A. His deep understanding of the intricacies involved in each transaction allows him to provide strategic insights and long-term guidance. He ensures smooth execution of the deal and also anticipates challenges and opportunities, thereby enabling clients to make informed decisions that align with their long-term business goals. His reputation as a reliable and knowledgeable M&A advisor underscores his commitment to providing the highest level of legal services.” - Leszek Małecki, Firm Partner
“Very responsive, business orientated, deal maker.” - Leszek Małecki, Firm Partner
Key clients
Brand New Galaxy, Galanto Holdings Co, Home Doctor, Kulczyk Investments and Nais.
MFW Fiałek
MFW Fiałek is a transactional boutique law firm stablished in 2014. The firm has its offices in Warsaw. The firm has a team of legal experts with strong experience in providing high-level specialised legal advice to local and international clients. The deal team is led by managing partner Mirosław Fiałek.
The firm specializes in M&A and private equity transactions. It often advises portfolio of companies and private equity funds on M&A transactions in Poland and is experienced in public M&A.
Highlights
The firm advised Develia on its joint venture with investment funds managed by TFI Rockbridge, Derby Investments and a group of individual investors.
The firm also advised Takoni on its acquisition of 100% shares in Metkom Król and SW Armatura.
The firm advised Bioproten on the acquisition of 100% shares of Bioproten by ENERIS BIO.
The firm also advised P4
on its acquisition of 51% shares in Phobos Grupa Taurus.
Key clients
Bioproten, Play, Scanmed, Solita and Takoni.
Testimonials
"Commitment to work, flexibility in approach to customer needs and direct contact." (M&A Client)
"MFW Fiałek Team demonstrated experience, commitment and the ability to efficiently manage the project regarding the legal issues of the Transaction. The Law Firm's Team demonstrated a high level of professionalism, flexibility and positive energy. Thanks to their full understanding of our business needs/ requirements and their ability to adapt to the specifics of the tech industry, the cooperation was extremely effective." (Private Equity Client)
"Very responsive and accurate advice. Excellent friendly people." (Private Equity Client)
“Responsive and nice.” - Mirosław
Fiałek, Firm Partner
Prof Wierzbowski & Partners
Prof Wierzbowski & Partners is a Polish law firm established in 2004 by Professor Marek Wierzbowski, a professor at Warsaw University and former partner of Weil and Linklaters. The firm has its offices in Warsaw. The Law Firm is a partner of SEG MAR and SEG ISR of the Reporting Standards Foundation.
The firm has a focus on equity capital markets, M&A and power project development.
Highlights
The firm advised Digital Academy on its acquisition of shares.
Testimonials
“They provided fast and accurate advice.” (Financial services regulatory Client)
“Very good understanding of clients' needs.” - Slawomir Jakszuk, Firm Partner
Key clients
GPM Vindexus, Grupa Azoty, Grupa Kęty, Orlen and Stalexport Autostrady.
A&O Shearman
The multi-national law firm A&O Shearman established its Warsaw office in 1991. The firm has a team of more than 60 legal professionals in Warsaw advising both domestic and international clients on notable financial and corporate transactions. A&O Shearman Warsaw office is mostly known for its exceptional capabilities in advising on banking, debt and equity capital markets, M&A, project development and project financing transactions across a wide range of industry sectors.
act legal Poland
Bieniak Smołuch Wielhorski Wojnar i Partnerzy, branded as act BSWW legal & tax, is a Polish law firm. The firm is led by five managing partners and is based in Warsaw.
The firm is active in banking,
debt capital markets and M&A. The firm works with companies operating in diverse industry sectors with a
strong focus on
automotive, rail, aviation and healthcare sectors.
Key clients of the firm include
Boryszew Group, Capgemini,
Buma Group, CLN Group,
Curtis Group, Adventum International, Pekao TFI, Credit Value Investments, Dekpol, Green House Development, i2 Development, Michael/Ström Dom
Maklerski, Moderna Holding and 7R.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“Very responsive, hands-on attitude, large staff, wide expertise. We can always rely on their solution-oriented approach in our transactions.”
“Customer support from the very beginning of the project, knowledge in many areas of law, individual approach to each project, non-standard solutions, commitment and availability of professionals.”
Addleshaw Goddard
Linklaters C
Wiśniewski is the Polish presence of international law firm Linklaters.
Linklaters international law firm
has 515 partners in 21 countries and is led by firm-wide managing partner Paul Lewis.
The firm has a strong practice in banking and M&A, achieving top-tier status in Poland in these areas.
In banking and finance, key clients of the firm include European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, BNP Paribas Bank Polska, Tauron Polska
Energia, MOL, ECE European Prime Shopping Centre Fund II, EPP,
Powszechna Kasa Oszczędności Bank Polski, ING Bank
Śląski, Santander Bank Polska and Bank
Pekao.
In capital markets, key clients of the firm include Alior Bank, AmRest Holdings, Bain Capital Credit, Echo Investment, Engie,
Glamox,
Globalworth Poland Real Estate, Hines, ING Bank
Śląski and
Mirova.
In M&A, key clients of the firm include Ares Management, Bain Capital Credit, Celsa
Huta Ostrowiec,
Engie,
Glamox, ING Bank
Śląski, Interxion,
Logoplaste, Lux Med/BUPA and Mid Europa Partners.
In project development, key clients of the firm include Fluxys Deutschland,
Mirova, Meridiam and
Urbaser, PKP PLK, E.ON, EBRD, BNP Paribas, Marguerite Fund, PD Co and Nordex.
B2RLAW
B2RLAW is a law firm in Poland formed through the merger of the law firms, JSLegal Jankowski,
Stroiński i Partnerzy and Zięba & Partners in 2020. The firm has offices in Warsaw, Krakow and Katowice.
The firm is active in M&A as well as infrastructure and power project development. The firm regularly advises key players in the technology industry in Poland and wider CEE.
Key clients of the firm include Orrick, Herrington & Sutcliffe, Shoosmiths, Withers,
Marriott Harrison, Johnson Matthey, SuperScale, Barings BDC, PKO VC
- Fizan, US-Polish Trade Council, Acquinex,
Fidiasz EVC and
bValue.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“Technical excellence, responsiveness and commerciality.”
“Very professional team, they managed very hard negotiations with the seller side.”
Baker McKenzie Krzyżowski i Wspólnicy
Baker McKenzie
Krzyzowski is the Polish presence of the international law firm Baker McKenzie. The firm in Poland was established in 1992 and currently employs
more than 90 lawyers. The firm is led by Piotr Rawski and is based in Warsaw.
Baker McKenzie is a multinational law firm founded in 1949, it has 77 offices in 46 countries.
The firm has a focus on debt capital markets, M&A, infrastructure and power project development and project finance.
In banking, key clients of the firm include Grupa Lotos, PKN
Orlen, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, Electrum, Mashav Energia/Potęgowo Mashav, Santander Bank Polska, BNP Paribas, Bank
Pekao and Alior Bank.
In capital markets, key clients of the firm include Bank Pekao, PKO BP, Trigon Brokerage House, BNP Paribas, Santander,
mBank and Michael/Ström.
In M&A, key clients of the firm include Ecolab, Embracer,
Icona Securitization Opportunities Group,
PKN Orlen, GSK, Snowflake, Iberdrola,
Flügger Group,
PineBridge New Europe Partners II and
Gi Group.
In restructuring and insolvency, key clients of the firm include European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, Santander Bank Polska, Alior Bank, Powszechna Kasa
Oszczędności Bank Polski, Hewlett Packard Enterprise Polska, GRI Renewable Industries and OT Logistics.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“Timely delivery of agreed tasks, broad expertise, ready to deliver services in a short time period, very patient and always available to discuss issues, allows business to decide on business matters (does not insist on provisions that
the business consciously says are not
‘must have’).”
“In-depth knowledge of the Polish DCM. Always ready to provide advice
at development stage. Their availability is of huge importance.”
Bird & Bird Koremba Dziedzic i Wspólnicy
Bird & Bird Koremba Dziedzic i Wspólnicy
is the Polish presence of the international law firm Bird & Bird. The office is led by Marta Koremba and Rafal Dziedzic, who are Co-Managing Partners
based in Warsaw.
The firm has a focus on banking and power project development and is also very active in M&A. In M&A, the firm advises on acquisitions, sales, joint ventures and corporate restructurings across a plethora of industry sectors include technology, energy, healthcare and transport.
In banking, key clients of the firm include mBank Hipoteczny, Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego, ING Bank Śląski, DNB Bank Polska, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development,
Energa,
Kreos Capital, Marguerite,
Mediocredito Italiano and Natixis.
In M&A, key clients of the firm include Obton, Panasonic, PKN
Orlen, Verizon Connect,
Canadian Solar, Private Venture Partners, Eleven Sports Network,
Qliktech UK,
Belvar, Lexmark International Technology, Verizon (Fleetmatics), Columbia Sportswear International, Unisys Polska and TomTom Telematics.
In project development, key clients of the firm include Exeter Property Group Europe, Raiffeisen
Immobilien Kapitalanlage-Gesellschaft, Alab Inwestycje and
Wildberries.
BSJP Brockhuis Jurczak Prusak Sroka Nilsson
BSJP
Brockhuis Jurczak Prusak Sroka Nilsson is a Polish law firm established in 2001. The firm has more than
70 specialist lawyers, tax
advisers, patent attorneys and auditors and has offices in
Gdańsk, Katowice,
Poznań and Warsaw.
The firm has a focus on banking and is also very active in M&A. The firm does many share transfer transactions across several sectors including technology, energy and real estate.
Key clients of the firm include
Alliando,
Aricoma Group,
Sabowind,
European Energy, Mega Wind, No Fluff Jobs,
Nethansa, PNE,
Siłownie Wiatrowe Development and WindCom.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“Professional knowledge; and fast feedback.”
CDZ Chajec i Wspólnicy
Based in Warsaw, CDZ - Chajec Don-Siemion & Zyto
is aPolish law firm that offers a broad range of services, including corporate and M&A, capital markets, restructuring and insolvency, project finance and more. It’s part of the international network Interlaw which has presence in EMEA, the Americas and Asia.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm focuses on domestic and international M&A projects.
Key clients
The firm’s clients list includes Orphinic Scientific, Sunningwell International and
Yazamco Poland.
Research period review: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
The firm has been active in corporate and M&A projects advising joint-venture partners and investors on acquisitions in healthcare, food production and energy industries.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
M&A
"High professionalism, proactivity, holistic approach, leading the process."
"They navigated us through the whole process - from NDA, through due diligence to the conclusion of the final agreement and further registration. Great partner for the complete M&A process."
"Covering the whole spectrum of contracts and - generally speaking - the transaction. Strong experience in the topic. Approachability and ability to listen customer's expectations."
Szymon Skiendzielewski
"Highly professional with depth of theoretical and practical knowledge of legal topics; great communication skills, accepts different points of view and needs, and does his best to address those in a constructive manner."
"Highly professional, great communicator, proactive, excellent manners."
"In-depth knowledge of the topic; receptive; great communication skills; solution oriented."
Clifford Chance
Clifford Chance Janicka Krużewski Namiotkiewicz is the Polish presence of the international law firm Clifford Chance. The firm opened in Poland in 1992 and is based in Warsaw where they have
more than 110 lawyers, including 11 partners.
Clifford Chance is an international law firm established through a merger in the 1980s. The firm has offices in Africa, Americas,
Asia-Pacific, Europe and the Middle East.
The firm has a strong practice in banking, debt capital markets, M&A and project finance, achieving
top-tier status in Poland for these areas.
Key clients of the firm include Allegro,
Cellnex Telecom, Coca-Cola, Tencent,
European Investment Bank, Santander Bank, PKN
Orlen, Deutsche Bank, Goldman Sachs, Bank Pekao,
Axa, BNP Paribas Bank Polska, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development and Cerrad.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“CC provides a comprehensive service at a
high level. Very efficient, diligent and on time. Meets all high standards of an international law firm.”
“Good communication, prompt action, thoughtful and relevant advice, good value in Poland.”
CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang Pośniak i Bejm
CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang
Pośniak i Bejm is the Polish arm of international firm CMS, which has 70 offices worldwide. The Warsaw branch was established in 1995 and now employs more than 90 lawyers, including 26 partners.
The firm has a focus on project finance as well as power and infrastructure project development, achieving top-tier status in Poland for
each of them. The firm also advises on M&A and private equity transactions, especially
for the renewable energy sector.
The firm’s key clients include Advent International, Mid Europa Partners, Abris Capital Partners, Montagu Private Equity,
Erste Group Bank,
Raiffeisenlandesbank, Bank Pekao, European Investment Bank,
Fundusz Inwestycji Samorządowych (Local Government Investment Fund) and private equity groups like Macquarie's portfolio company Green Investment Group and CEE Equity Partners.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“CMS
is able to propose reasonable legal conclusions while responding to its client's expectations. CMS remains focused and committed to helping its business partners achieve the outcomes they seek.”
“We very much appreciate firm's innovative approach to navigating the deal, and the negotiations phase in particular. We value their know-how, professional judgement, business approach and clear communication. Personality of key members of the team is also a big plus.”
Czabański Gałuszyński
Czabański Gałuszyński & Partners is an independent Polish law firm established in 2015 and based in Warsaw.
The firm is
specialised in advising clients on
M&A, banking, financing and restructuring.
The firm’s key clients include Crescent Group, GLAS, Franklin Templeton Investments, Aion, Right Power, Santander Bank Polska, Bank Handlowy w Warszawie, Latham & Watkins,
Advokatfirman Cederquist, Fried Frank Harris Shriver & Jacobson, Mannheimer
Swartling Advokatbyrå, Reed Smith and Taylor Wessing Partnerschaftgessellschaft.
DeBenedetti Majewski Szcześniak
Established in 2005, DeBenedetti Majewski Szczesniak is a corporate boutique based in Warsaw.The firm employs 20 lawyers, six of whom are partners. It is a member of legal network Globalaw which is present in 85 countries.
Focusses / specialisms
When it comes to transactions, the firm focuses on M&A and has expertise within the insurance and renewable energy sectors.
Key clients
Among the clients of the firm are
Vienna Insurance Group Wiener Versicherung Gruppe, VIG Poland, Compensa TuNŻ, Nelson Global Products, Relativity, BCD Travel, Fidera Master, Rgreen Invest, Inetum, Southern Spars UK and Qair.
Research period review: 32nd edition (2021 / 2022)
During the research period the firm has been active mostly in corporate and M&A transactions, and in an acquisition financing. It has represented mainly acquirers in acquisitions in insurance, manufacturing, TMT, financial services, tourism, and energy.
Deal highlights: 32nd edition (2021 / 2022)
Compensa TuNŻ €1.5 million acquisition of Compensa Dystrybucja
Inetum €14.2 million acquisition of
JCommerce
Nelson Global Products €37 million acquisition of Tru – Flex
Silver Lake €3.6 billion investment in Relativity
Vienna Insurance Group Wiener Versicherung Gruppe €830 million assets acquisition of Aegon
VIG Poland €2.5 million acquisotion of
IT IS
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2021 / 2022)
M&A
"In-depth industry knowledge, highly experienced in corporate/M&A with a focus on the financial sector; professional approach; quick response time; hands-on mentality; strong practical approach; solution-oriented."
"Prompt and clear commercial advice provided in a manner easy to understand and implement."
Private equity
"The particularity of the proposed solutions, inquisitiveness in search of inconsistencies."
Bartosz Bagienski
"Excellent communication skills, highly experienced, business-oriented approach, also excellent economic skills, professional time management."
David DeBenedetti
"Experienced international lawyer with a solid approach to commercial needs."
Magdalena Małocha
"Magdalena Małocha is a very meticulous lawyer who notices potential risks. She is fully committed to answering all enquiries and explaining all doubts in a very detailed way. Thanks to her commitment, our organization could always count on her."
Deloitte Legal
Deloitte Legal is the Polish presence of Deloitte Legal
has more than
2,500 legal professionals in about 83 countries.
The firm has a focus on banking and equity capital markets. The banking team is active in both financing and regulatory banking. The firm’s industry sector strengths are energy, real estate,
FMCG, banks and financial institutions
In banking, key clients of the firm include PKO BP, Mercedes-Benz Bank Polska, Santander Bank Polska, Santander Consumer Bank, Credit Agricole Bank Polska, mBank,
mBank Hipoteczny, Alior Bank, Bank of China (Luxembourg) Poland Branch and ING Bank Śląski.
In capital markets, key clients of the firm include Rafał Brzoska, Scope Fluidics, mBank, CD
Projekt, Chatham Financial, Haitong Bank, Pelion, Vortex Energy and Ronson Development.
In M&A, key clients of the firm include Unilever Polska, JSW Innowacje, PZU,
Synerise, CIC Corporate Finance, HAG Asset Management, Pelion, Scope
Fluidics,
Fedex, Rafał Brzoska and
Zupe.
In project finance, key clients of the firm include COMSA, Colas, Intertoll, Bank Polska Kasa Opieki and Santander Bank Polska.
Dentons Europe Dąbrowski i Wspólnicy
Dentons Europe Dąbrowski & Partners is the Polish presence of the international law firm Dentons. The office is led by managing partner Arkadiusz
Krasnodębski and is based in Warsaw. Dentons is an international law firm with
about 20,000 professionals, including 12,000 lawyers, in more than 200 locations in more than 80 countries.
The firm has a strong practice in M&A and infrastructure and power project development, achieving top-tier status in Poland for all three of these areas. The firm is also active in banking, where it advises on acquisition finance, asset finance and project finance, among other areas.
In banking, key clients of the firm include EBRD, Santander Bank Polska, BNP Paribas Bank Polska, DNB Bank Polska,
mBank, ING Bank, Erste Bank Group, Bank
Gospodarstwa Krajowego and HB Reavis.
In M&A, key clients of the firm include Cornerstone Partners, Orbis/Accor, Geodis, Morgan Stanley, Optima Investments, Mansa Investments, Celanese Corporation, Sumitomo Corporation, Syntaxis Capital and Resource Partners.
In project development, key clients of the firm include ENEA, PGE Group, Stadler Polska, Solar Turbines, Colas and Ministry of Development Funds and Regional Policy.
In project finance, key clients of the firm include EBRD, EIB, Santander Bank Polska, BNP Paribas Bank Polska, DNB Bank Polska,
mBank, ING Bank, Erste Bank Group, EKF, Bank
Gospodarstwa Krajowego, HB Reavis and Qair.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“They did well on the local law issues, including due diligence work and lender coordination.”
Project development: Energy
“Dentons are very plugged into the market and provide commercial and pragmatic advice with a view to getting transactions completed in an efficient way.”
DLA Piper Giziński Kycia
The international law firm DLA Piper has offices in 40 countries throughout the world. In Poland, the firm has an office located in Warsaw.
The firm is active in banking,
equity and debt capital markets, M&A and project work including energy and infrastructure project developments and project finance. The firm regularly advises the
real estate, construction, energy, manufacturing,
transport and insurance industry sectors.
Notable clients of the firm include PKO Leasing, Mid Europa Partners,
Alior Bank, Bank
Gospodarstwa Krajowego, Bank Millennium, Bank Ochrony Środowiska, Bank Pekao, Berlin Hyp, BNP Paribas Bank Polska, Commerzbank, Corestate Capital Holding, Credit Agricole, Deutsche
Pfandbriefbank, Elite Partners Capital, and Erste Group Bank.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Client-oriented and dedicated team of professionals who are able to manage complicated processes and find solutions."
"Professional, fast reacting, perfect negotiation skills."
Drzewiecki Tomaszek & Partners
Drzewiecki Tomaszek & Partners
is a Polish law firm established in 1992. The firm is led by managing partners Zbigniew Drzewiecki and Andrzej Tomaszek and has offices in Warsaw, Gdynia, Krakow, Wroclaw and Poznan.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on infrastructure project development but is also very active in power project development.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Visa Europe, InPost Paczkomaty, PKN Orlen and La Mania.
DWF Poland Jamka
DWF Poland
Jamka is the Polish presence of the international law firm DWF. The Polish firm was established in 1991 and joined DWF in 2019. The firm is led by Michał Pawłowski and is based in Warsaw.
The firm has a focus on power project development. The firm is also active in banking, debt and equity capital markets, M&A and infrastructure project development.
In banking, key clients of the firm include PKO BP, Raiffeisen Bank (Polish branch),
mBank, DNB Bank Polska, CVI Dom
Maklerski, Enter Air, PFR Ventures, Uriel Inversiones, Meyra Group, IDS-BUD and Demica.
In capital markets, key clients of the firm include PKN Orlen, PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna, Integer, OT Logistics, Iron Mountain, LW Bogdanka and Rawlplug.
In M&A, key clients of the firm include Enter Air, H.I.G. Capital, Sonoco Products Company, KGAL, RWE Renewables,
Enertrag Aktiengesellschaft, i2 Development, PKO Leasing and CDRL.
In project development, key clients of the firm include Elektrownia Ostrołęka, Dobra Energia
Dla Olsztyna,
Elektrociepłownia Stalowa Wola, Veolia, ENEA, KGAL,
WPD, BayWa,
Elawan Energy and
Midroc.
In project finance, key clients of the firm include PGNiG, Tauron, PKN Orlen, LW Bogdanka,
Energa, ACS Group - Dragados,
Electren,
Polaqua, Vias y Construcciones and
Rubau.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Project development:
Energy
"Very good knowledge of not only the legal, but also practical and technical aspects of the RES
"Professional, very competent and good in client relations. Always on time and delivers accurately. Very good in transaction negotiations, understands the client and understands the other side. Balanced and on spot."
Eversheds Sutherland Poland
Eversheds Sutherland Wierzbowski
is the Polish presence of the international law firm Eversheds Sutherland. The firm in Poland is led by co-managing partners Łachowska-Brol Ewa and Szlachetka Ewa and is based in Warsaw.
Eversheds Sutherland is an international law firm with over 200 relationship firms worldwide and 74 offices in 35 countries.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on banking, M&A and power project development.
Key clients
In banking key clients of the firm include European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, Bayerische Landesbank, Siemens Bank, Alior Bank, mBank, mBank Hipoteczny, BNP Paribas Bank Polska, American Express Poland, Ghelamco and Avis Poland.
In M&A key clients of the firm include ALE Holdings, Ricoh, Cogito General Partner, SARL, Drukarnia Embe Press, Ecowater (Marmon Group), EEC Ventures, ELMO S.A., Enterex International, Geo Renewables and IGT Global Services.
In project development key clients of the firm include City of Warsaw, Veolia Group, Modertrans Poznań, LITGRID, Polskie Sieci Energetyczne S.A., Modus Asset Management, Green Energy Project, GRE Energia, Green Genius, V-Ridium Power Services and Up – Telecom.
EY Law
EY Law is the Polish presence of the international law firm of the same name. The firm has offices in Gdansk, Katowice, Krakow, Lodz,
Poznań, Warsaw and
Wrocław.
The firm has a focus on M&A work. The
M&A team advises
a diverse range of clients from various industries including
the energy,
chemical, transportation, construction, e-commerce and finance sectors, with
strong focus on the hospitality industry.
Key clients of the firm include
PKP Polskie Linie
Kolejowe, Polski Holding
Hotelowy,
Famoc,
Famoc Software, Polish realestate companies of Credit Suisse Group, Grast & MTB,
GGH PF Project 3 GGH Management, SPAR Group,
Ailleron,
Eissmann Automotive Deutschland, Credit Suisse Group, SITS, Bank Millennium, Action, PZU, Alior Bank and Nest Bank.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Very professional, responsive, seeking optimal solutions – 'out of the box'. Good price vs quality relation."
Project development: Energy
"High competences, understanding
of legal aspects
and translation to the business."
FinTaxLegal Długosz Stolarski Radcowie Prawni
FinTaxLegal Długosz Stolarski Radcowie Prawni is a Polish law firm based in Warsaw.
The firm has a focus on financial services regulatory.
Key clients of the firm include Paysafe Group, Euronet 360 Finance, Euronet Polska, Blue Media, Smartney and Polish Banks’ Association.
Client Feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)
"When it comes to positive attributes of the firm, I have to say that their professional approach, experience and creativity make it a company worth recommending. They are very flexible, well organised and are well versed in the tax law field. They are very professional, appealing, communicative and creative, which make them a pleasure to work with."
"FinTaxLegal offered us what we were looking for, ie a complex approach to all licensing issues, including business and financial planning as well as calculations of own fund requirements. The legal part was naturally covered as well. "
Financial services regulatory
"They are reliable partners and friendly people and we can always depend on them to provide high-quality content on time."
"We appreciate the input of Fintaxlegal team. They are able to assist in all payment licence documentation and help in the setting up of services so that the licence is as wide as possible with an optimal cost exposure on side of the company. "
"They were very professional. The project started with a workshop videoconference where we pitched all our ideas and Zbyszek and Konrad assisted us with selecting the regulatory model best suited for our needs and plans. Then on many occasions they provided ongoing support."
"We are very happy with our selection of FTL for BoL assignment. They know financial regulations in many EU countries, not only Poland. They also helped us designing our services so they could be used for more than one country."
"Very good knowledge of payments and PSD2 and a very good knowledge of the Polish banking industry. They are resourceful and extremely quick and always deliver high quality."
GESSEL
Gessel is a Polish law firm established in 1993. The firm is currently led by managing partner Marcin
Macieszczak and is based in Warsaw.
The firm has a focus on M&A but is also very active in equity capital markets. The firm's industry sector strengths include
technology, media and telecommunications, healthcare, energy and food and beverages.
Key clients of the firm include
Resource Partners,
DC24, Accession Capital Partners,
Columbus Energy,
SunRoof Technology,
Enterprise Investors,
Anwim,
Avallon, Black Forest, Highlander Partners, Sunfish Partners,
Lux Med, BNP Paribas, Haitong Bank, Pure Biologics and
Polwax.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Great process management, efficient and quick turnaround."
"They have been very responsive, professional and had a good sense of
the commercial aspects of the deal."
Gide Loyrette Nouel
Gide
Tokarczuk Grześkowiak is the Polish presence of international law firm Gide. The firm was established in Poland in 1991.
Gide
Loyrette Nouel is an international law firm from France established in 1920. The firm has 500 lawyers worldwide, including 100 partners, in 11 offices.
The firm has a focus on banking, debt capital markets, M&A and infrastructure project development.
In banking, key clients of the firm include Santander Bank Polska, mBank, BNP Paribas Polska,
mLeasing, ITM Polska, Orion Engineered Carbons, Sierra Gorda SCM and SGI.
In debt capital markets, key clients of the firm include European Investment Bank, Amica, Volkswagen Financial Services and Port
Lotniczy.
In M&A, key clients of the firm include Mak
Group, KGHM Polska
Miedź, Vinci Energies,
Przedsiębiorstwo Państwowe,
Seris Konsalnet, Nowy
Styl Group, Resource Partners, BPI Real Estate Poland and SGI.
In project development, key clients of the firm include KGHM Polska Miedź, Jastrzębska Spółka Węglowa, Polskie Górnictwo Naftowe i Gazownictwo,
Elektrociepłownia Stalowa Wola,
Orpea Polska, Alstom,
Poczta Polska, YIT, Nexity and P3 Logistics Park.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Robust knowledge of M&A legal services, deep understanding of negotiations process, solutions provider."
Project development: Mining
"Great attention to detail, flexibility to work and understand the client's business and foreign legislation."
Grant Thornton Legal Maślanko Kancelaria Prawna
Grant Thornton Frackowiak is the Polish presence of the international law firm Grant Thornton. The firm was established in Poland in 1993, is led by managing partner and CEO Tomasz Wroblewski and employ 700 people in seven offices throughout Poland.
Grant Thornton is an international law firm with 58,000 people across 135 countries.
The firm has a focus on M&A work.
Key clients of the firm include New Balance, Culligan Water Group, Warema Renkhoff, “Euro-industry”, Karuzela holding Sp, Agrifirm polska Sp, Axpo polska Sp, Bureau Veritas Polska S, Visan industrias Zootecnicas and Terlan.
Client Feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)
"Very responsive in complicated deal. Subject-matter expertise. Worked well in explaining Polish law to us. Cost-effective."
"Professionals in terms of content and form. Proactive and flexible approach and attitude. Out-of-the-box solutions."
"Dedicated team of professionals - high expertise - flexible approach to our needs, ie open discussions."
"GT provided excellent team, very engaged and experienced in international transactions. They gave us great support during whole process of negotiations till closing itself."
"Local knowledge and help in negotiating within the bounds of local culture. Quick and efficient."
"Very responsive, competitive offer, very flexible, very good contact, high expertise in the field, very good negotiation skills. Thanks to them, the critical issues for us were introduced to the contract prepared by the other party, they pointed out very important things. The tax department helped us identify the tax risks and was very helpful as well."
"Commitment, professionalism, well experienced firm."
Greenberg Traurig Nowakowska-Zimoch Wysokiński
Greenberg Traurig Grzesiak is the Polish presence of international law firm Greenberg Traurig. The firm in Poland is currently led by managing partner Jarosław Grzesiak and is based in Warsaw.
Greenberg Traurig is an international law firm established in Florida in 1967. The firm has 2,300 lawyers operating in 40 locations on
three continents.
The firm has achieved top-tier status in Poland for their equity capital markets and M&A work. The firm’s banking and finance practice is also very active
in the Polish market, where it has in recent years advised on transactional and regulatory banking.
The firm is known for its strong participation in the media, technology and venture capital industry sectors.
In banking, key clients of the firm include Crédit Agricole Bank, Tele-Fonika Kable, Robyg, Goldman Sachs, Bank Pekao, BNP Paribas, Société Générale,
Cyfrowy Polsat/Polkomtel, Innova and
mLeasing
In capital markets, key clients of the firm include Goldman Sachs International, CCC, Wood & Co, Wing Group, Morgan Stanley,
Cyfrowy Polsat, Barclays Bank, People Can Fly, BofA Securities, Citi and UBS.
In M&A, key clients of the firm include Cyfrowy Polsat Group, CVC Capital Partners, Innova Capital, Abris Capital Partners, Agora, Oanda Global Corporation, Partners Group,
Wing Group, Madison International Realty, GLP and Adecco Group.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“GT Lawyers have deep knowledge
on industry, transactions and all their legal aspects. They are fully informed about
a quickly changing legal environment and all its changes’ consequences.”
“Strong quality of legal advice, experienced in commercial aspects, pragmatic approach to problem solving, with solid drafting and disciplined negotiation process.”
GSW Legal - Grabarek Szalc i Wspólnicy
GSW Legal is a Polish law firm established in 2011.
The firm is led by managing partners Tomasz Grabarek and Rafał Szalc and has office in Warsaw.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in M&A.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include iPOS, Orbitvu, BSD Growth Fund, Capital Partners, Up Energy, Exinet Trading, MTTC Poland, Bewood, Automet Group and Globe Travel Services Poland.
Kochański & Partners
Kochański & Partners is a Polish law firm established in 1998. The firm is led by managing partner Piotr
Kochański and has offices in Kraków and Warsaw.
The firm has a focus on banking, M&A and power project development.
In banking, key clients of the firm include PKO Bank, Barclays Bank, Lloyds Bank, HSBC Bank, Royal Bank of Scotland,
CaixaBank, JP Morgan, Alior Bank, Idea Bank and Bank
Pekao.
In M&A, key clients of the firm include AccorInvest Group, Johnson Matthey,
Oxenwood Real Estate (UK), Griffin Real Estate,
Formaster, One Peak Partners,
iTaxi, Ferro Corporation, Knapp and State Street Global Advisors.
In project development, key clients of the firm include Bögl a
Krysl, Johnson Matthey,
Polskie Sieci Energetyczne, Gaz-System, CEE Equity Partners, Orange, PKN Orlen,
Parkwind, Air Products and Northvolt.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
Financial services regulatory
"Highly responsive, clear thinking in face of significant complexity and opacity, courage of their convictions and tenacity."
"Full commitment and ability to meet even the most demanding deadlines. Professional team with great approach."
Krassowski
Krassowski is a Polish law firm based in Warsaw.
The firm has a focus on M&A.
Key clients of the firm include
Aforti Holding,
Bielenda Kosmetyki Naturalne, Black Lion Fund, CD Projekt,
Diagnostyka,
Hartenberg Capital, Innova Capital, Lux Med,
Maczfit,
Multikino and Nicator.
KRW Legal
KRW Legal is a Polish law firm established in 2015. The firm is led by managing partner Krzysztof Rożko and is based in Warsaw.
The firm is active in equity capital markets and M&A.
Key clients of the firm include Vitama, Medicofarma, Venture Fiz, all In! Games, Łukasz Górskiblack Swan and Render Cube.
Client Feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)
Investment funds: Private equity funds
"Responsiveness, deep knowledge."
"Very professional, detailed knowledge on both private and public money subjects."
Krzysztof Rożko i Wspólnicy Kancelaria Prawna
Krzysztof
Rożko i Wspólnicy Kancelaria Prawna is a Polish law firm led by Krzysztof
Rożko and
based in
Warsaw.
The firm has a particular focus on
equity capital markets.
Key clients of the firm include Vitama,
Medicofarma Biotech, Venture
Fiz, Render Cube,
Poltreg and GPW Private Market.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Full commitment,
complete
support, professional, great knowledge."
"Experience, flexibility, quick response."
KWKR Konieczny Wierzbicki and Partners
KWKR Konieczny
Wierzbicki and Partners is a Polish law firm based in
Kraków and Warsaw.
The firm has a particular focus on
M&A.
Key clients of the firm include Ailleron Group, Nextbank Software,
Miquido, PFR, PARP,
Hashiona,
Norlys Group,
Eurohit,
Sygnis New Technologies and
Nouvelles Energies.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Professional approach, ownership, excellent service, legal expertise."
"Reliability, diligence, punctuality. KWKR is aware of the dynamics of a deep technology
startup and potential sudden deadlines in processing various cases, which is why they are flexible. They always try to look at the big picture of the entire company and how certain documents or records affect other obligations and contracts."
Kycia Legal
Kycia Legal is a Polish law firm established in 2011 and based in Warsaw.
The firm has a focus on banking.
Key clients of the firm include White Star Real Estate Group, Bank Polska
Kasa Opieki, Bank
Gospodarstwa Krajowego, BNP Paribas Bank Polska, mBank, Bank Millennium and Santander Bank Polska.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Very flexible local law firm which provides comprehensive,
high-quality legal services and offer very attractive fees
– especially for smaller transactions."
"Kycia Legal is a very well organised boutique law firm having broad experience in project finance."
LSW Bieńkowski Laskowski Leśnodorski Melzacki i Wspólnicy sp.k.
LSW
Leśnodorski Ślusarek & Partners is a
Polish law firm
founded in 1998 and
based in
Katowice and Warsaw.
The firm has a particular focus on
M&A.
NGL Legal
NGL
Wiater is a Polish law firm established in 2018. The firm is led by managing partner Krzysztof Wiater and has offices in Warsaw and
Poznań.
The firm has a focus on power project development and project finance.
In banking, key clients of the firm include DNB Bank Polska, La Caixa, NatWest Markets,
Powszechna Kasa Oszczędności Bank Polski, Bank Polska
Kasa Opieki, Santander Bank Polska, City of Warsaw and The Green Organic Dutchman Holdings.
In M&A, key clients of the firm include Alior Bank, ATM, Egeria, Elektrobudowa,
Enea,
FixMap, Innova Capital, KGAL Group, KGHM Polska
Miedź and KPMG.
In project development, key clients of the firm include AmeriGas Polska, DKV Euro Service, EDP
Energia Polska,
Enea Trading,
Gepol Dystrybucja,
Grimscot, KGAL, Operator
Gazociągów Przesyłowych Gaz-System, PGE Baltica and PGE
Energia Odnawialna.
Norton Rose Fulbright Dyczkowski and Partners, LP
Norton Rose Fulbright Piotr Strawa and Partners
is the Polish presence of international law firm Norton Rose. The firm is led by Grzegorz Dyczkowski and is based in Warsaw.
Norton Rose Fulbright is an international business law firm with more than 3700 lawyers and other legal staff working across Europe, the United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a strong practice in banking and project finance where the firm has achieved top tier status in Poland.
Key clients
In banking key clients of the firm include BNP Paribas Bank Polska, Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego, Bank Polska Kasa Opieki, Bank of China – Polish branch, Commerzbank Group (local entity: mBank), HSBC Group, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China – Polish Branch, ING Group (local entity: ING Bank Śląski), LOT Polish Airlines and PKO Bank Polski.
In debt capital markets key clients of the firm include HSBC Bank, Deutsche Bank, Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank, Polskie Linie Lotnicze, JP Morgan Securities, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, TAURON Polska Energia, Goldman Sachs, Greenyard and Oriflame Poland.
In M&A key clients of the firm include Amicus Therapeutics, Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego, Bayer, Benefit Systems, Bioplan Europe, Bioventus, Cathay Pacific Airways, CEE Equity Partners, Dot2Dot and Domestic & General Group.
In project development key clients of the firm include Aquila Capital Management, Allianz Capital Partners, Enel Green Power, TFI Energia, R.Power, PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna and PGE Energia Odnawialna.
In project finance key clients of the firm include BlackRock, Allianz Capital Partners, Aquila Capital Management, PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna, PGE Energia Odnawialna, Tauron Polska Energia, Bank Polska Kasa Opieki, mBank, Santander Bank Polska and DNB Bank Polska.
Client Feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)
Bank lending: Lender side
"Professional - responsive - dedicated."
"Competent, experienced lawyers, they also take care of the transaction and analyse all potential risks for the bank."
Banking and finance
"The team is knowledgeable, always proactive, technically very sound, thinks ahead to resolve issues and top of the market in their jurisdiction."
Investment funds
"Quick, reactive, pragmatic, available and precise"
M&A
"Well connected, good renewable energy knowledge and context."
Project development: Energy
"Availability. Knowledge of regulatory framework. M&A."
Osborne Clarke Olkiewicz Świerzewski i Wspólnicy
MDDP
Olkiewicz & Partners was established in 2004. The firm is based in Warsaw.
The firm is active in M&A.
Key clients of the firm include Griffin, Capital Park,
Apsys, SUSI Partners,
Amhola, Scania Finance,
IngramMicro, Lindt and
Penteris
Penteris is a Polish law firm established in 2001. The firm is led by managing partner Agnieszka
Pytlas and is based in Warsaw.
The firm has a focus on banking work.
Key clients of the firm include Svenska Handelsbanken, Apollo-Rida, RIDA Development Corporation, Ares Management, Octava Property Trust, Plukon Food Group, Abris Capital Partners,
Alumetal, K2 Internet and Electronic Control Systems.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Experience, knowledge and involvement."
"They have proven and in-depth knowledge of the local corporate requirements, they are very accessible, diligent and dependable when it comes to our company’s legal needs. Their response times and professionalism have been and will continue to be an asset to our company."
Peterka & Partners
Peterka & Partners is the Polish presence of the
international law firm of the same name. The firm in Poland is led by
Płoskowicz Dorota and
Siwińska Agnieszka and is based in Warsaw.
Peterka & Partners is an international law firm established in 2000 in the Czech Republic and which has nine offices in Central and
Eastern Europe.
The firm has a focus on M&A.
Key clients of the firm include WOLT Polska,
Fraikin,
Atalian Poland,
Recticel, Centre Lane Partners, NKT and
EkoCarbo-Julia.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Well organised and very helpful. Hit a very challenging timetable."
Porwisz & Partnerzy
Porwisz & Partnerzy is a Polish law firm established in 2000. The firm is led by managing partner Tomasz Rytlewski and has offices in
Kraków, Warsaw and Gliwice.
The firm has a focus on M&A.
Key clients of the firm include Tauron Group, RMF FM Group, OSHEE and Intersnack Poland.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
Project development: Energy
"Creative solutions, good ideas, polite and respectful communication."
Radzikowski Szubielska i Wspólnicy
Radzikowski
Szubielska & Partners is a Polish law firm established in 1990 by Dr Gabriel Wujek. The firm is based in Warsaw.
The firm has a focus on power project development but is also very active in infrastructure project development and project finance.
Key clients of the firm include
Engie, Innogy, Baltic Power, Santander Bank Polska and ZPUE.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Experience of its lawyers and their approach to clients. High quality, done on time and has the expected results and the most important: proactive approach to topics!"
Project development: Energy
"Proactive approach and understanding
of the energy market and our business."
RKKW – KWAŚNICKI, WRÓBEL & Partners
Polish law firm, RKKW
- Kwaśnicki,
Wróbel & Partners was established in 2009. The firm is led by senior partners Radoslaw Kwaśnicki and Krzysztof Wróbel, who are president
and vice president
respectively of the firm’s management board, and
it is based in Warsaw.
The firm is active in equity capital markets and M&A.
Key clients of the firm include
Drutex,
PGNiG Ventures,
Estater,
Omikron 2 and Lorentz Tech.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"RKKW is very focused on identifying client needs and works effectively in all areas that need to be taken care of. RKKW sometimes proposes non-standard solutions, but always reaching the intended goal."
"RKKW is
characterised
by very good identification of the
client's needs and conducting activities according to
a strategy focusing on key areas for the
client. RKKW is a pro-business law firm. In connection with the services it provides, RKKW also uses unconventional activities, which due to their pioneering nature are an advantage over the competition."
Rymarz Zdort Maruta
Rymarz Zdort is a Polish law firm based in
Warsaw.
The firm has a
particular focus on equity
capital markets, M&A and project development: power achieving tier 1 status for all three areas.
Key clients of the firm include JP Morgan, Murapol,
Pekao Investment Banking, Pepco Group, PGE Polska
Grupa Energetyczna,
Polski Bank
Komorek Macierzystych, Ten Square Games,
Alseva, APG and Bank
Pekao.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Comprehensiveness, responsiveness."
"Deep knowledge of capital markets."
Schoenherr Attorneys at Law
Schoenherr
Stangl Lutz is the Polish presence of the international firm Schoenherr. The firm in Poland is led by managing partner Pawel Halwa and is based in Warsaw.
Schoenherr is an international law firm established in 1950 which is based in Central and Eastern Europe, operating in 14 countries.
The firm has a focus on debt capital markets and M&A but is also very active in banking.
Key clients of the firm include
Citi Group, Royal Bank of Canada,
WepaHygieneprodukte and
Profine.
SDZLEGAL Schindhelm - Schampera Dubis Zajac & Partners
SDZLEGAL
Schindhelm -
SchamperaDubis Zajac & Partners is a Polish law firm based in
Gliwice, Warsaw and
Wrocław.
The firm has a particular focus on M&A.
Key clients of the firm include Capchem Poland, Faurecia Legnica,
Saleor,
Neosell,
Mahle, Hitachi
Astemo Poland,
Piwik PRO,
Instal-Filter
Przemysłowe Systemy Ochrony Powietrza and Clearcode Services.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"They have essential knowledge about M&A transactions. Always well prepared and ready to help. Lawyers from SDZLEGAL Schindhelm are able to solve the most complicated issues."
"Our company has been working with SDZLEGAL for several years. We have received very positive feedback from SDZLEGAL, they have a
very good business approach and are very helpful."
Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak
Sołtysiński Kawecki &
Szlęzak is a Polish law firm established in 1991. The firm is led by managing partner Robert
Gawałkiewicz and has offices in Katowice,
Wrocław,
Poznań and Warsaw.
The firm has a focus on M&A.
Key clients of the firm include Goldman Sachs International,
Ciech, Iliad Group, FCA Group, PKO BP, Bank
Gospodarstwa Krajowego, FCA Bank, Toyota Bank, Polish Bank
Association and Citi.
Client
feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Very knowledgeable, proactive and responsive. And very balanced and assertive in negotiation of claims settlement."
"SKS are a solid firm in the Polish market with all the capabilities you would need on most transactions."
SSW
SSW
is a Polish law firm established in 2009. The firm is led by managing partner Piotr
Spaczyński and has offices in Warsaw, Poznań and
Kraków.
The firm has a focus on debt capital markets but is also very active in equity capital markets, M&A and infrastructure and power project development.
In banking, key clients of the firm include Santander Bank Polska, PZU Towarzystwo Funduszy Inwestycyjnych,
Impexmetal, BPM Capital,
Polenergia, Alior Bank,
Boryszew and Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits Group.
In capital markets, key clients of the firm include Boryszew,
Impexmetal,
BoomBit, Games Operators,
Ipopema Securities, Santander Bank Polska, Ten Square Games, XTPL, Marie Brizard Wine & Spirits Group, CD ProjektRed and
PlayWay.
In M&A, key clients of the firm include Netsprint, Virgin Mobile,
Dirlango Trading & Investments, Vox,
Aerium, Innova Capital, Value4Capital, Skanska,
Spedimex and Lumel.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Competence, flexibility, reasonable pricing."
"They combine legal and financial knowledge. It's helpful to provide complex advice concerning not only purely legal issues but also financial issues."
Tomczykowski Tomczykowska
Ożóg Tomczykowski is a Polish law firm established in 2003. The firm is led by managing partners
Paweł Tomczykowski and Anna
Turska-Tomczykowska, and is based in Warsaw
The firm is active in M&A.
Key clients of the firm include
Rowiński Wajdemajer, Centrum
Uśmiechu, Kabat
Tyre, AMI,
Eurozet, Cornerstone Partners, PJ Western, Hyundai Engineering Company, Waterland Private Equity, Sodexo and Innogy.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"They are quality, experienced professionals in their field. Knowledge and experience are evident."
"I appreciate
Ożóg Tomczykowski law firm for its professionalism, great knowledge, quick response time and qualified specialists in each field of law."
Traple Konarski Podrecki & Wspólnicy
Traple Konarski Podrecki & Wspólnicy is a Polish law firm established in 1999 by Elżbieta Traple,
Xawery Konarski, and
Paweł Podrecki. The firm has offices in
Kraków and Warsaw.
The firm has a focus on banking work.
Key clients of the firm include
Polski Standard
Płatności, Polska Izba
Ubezpieczeń and
Grupa LEW.
Wardyński & Partners
Wardyński & Partners is a Polish law firm established in 1988 by Tomasz
Wardyński. The firm has offices in Warsaw, Poznań,
Wrocław and Kraków.
The firm has a focus on M&A and infrastructure project development.
In banking and finance, key clients of the firm include Santander Bank Polska, ING Bank, Kartesia, BNP Paribas Bank Polska, Bank
Pekao,
Profi Credit, 4Finance,
Immobel, Fortress,
Balbec, EOS and Klarna Bank.
In capital markets, key clients of the firm include Allfunds Bank,
Balbec Capital, Brown Brothers Harriman & Co,
Canpack, EOS, J.
Safra Sarasin Bank and Moody’s Investors Service.
In M&A, key clients of the firm include H+H International and H+H Polska, Victaulic, HTL
Strefa, MVGM, Suez Groupe, ABP Food Group/ABP Polska, Granges,
Impexmetal Konin and Saria.
In project development, key clients of the firm include Mitsubishi Power Europe, Posco Engineering & Construction,
Systra, MT Group, Deutsche Bahn Group, Hamburg Commercial Bank, SK Innovation,
Rafako, SBB Energy and PKP
Energetyka.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Alert, quick response, proactive, thorough."
"They assisted us in obtaining the bank financing."
White & Case M Studniarek i Wspólnicy
White & Case M Studniarek & Partners is the Polish presence of the international law firm White & Case. The firm opened in Poland in 1991, is led by executive partner Marcin Studniarek and is based in Warsaw.
White & Case is an international law firm established in 1901. The firm has
more than 2,200 lawyers in 44 offices located in 30 countries and is chaired by Hugh Verrier.
The firm has a strong practice in both debt and equity capital markets and in M&A, achieving top-tier status for Poland in all these areas.
Key clients of the firm include Bank Pekao, Santander Bank Polska, mBank, Mid Europa Partners, Play Communications, Nets, Polish Aviation Group, BNP Paribas Lease Group and Mostostal Power Development.
Wiewiórski Legal
Wiewiórski Legal is a Polish law firm established in 2004. The firm is led by managing partner Marek Maciej Wiewiorski and has offices in Wroclaw and Warsaw.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm has a focus on M&A and banking work.
Key clients
Key clients of the firm include Bridge-East Capital, Cathay Pacific, Danfoss, EIKA, Factor Law, Fresenius Kabi, Global Logic, Huber Group, Ideal Standard and McCain.
Client Feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)
M&A
"Wiewiorski provide outstanding legal advice. They are very thorough and detail-focused. They are excellent at explaining complex legal concepts so that we fully understand the legal implications of a transaction. They are also proactive in highlighting the commercial implications of legal transactions so that any decision taken by me adequately addresses both legal risks and accomplishes the commercial proposition/objective."
"Communication - responsiveness - sector-specific knowledge - can-do attitude across the firm."
WKB Wierciński Kwieciński Baehr
WKB Wierciński Kwieciński Baehr is a Polish law firm established in 2004 by Andrzej Wierciński, Tomasz Kwieciński and Jerzy Baehr. The firm is currently led by managing partner Jerzy Baehr and has offices in
Poznań and Warsaw.
The firm has a focus on infrastructure and power project development.
In banking, key clients of the firm include mBank, Bank Polska Kasa Opieki (Pekao), Santander Bank Polska, Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego (BGK), Barclays Bank, Tenax European Credit Fund,
PMOF Emerging Markets Private Credit Fund, Accolade Group, MB Aerospace and Centrum Rozliczeń Elektronicznych Polskie ePlatności.
In capital markets, key clients of the firm include mBank Hipoteczny, BNP Paribas Bank Polska and LCM Partners.
In M&A, key clients of the firm include Orkla Group, RWE, P. Van de Velde Group and CEZ New Energy Investments.
In project development, key clients of the firm include ABO Wind, Statkraft,
Gas Storage Poland and OGP Gaz-System.
In project finance, key clients of the firm include MPEC Olsztyn, Energix Renewable Energies, Banco de Chile, Banco
del Estado de Chile, Banco
,Electric Power Development Co and London Array.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Exceptional at running deals from kick-off until closing."
"Availability, practicable solutions, promptness, cost/performance ratio."
Wolf Theiss
Wolf Theiss P Daszkowski is the Polish presence of the international law firm Wolf Theiss. The firm in Poland is led by Peter Daszkowski and is based in Warsaw.
Wolf Theiss is an international law firm established in Austria in 1957. The firm has 340 lawyers operating in 13 countries.
The firm has a focus on banking as well as infrastructure and power project development.
Key clients of the firm include Visa International, Tesco, European Investment Bank, Banco Santander Frankfurt Branch, ALSO Holding, Osram,
HedgeServ,
Rekeep,
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Team player,
pragmatic,
expertise in subject matter,
responsive"
