About

Provided by Wardyński & Partners

Whether business transfers, restructuring measures, transformation projects, negotiations with trade unions or works councils, remuneration systems, working time, internal investigations, policies – Wardyński has long been recognised as one of Poland’s leading firms on HR matters.

We are the largest and oldest top-ranked employment team within a full-service law firm in Poland. Through close cooperation with other law and sectoral practices, we develop comprehensive solutions reflecting not only employment issues, but also related corporate, regulatory tax and criminal law issues.

We have one of the most renowned and well-developed global mobility practices on the Polish market. Our practice also conducts complicated/sensitive employment litigations in courts nationwide. We have specialist groups who focus on data protection and employee privacy, discrimination as well on whistleblowing procedures.

Our team is known for its client-centric approach, providing tailored legal advice that balances risk management with clients’ operational needs.

We are flexible and responsive to our clients' needs, offering the right team at the right price for companies at any stage of development – we aim not to be a “legal cost” but creating value for clients.

We advise Polish and international companies, including some of the largest, leading firms on domestic and global markets in such sectors as banking and finance, IT and communications, heavy industry, automotive, services and FMCG.

Chambers Review

Provided by Chambers

Employment - Poland

1
Band 1

What the Team is Known For

Wardyński & Partners houses an outstanding practice group providing advice on the full spectrum of employment matters. The law firm has an impressive track record of representing individuals and employers in contentious matters. The team has further extensive experience in data protection mandates and remuneration issues, as well as the employment law aspects of M&A transactions. Wardyński & Partners also advises on compliance, internal investigations and immigration-related questions. The law firm maintains an enviable client base across sectors, including manufacturing and retail, as well as financial institutions.

Work Highlights

Provided by Wardyński & Partners

  • Wardyński & Partners advised Ørsted Group on the termination of an employee, also linked to the group's internal whistleblower policy and the Polish Whistleblower Protection Act.

Strengths

Provided by Chambers

Notable Practitioners

Provided by Chambers

Szymon Kubiak
2
Szymon Kubiak
Head of Employment
2
Band 2
Szymon Kubiak assists with regulatory and compliance issues, as well as representing clients in allegations of harassment.

Szymon Kubiak has an understanding of our company and industry, including corporate culture, which helps when looking for solutions.

His advice is very pragmatic, and his legal knowledge is quite broad, which makes him an ideal partner.

Marcin Wujczyk
U
Marcin Wujczyk
Head of Employment
U
Up and Coming

Marcin Wujczyk co-leads the firm's employment practice. His work includes non-contentious employment contracts and policy advisory, as well as litigation concerning termination and reinstatement. He is also skilled in collective bargaining and conducting internal investigations.

Marcin Wujczyk is able to provide valuable solutions, taking into account the risk for the company and external circumstances.

He is a rising star in employment and labour law in Poland.

Ranked Lawyers at
Wardyński & Partners

Provided by Chambers
Filter by
Band

Poland

Employment

Szymon Kubiak
2
Szymon Kubiak
Head of Employment
2
Band 2
Marcin Wujczyk
U
Marcin Wujczyk
Head of Employment
U
Up and Coming

Members

Provided by Wardyński & Partners

Magdalena Świtajska

Head of Department

Marcin Wujczyk

Marcin Wujczyk

Head of Department

Szymon Kubiak

Szymon Kubiak

Head of Department