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Dentons

Energy & Natural Resources

Europe Guide 2026 : Poland


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About

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We have been providing advisory services to major companies in Poland’s energy sector since 1993, and we have been involved in the most innovative transactions in the sector.

Oil majors, independents, transportation companies, power generators, utilities, gas and power distribution and transmission system operators, manufacturers and trading companies, including gas importing companies, financial institutions and other players, trust our Energy and Natural Resources team in Warsaw to advise on the full spectrum of legal matters sought by the sector—transactional, project development and finance, regulatory and environmental law and dispute resolution. We are leading the field in terms of legal advice on renewable energy projects in Poland. We advise entities interested in the preparations for constructing the first nuclear power plant in Poland. Our energy team in Poland is strongly supported by professionals in environmental, PPP and public procurement law.

Industries (11)

  • Upstream and downstream oil and gas
  • Nuclear power
  • Renewables and unconventional energy
  • Conventional generation
  • Transmission and distribution
  • Retail electricity and natural gas supply
  • Pipeline and maritime transportation
  • Liquefied natural gas (LNG), oil and gas trading
  • Energy market reform
  • Privatization of energy enterprises
  • Climate change regulations, including the Kyoto protocol

Chambers Review

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Energy & Natural Resources - Poland

Band 3

Band 3


What the Team is Known For

Dentons has experience in handling large-scale transactional matters as well as contentious mandates in the energy and natural resources sector. It has further expertise in wind farm projects and also provides a high degree of knowledge relating to EU regulatory compliance.

Work Highlights

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  • Dentons advised Exus Partners on its entry into the Polish market and the acquisition of a 53 MW wind farm portfolio.

Strengths

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  • Dentons provides a very comprehensive approach, deep knowledge and an experienced team.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope
  • The team at Dentons saves me time because I don't have to explain the obvious. They understand not only the energy industry but also its relationship to the economy as a whole.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope
  • Dentons demonstrated sector knowledge. It has excellent contacts within the industry in Poland.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope
  • Dentons not only understands our business but also makes us aware of the many legal risks appearing in the rapidly changing legal environment.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Band 1Piotr Ciołkowski
    Band 1Piotr Ciołkowski

    Piotr Ciołkowski

    Piotr Ciołkowski handles a range of energy matters within the conventional and renewable energy sectors and is experienced in advising on transactional and regulatory matters.

    • Piotr is highly recommended for when you require a lot of brainpower and complex analysis. His attention to detail is second to none, ensuring that we get an end product of the highest quality.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope
    • Piotr Ciołkowski is a real leader with extensive experience, in-depth knowledge and a strong market position.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope
    • Piotr Ciołkowski is a star. He perfectly understands the energy field and has spectacular experience in the energy sector.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope
    • Piotr is an expert in his field.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope
    • Piotr Ciołkowski is a very smart person with lots of experience.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

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