Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak

In our banking and finance practice the firm combines transaction work (project finance, real estate and company acquisitions, debt restructuring), with the provision of regulatory advice (including advice on the whole range of regulated financial institutions and the acquisition of banks), and general and specialist advice, as well as representing clients in proceedings before banking and financial supervisory authorities. A thorough understanding of the regulatory environment helps the team to provide counsel on transactions and contracts, and knowing the business reality, we are well equipped to communicate with the supervisory authorities.

The organisation is one of the few law firms with a specialized team dedicated to financial services and financial institutions regulatory matters. It advises on a full range of matters of banking activity, leasing, lending, investment, insurance, and payment services, based on national and European regulations (including CRR, MiFID/MiFIR, AIFMD, UCITS, BMR, CSDR and EBA guidelines). For years, the firm has dealt with complex regulatory projects and proceedings before the PFSA and the Office for Competition and Consumer Protection. We skillfully combine an interdisciplinary approach with in-depth sector-specific knowledge and understanding of the expectations and practices of the regulator.

The experienced team provides comprehensive legal assistance in all types of domestic and international financing transactions, in practically every sector of the economy. They help clients structure transactions and prepare and negotiate the transaction documentation. The firm also assists them with restructuring projects. Having on some occasions represented financing institutions, and on others borrowers, the firm understands the needs and expectations of both parties to the transaction. Over the years, it has participated in the development of a number of solutions and market standards that have now become generally accepted on the Polish market.

Head of Practice: Dr. Marcin Olechowski

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Partner: Dr. Wojciech Iwański

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