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GESSEL

Litigation: Elite

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GESSEL

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Litigation is one of the most important specialties of our law firm. We take an individual approach to each case, taking into account the business needs of the client with maximum reduction of risks. Our experience covers the full spectrum of litigation in all areas of economic life, while the value of claims asserted or defended against by our clients often runs into the hundreds of mlns PLN.

GESSEL’s Litigation Department is characterized by out-of-the-box tactical, substantive, methodical, pragmatic and formal solutions. We offer tailor-made negotiation and litigation tactics and comprehensive management of negotiation processes, adversarial processes, difficult and interdisciplinary issues and disputes at all stages. We think three steps ahead, thus ensuring security and efficiency.

We perfectly understand that the work of a trial lawyer today is not limited to representing the client in court. Therefore, we carefully select the individual and most effective litigation tactics for each specific case.

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Litigation: Elite - Poland

Band 5

Band 5


What the Team is Known For

GESSEL is well equipped to handle a range of corporate litigation matters, in addition to acting in tax disputes and bankruptcy-related claims. The firm assists clients from the financial, IT and agricultural sectors. Additionally, the practice has been involved in landmark environmental and social cases within Poland.

Strengths

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  • GESSEL lawyers have a very business-oriented approach and are not afraid to take on even the most difficult cases.

    Litigation: Elite respondentEurope
  • They are excellent litigators but what truly sets them apart is their analytical acumen and commercial awareness, which allows them to design and execute a strategy that is suited to the specific case.

    Litigation: Elite respondentEurope
  • From day one, the litigation team at GESSEL approaches the case with a strategic mindset. It plans ahead, identifies potential risks early and takes proactive steps to manage them.

    Litigation: Elite respondentEurope
  • GESSEL gives us clear, practical support whenever a commercial dispute flares up. It lays out our options in plain language, keeps updates concise and links every move to our wider business goals.

    Litigation: Elite respondentEurope

Notable Practitioners

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  • Associates to watchAnna Ziewalicz
    Associates to watchAnna Ziewalicz

    Anna Ziewalicz

    Associate-to-watch Anna Ziewalicz assists with shareholder disputes, tax litigation and contract-related contentious mandates.

    • Anna Ziewalicz is a force to be reckoned with - combining the analytical precision and persuasive strength of a top-tier litigator with the ability to deliver meaningful, long-term results.

      Litigation: Elite respondentEurope
    • Anna Ziewalicz is an outstanding lawyer; she is smart, inventive and easy to work with. She has a strong grasp of foreign legal concepts and coordinates cross-border matters with precision.

      Litigation: Elite respondentEurope
    • Anna Ziewalicz is always equipped with a litigation strategy and ready to present various options for the client’s benefit. Strong legal skills and excellent communication provide a very good result.

      Litigation: Elite respondentEurope
    • Anna Ziewalicz is focused on results, meticulous, a very intelligent and effective person, and also nice and friendly with a good understanding of the goal.

      Litigation: Elite respondentEurope
    • Anna Ziewalicz is exactly who you want in your corner for high-stakes disputes.

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  • Associates to watchPaweł Kwiatkowski
    Associates to watchPaweł Kwiatkowski

    Paweł Kwiatkowski

    Associate-to-watch Paweł Kwiatkowski assists with corporate disputes and unfair competition cases.

    • Paweł Kwiatkowski is very well versed in procedural issues. He also understands complex economic questions related to litigation.

      Litigation: Elite respondentEurope
    • Paweł Kwiatkowski clearly analyses the risks and suggests appropriate strategy to handle the case. He is hard-working, always well prepared and can keep up with tight deadlines.

      Litigation: Elite respondentEurope
    • Paweł Kwiatkowski is forward-thinking and constantly thinking about what the client may need in the future.

      Litigation: Elite respondentEurope
    • Paweł Kwiatkowski is very responsive and committed.

      Litigation: Elite respondentEurope
    • Paweł Kwiatkowski impresses with his exceptional dedication to clients’ cases. His strategic approach and clear communication ensure that cooperation runs smoothly and delivers tangible results.

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