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SSW

Energy & Natural Resources

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Our large team of four partners and 11 other lawyers offers full-service advice to major international and Polish energy and natural resources companies, including offering varied, sector-specific and in-depth regulatory advice in all energy-producing sectors.

Our advice covers energy infrastructure development, including obtaining licensing and operational permits to connecting to the grid and starting trading. We represent clients in energy trading matters, including current contentious cases related to the imposed energy price cap. We cover power purchasing agreements, which is a new but exponentially growing area in Poland and the EU. Additionally, we cover geological and mining regulatory issues in the natural resources sector as well as regulatory advice for onshore and offshore wind farms. 

We are regularly instructed on high-impact and high-value transactions in the sector that include the transfer of energy assets as well as financing. Our project finance expertise in the energy sector is unmatched. We are proud to have advised Baltic Power on one of the biggest renewables project financings ever in Poland and one of the biggest in Europe (EUR 4.73 billion, 25 financing institutions involved) that won multiple awards from legal publications.

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Energy & Natural Resources - Poland

Band 2

What the Team is Known For
SSW is a high-quality law firm in Poland operating in the energy market, with key expertise in transactional mandates within the renewables space. The team is also known for its expertise in relation to mining projects, especially at the development and exploration stages of the extraction of natural resources. The firm is further experienced in handling contentious matters relating to conventional energy and representing clients in disputes within the mining and oil and gas markets.
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Work Highlights

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  • SSW advised Lumina and Zielona Góra Copper on the development of the Nowa Sól copper and silver deposit.

Strengths

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  • The SSW team is very knowledgeable about energy and mining matters. It is also very timely and responsive.

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  • SSW is highly responsive and solution-oriented, often anticipating risks and proposing commercially viable structures that align with timelines and expectations.

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  • The department stands out for its specialised knowledge in renewable energy, its ability to handle complex transactions quickly and its proactive, solution-oriented approach.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

  • SSW have a strong knowledge of energy regulations and a proactive approach. They have very good commercial knowledge and incredible negotiation skills.

    Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

  • SSW are highly responsive and consistently demonstrates a client-centric approach, ensuring that we feel valued and prioritised.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Dominik Strzałkowski
    Dominik Strzałkowski

    Dominik Strzałkowski

    Dominik Strzałkowski assists clients with a range of natural resources and energy matters, particularly the development of renewable energy projects, as well as representing them in disputes and regulatory proposals.

    • Dominik has a clear ability to think strategically. He does not simply execute tasks; he plans ahead, prepares thoroughly and aligns on a coherent strategy before moving forward.

      Energy & Natural Resources respondentEurope

    • Dominik Strzałkowski has very high technical and legal skills. He's commercially aware and pragmatic. He's also a good leader.

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    • Dominik Strzałkowski demonstrated exceptional expertise while providing pragmatic, hands-on advice.

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    • I highly value all of Dominik's skills. He is one of the best legal advisers to work with.

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    • Dominik understands the needs of stakeholders and is able to translate complex legal and regulatory matters into clear, practical guidance.

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  • Piotr Spaczyński
    Piotr Spaczyński

    Piotr Spaczyński

    Piotr Spaczyński regularly advises on transactional mandates within the oil and gas, mining and electricity markets. He also handles regulatory issues concerning the exploration and production of natural resources.

    • Piotr brings a wealth of knowledge and insight that significantly enhances our strategic decision-making. His extensive expertise and thoughtful approach provide us with invaluable support.

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    • Piotr Spaczyński is well-connected and provides excellent guidance and analysis on corporate direction and strategy and the Polish legal and political framework.

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    • Piotr provides great legal advice and understanding of our business approach.

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