Department profile
A&O Shearman

Restructuring/Insolvency

Europe Guide 2026 : Poland


A&O Shearman

Rankings

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Restructuring/Insolvency - Poland

Band 1

Band 1


What the Team is Known For

The firm is at the forefront of the market and is often involved in many of Poland's most prominent mandates. The firm draws on its impressive background in banking and finance and regularly advises high profile technology companies and investment banks as creditors. The team further assists with significant out-of-court settlements, complex restructuring agreements and insolvency-related litigation. Distressed M&A transactions are also handled by the firm. Clients equally benefit from the firm's excellent cross-border capabilities, aided by its large office network.

Work Highlights

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  • A&O Shearman advised a consortium of banks on the restructuring and sale of credit claims related to the financing of the Mennica Legacy Tower.

Strengths

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  • A&O Shearman has a good team.

    Restructuring/Insolvency respondentEurope
  • A&O Shearman lawyers are doing an outstanding job showing their capacity not only to handle legal matters but also to represent their clients in difficult negotiations.

    Restructuring/Insolvency respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Bartosz Merczyński
    Band 1Bartosz Merczyński

    Bartosz Merczyński

    Bartosz Merczyński is held in high esteem for his strength in handling distressed M&A transactions, court restructurings and insolvency proceedings. He is often active in cross-border mandates, acting for creditors and borrowers alike.

    • One of the best lawyers I have had the chance to work with during my career.

      Restructuring/Insolvency respondentEurope
    • Bartosz Merczyński is very competent and has a very business-oriented mind.

      Restructuring/Insolvency respondentEurope
  • Up and ComingPaweł Bartosiewicz
    Up and ComingPaweł Bartosiewicz

    Paweł Bartosiewicz

    Paweł Bartosiewicz is up-and-coming counsel who frequently advises a range of clients on debt restructurings, including assisting financial institutions and majority shareholders.

    • Paweł is very reactive and provides a very good level of services.

      Restructuring/Insolvency respondentEurope

Ranked Individuals at A&O Shearman (2)

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