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A&O Shearman

Capital Markets: Debt

Europe Guide 2026 : Poland

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A&O Shearman

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Capital Markets: Debt - Poland

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

The A&O Shearman team stands out for its strength in DCM transactions. The team primarily acts for a range of major financial institutions, including retail banks and investment funds. With notable prowess in bond establishment and issuances, the team assists blue-chip companies with their high-value bond programmes. The department also provides skilled guidance on regulatory matters.

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Work Highlights

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  • The team at A&O Shearman advised Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego on issuing EUR2.25 billion dual-tranche fixed rate guaranteed notes.

Strengths

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  • A&O Shearman has a broad and qualified team, which offers very quick responses.

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  • The team at A&O Shearman has a number of people that it can call upon. The service levels are very good and it is something that the law firm takes great care with.

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  • A&O Shearman is familiar with sector-specific regulations, trends and competitive pressures. The lawyers anticipate legal challenges and offer solutions that balance risk with commercial opportunity.

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  • The lawyers at A&O Shearman are always ready and eager to invest their time and effort into business development. They are always happy to discuss, explain and brainstorm ideas that we have.

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  • The team provides detail-oriented advice, has comprehensive approach and willingness to walk the extra mile.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Łukasz Walczyna
    Łukasz Walczyna

    Łukasz Walczyna

    Łukasz Walczyna has a focus on DCM-related advice and advises clients on a number of bond-related products, from EMTN to sustainability and retail bond programmes.

    • Łukasz Walczyna combined deep regulatory knowledge with an excellent understanding of international market standards.

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    • Łukasz Walczyna understands our business and knows which topics we need to address quickly.

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    • Łukasz is always available when needed. His communication is prompt and clear. He anticipates our needs and offers solutions before issues escalate.

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    • Łukasz is one of the best debt markets specialists in the Polish market.

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