Energy & Natural Resources
Europe Guide 2024 : Poland
Band 1
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Experienced in both conventional and renewable energy projects, the team is regularly instructed by major industry players in all energy sub-sectors, including electricity, gas, renewable energy, nuclear energy, oil and mining. Recognised for their expertise in energy law, the team members are frequently engaged in legislative processes regarding the energy sector, including renewable energy, offshore wind, nuclear power, and electromobility and have vast experience in dealing with regulators, whether nationally or at the EU level. The energy team is not limited to the core team of regulatory lawyers, but it is supported by experienced and highly ranked WKB’s experts, from infrastructure, environment, public procurement, competition, litigation, M&A and real estate practices, which allows them to provide comprehensive legal support to energy clients.
Chambers Review
WKB Wierciński Kwieciński Baehr has a strong legal team in Poland, well known for handling regulatory issues and assisting with both compliance and transactional matters, including investments and acquisitions. The firm is well equipped to cover a range of energy matters including those relating to wind and solar, as well as other renewable energy sources.
Work Highlights
- WKB advised Energix on the financing for three wind farms, with a total capacity of over 170 MW.
Strengths
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"WKB is capable of presenting clear and concise solutions, even in complex and sophisticated matters. They have a number of highly qualified lawyers that are capable of providing comprehensive support. Their responsiveness is exceptional."
"WKB's lawyers are helpful, responsive, and very much business-oriented, all of which makes it easy to work with them."
"WKB is capable of presenting clear and concise solutions, even in complex and sophisticated matters. They have a number of highly qualified lawyers that are capable of providing comprehensive support. Their responsiveness is exceptional."
"WKB's lawyers are helpful, responsive, and very much business-oriented, all of which makes it easy to work with them."
Notable Practitioners
Jerzy Baehr co-heads WKB's energy and natural resources department, and is a highly regarded regulatory expert in Poland. He is often seen working with Poland's largest energy companies, and also assists with EU law compliance matters.
Maciej Szambelańczyk advises on a range of energy matters, including legislative drafting, regulatory compliance, and transactional mandates.
"Maciej Szambelańczyk has a vast knowledge of the legal framework and regulations. He is very much business-oriented."
"Maciej is always bringing added value."
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Industries
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chemical industry
electricity
gas
mining
nuclear energy
oil
renewables