Dispute Resolution
Europe Guide 2024 : Poland
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About
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Dentons has one of the most balanced and versatile dispute resolution practices in Poland. With a diverse team that includes seasoned litigators and dispute resolution experts with years of experience across a range of industries, renowned academics, former judges and young talent, we offer a unique blend of skills and experience that ensures comprehensive and effective representation.
Over the years, we have built up sector knowledge advising clients in highly regulated industries, including financial institutions, energy, life sciences and healthcare, media, telecoms and real estate.
We specialize in complex litigation and arbitration, assisting clients in construction and infrastructure disputes, regulatory, commercial, corporate and administrative disputes, intellectual property litigation, insolvency-related disputes, arbitration and white-collar/criminal matters. We have a track record of successfully navigating complex legal challenges and achieving favorable outcomes for our clients.
The Warsaw office team is part of an integrated Europe Litigation and Dispute Resolution group of 270 practitioners within the world's largest law firm, which enables us to efficiently assist clients in addressing the challenges of cross-border litigation.
Chambers Review
Dentons' disputes team climbs to the top tier this year as a result of handling many high-profile and high-impact cases as well as market support. The firm has a sizeable and broad team handling domestic and cross-border litigation matters, with a particular focus on the construction, real estate, telecoms, energy, food and insurance sectors. The law firm is experienced in international arbitration, especially in relation to the energy sector. The team additionally regularly acts in procurement and IP disputes.
Work Highlights
- Dentons represented Loxeco in three related high-value disputes concerning co-control of Meccica Towers.
Strengths
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"They have a thorough understanding of the case and its nuances. I think they have a better grasp than I have."
"They put the interests of customers first and work efficiently."
"They have a thorough understanding of the case and its nuances. I think they have a better grasp than I have."
"They put the interests of customers first and work efficiently."
Notable Practitioners
Piotr Machnikowski is recognised in Warsaw's legal market as a highly respected arbitrator and also acts as arbitration counsel.
Michał Jochemczak moves up the rankings due to strong market support. His remit stretches from energy-focused disputes to contentious construction cases. Jochemczak additionally acts as both an arbitrator and arbitration counsel.
"He provided excellent advocacy and good legal writing. He's also convincing."
Anna Maria Pukszto moves up in the rankings due to strong market support. She is proficient in handling disputes on behalf of banks and insurance companies. She is also widely recognised as a prominent restructuring and insolvency lawyer.
"We always got comprehensive support."
Patrick Radzimierski frequently advises clients on a variety of commercial, TMT and construction conflicts.
Stanisław Sołtysik assists with a variety of commercial disputes.
Ranked Lawyers at
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Members
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Agnieszka Wardak
Agnieszka Wojciechowska
Head of Department
Joanna Kornaszewska
Marta Cichomska
Piotr Białach
Wojciech Wąsowicz
Clients
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Cavatina Holding
DWS
Deloitte
Doosan Enerbility
Doosan Lentjes
Echo Investment
GSK
Ghelamco
ING Bank Śląski
INGKA Group
Medtronic
Morgan Stanley
Open Life TUŻ
Philips
Pinggao Group
Premium Distillers
Rail
Rubau
Santander
Shanghai Electric Power Construction
Syntaxis
Techint
WPD Europe
White Star Real Estate
Industries
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Aerospace & Defence
Automotive
Banking
Chemicals
Commercial & Professional Services
Construction & Materials
Consumer Product Manufacturing
ESG
Energy
FMCG
Financial Services
Gaming
Health Care
Industrial Engineering
Infrastructure
Insurance
Investment funds
Media
Mining & Metals
Pharmaceuticals & Life Sciences
Real Estate
Real Estate Finance
Retail
Software & Computer Services
Technology, Hardware & Electronics
Telecommunications
Transportation
Travel & Leisure