Poland

Domański Zakrzewski Palinka is a large full-service domestic firm established in 1993. The firm has offices in Warsaw, Poznań and Wrocław and is the largest independent Polish law firm. The deal team consists of more than 100 notable lawyers, including 33 partners, led by managing partner Krzysztof Zakrzewsk. The firm has strong capabilities across all practice areas and particularly M&A and project finance.

Highlights

The corporate team, led by Marek Świątkowski and Maciej Zajda advised Würth Group on its PLN 1.083 billion acquisition of TIM S.A. This was one of Poland’s largest and most significant stock market transactions. 

DZP advised global payment giant Stripe on its US$1.1 billion acquisition of Bridge.xyz, a leading fintech company specializing in stablecoin payment infrastructure.

The Banking team advised Italian lenders, Banca Nazionale del Lavoro, UniCredit and Intesa Sanpaolo on financing of the acquisition by Gruppo San Donato of American Heart of Poland. It was one of the largest Italian investments in Poland in recent years.    

Testimonials

“DZP are excellent in project development. I can always rely on their advice—they are business-oriented, quick to reply, and even able to communicate in other languages including Japanese.” – Project development

"Pragmatic and professional approach to the issues, that allows us and the client to see the trees in the forest."  M&A

“Perfect service, timeliness and availability” - M&A

"I appreciate Domanski Zakrzewski Palinka for the high level of professionalism, the ability to solve legal problems quickly and efficiently, and the high qualifications of the legal team." - Project Development

"The firm has excellent understanding of the client's business, is able to assign appropriate resources to the relevant tasks, and there is an ease of communications and availability” - Restructuring

“Marek communicates with the client clearly and openly, ensures that he understands the expectations and instructions, makes sure he understands the underlying business issue and does not focus only on the legal side of the problem.” - Marek Świątkowski, Partner

“I have worked with Marcin Krakowiak for many years. He is very business-oriented, anticipates risks, and provides advice I can always rely on.” - Projects

“Tomasz Michalczyk is a lawyer with extensive and exceptional legal knowledge, which he uses in an effective and innovative way when providing legal advice.” - Tomasz Michalczyk, Partner 

“Excellent knowledge of M&A principles and negotiation of contract terms.” - Piotr Jackowski, Counsel

“Pragmatic and professional service.” - Maria Piechota, Associate

Key clients

Arlen, BAE Systems, BXF Energia, Goldman Sachs Bank USA, ING Bank Polska S.A., Intesa Sanpaolo, Intrum Group, Norddeutsche Landesbank Girozentrale, Protective Industrial Products, Rubicon Partners, Semrush, Suncatcher Group, Stripe, Tarchomiński Zakłady Farmaceutyczny Polfa S.A., UBS, UCED, Urbaser., Würth Group, Zarząd Morskiego Portu Gdynia S.A.

Prof Wierzbowski & Partners is a Polish law firm established in 2004 by Professor Marek Wierzbowski, a professor at Warsaw University and former partner of Weil and Linklaters. The firm has its offices in Warsaw. The Law Firm is a partner of SEG MAR and SEG ISR of the Reporting Standards Foundation. The firm has a focus on equity capital markets, M&A and power project development.

BM Lawyers, formerly Małecki Legal is a boutique transactional law firm based in Warsaw, founded by Leszek Małecki in 2020. The firm specialises in transactional and corporate matters for both domestic and international clients. It is particularly noted for its work in the digital economy, healthcare and medical sectors.

Testimonials 

“What makes Małecki Legal stand out is their practical, business-focused way of working. They keep deals smooth and efficient without overcomplicating matters.” – M&A

“Their advice is always clear, useful, and focused on what truly matters to the client’s business.” – M&A

“A key benefit is that senior partner Leszek Małecki remains engaged at every stage, ensuring faster progress and clearer communication.” – M&A

“They are quick to respond and flexible, even when deadlines are tight or circumstances change suddenly.” – M&A

“From planning and documentation to signing, closing, and post-deal support, they provide steady and reliable guidance.” – M&A

“They work seamlessly with other advisors, like tax or financial experts, which keeps things moving and avoids delays.” – M&A

“Małecki Legal combines knowledge with business reality. For us, they are the go-to transactional law firm when seeking reliable, expert advice in specialized sectors.” – M&A

“They understand complex transactions very well—coordinating efficiently, communicating clearly, and paying attention to every detail to ensure smooth execution.” – Project finance

“Their team is highly responsive, reliable, and pragmatic, offering practical solutions tailored to our business needs.” – M&A

“We value their professionalism, calm approach, and expertise in transactional matters, as well as their ability to assess risks from multiple perspectives—legal, tax, and regulatory.” – M&A

“I have worked with Leszek Małecki and his team on numerous projects over many years. His strong industry knowledge and business understanding have ensured smooth negotiations and successful outcomes.” – Leszek Małecki, Founder

“Leszek Małecki is a strong transactional lawyer with excellent negotiation skills. He combines legal, tax, and regulatory insight with a practical, business-focused approach.” – Leszek Małecki, Founder

“Leszek leads negotiations effectively, anticipates risks early, and ensures all tasks are completed on time to keep transactions on track.” – Leszek Małecki, Founder

“Leszek is highly skilled not only in M&A but also in private equity and venture capital. He is well-organized and able to manage multiple transactions simultaneously.” – Leszek Małecki, Founder

“Leszek quickly identifies critical issues, deals with them efficiently, and communicates complex matters in a clear and understandable way.” - Leszek Małecki, Founder

“Over many years of working together, Leszek has shown not only outstanding transactional skills but also a unique ability to collaborate professionally and respectfully with both clients and advisors.” - Leszek Małecki, Founder

“He deeply understands the business principles and strategic goals behind M&A transactions, recognizing priorities and finding the best solutions.” - Leszek Małecki, Founder

“Leszek leads a strong and capable team that delivers consistent, high-quality advice and manages complex matters effectively from start to finish.” - Leszek Małecki, Founder

Key clients

In-Pulse (Stagwell Group), Grupa Medicus, Shift4Good, Home Doctor, Kulczyk Investments

Based in Warsaw, CDZ - Chajec Don-Siemion & Zyto is a Polish law firm that offers a broad range of services, including corporate and M&A, capital markets, restructuring and insolvency and project finance. It is part of the international network Interlaw which has presence in EMEA, the Americas and Asia. The firm focuses on domestic and international M&A projects. 

Established in 2005, DeBenedetti Majewski Szczesniak is a corporate boutique based in Warsaw and is a member of the legal network Globalaw. The firm focuses on M&A and has expertise in the insurance, manufacturing, TMT, financial services, tourism, and energy sectors. 

Eversheds Sutherland Wierzbowski is the Polish presence of the international law firm Eversheds Sutherland. The firm in Poland is led by co-managing partner Ewa Łachowska-Brol. The team is best recognised for its corporate transactional work, advising international and national clients on large and complex M&A transactions, core corporate advisory matters, corporate restructurings, joint ventures and private equity transactions. 

GSW Legal is a Polish law firm established in 2011. The firm is led by managing partners Tomasz Grabarek and Rafał  Szalc and has office in Warsaw.

Focusses / specialisms

The firm is active in M&A.

Key clients

Key clients of the firm include iPOS, Orbitvu, BSD Growth Fund, Capital Partners, Up Energy, Exinet Trading, MTTC Poland, Bewood, Automet Group and Globe Travel Services Poland.

Małecki Legal is a boutique transactional law firm based in Warsaw, founded by Leszek Małecki in 2020. The firm specialises in transactional and corporate matters for both domestic and international clients. It is particularly noted for its work in the digital economy, healthcare and medical sectors.

Key clients

In-Pulse (Stagwell Group), Grupa Medicus, Shift4Good, Home Doctor, Kulczyk Investments

Testimonials

2025

• “What makes Małecki Legal stand out is their practical, business-focused way of working. They keep deals smooth and efficient without overcomplicating matters.” – M&A
• “Their advice is always clear, useful, and focused on what truly matters to the client’s business.” – M&A
• “A key benefit is that senior partner Leszek Małecki remains engaged at every stage, ensuring faster progress and clearer communication.” – M&A
• “They are quick to respond and flexible, even when deadlines are tight or circumstances change suddenly.” – M&A
• “From planning and documentation to signing, closing, and post-deal support, they provide steady and reliable guidance.” – M&A
• “They work seamlessly with other advisors, like tax or financial experts, which keeps things moving and avoids delays.” – M&A
• “Małecki Legal combines knowledge with business reality. For us, they are the go-to transactional law firm when seeking reliable, expert advice in specialized sectors.” – M&A
• “They understand complex transactions very well—coordinating efficiently, communicating clearly, and paying attention to every detail to ensure smooth execution.” – Project finance
• “Their team is highly responsive, reliable, and pragmatic, offering practical solutions tailored to our business needs.” – M&A
• “We value their professionalism, calm approach, and expertise in transactional matters, as well as their ability to assess risks from multiple perspectives—legal, tax, and regulatory.” – M&A
• “I have worked with Leszek Małecki and his team on numerous projects over many years. His strong industry knowledge and business understanding have ensured smooth negotiations and successful outcomes.” – Leszek Małecki, Founder
• “Leszek Małecki is a strong transactional lawyer with excellent negotiation skills. He combines legal, tax, and regulatory insight with a practical, business-focused approach.” – Leszek Małecki, Founder
• “Leszek leads negotiations effectively, anticipates risks early, and ensures all tasks are completed on time to keep transactions on track.” – Leszek Małecki, Founder
• “Leszek is highly skilled not only in M&A but also in private equity and venture capital. He is well-organized and able to manage multiple transactions simultaneously.” – Leszek Małecki, Founder
• “Leszek quickly identifies critical issues, deals with them efficiently, and communicates complex matters in a clear and understandable way.” - Leszek Małecki, Founder
• “Over many years of working together, Leszek has shown not only outstanding transactional skills but also a unique ability to collaborate professionally and respectfully with both clients and advisors.” - Leszek Małecki, Founder
• “He deeply understands the business principles and strategic goals behind M&A transactions, recognizing priorities and finding the best solutions.” - Leszek Małecki, Founder
• “Leszek leads a strong and capable team that delivers consistent, high-quality advice and manages complex matters effectively from start to finish.” - Leszek Małecki, Founder

Established in 2014, MFW Fiałek is a respected Polish business law firm based in Warsaw, known for its strong focus on corporate, M&A, private equity, and venture capital transactions.

Highlights

MFW Fiałek advised Hartenberg Capital on the acquisition of a controlling stake in the 4Kraft sp. z o.o. and its subsidiaries, i.e. 4Kraft LLC and Suzhou Kinderkraft Trading Co., Ltd.

The corporate team led by Mirosław Fiałek advised Deutsche Private Equity and Swiss law firm Bär & Karrer in the Polish aspects of the international acquisition of a majority stake in IMPAG Group.

2025

·       “MFW is a highly specialized M&A firm, with strong expertise in private equity and venture capital.” – M&A

·       “Mirosław Fiałek is an entrepreneurial lawyer—very active in the market and handling a high volume of mid-market transactions.” – M&A

2024

·       "Commitment to work, flexibility in approach to customer needs and direct contact." -M&A

·       "MFW Fiałek demonstrated experience, commitment and the ability to efficiently manage the project regarding the legal issues of the Transaction. The Law Firm's Team demonstrated a high level of professionalism, flexibility and positive energy. Thanks to their full understanding of our business needs/ requirements and their ability to adapt to the specifics of the tech industry, the cooperation was extremely effective." – Private equity

·       "Very responsive and accurate advice. Excellent friendly people." – Private equity

·       “Responsive and nice.” - Mirosław Fiałek, Firm Partner 

Norton Rose Fulbright Piotr Strawa and Partners is the Polish presence of international law firm Norton Rose. The firm is led by Grzegorz Dyczkowski and is based in Warsaw.

Norton Rose Fulbright is an international business law firm with more than 3700 lawyers and other legal staff working across Europe, the United States, Canada, Latin America, Asia Pacific, Africa and the Middle East.

Focusses / specialisms

The firm has a strong practice in banking and project finance where the firm has achieved top tier status in Poland.

Key clients

In banking key clients of the firm include BNP Paribas Bank Polska, Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego, Bank Polska Kasa Opieki, Bank of China – Polish branch, Commerzbank Group (local entity: mBank), HSBC Group, Industrial and Commercial Bank of China – Polish Branch, ING Group (local entity: ING Bank Śląski), LOT Polish Airlines and PKO Bank Polski.

In debt capital markets key clients of the firm include HSBC Bank, Deutsche Bank, Credit Agricole Corporate and Investment Bank, Polskie Linie Lotnicze, JP Morgan Securities, Bank of America Merrill Lynch, TAURON Polska Energia, Goldman Sachs, Greenyard and Oriflame Poland.

In M&A key clients of the firm include Amicus Therapeutics, Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego, Bayer, Benefit Systems, Bioplan Europe, Bioventus, Cathay Pacific Airways, CEE Equity Partners, Dot2Dot and Domestic & General Group.

In project development key clients of the firm include Aquila Capital Management, Allianz Capital Partners, Enel Green Power, TFI Energia, R.Power, PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna and PGE Energia Odnawialna.

In project finance key clients of the firm include BlackRock, Allianz Capital Partners, Aquila Capital Management, PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna, PGE Energia Odnawialna, Tauron Polska Energia, Bank Polska Kasa Opieki, mBank, Santander Bank Polska and DNB Bank Polska.

Client Feedback: 31^st edition (2020/2021)

Bank lending: Lender side

"Professional - responsive - dedicated."

"Competent, experienced lawyers, they also take care of the transaction and analyse all potential risks for the bank."

Banking and finance

"The team is knowledgeable, always proactive, technically very sound, thinks ahead to resolve issues and top of the market in their jurisdiction."

Investment funds

"Quick, reactive, pragmatic, available and precise"

M&A

"Well connected, good renewable energy knowledge and context."

Project development: Energy

"Availability. Knowledge of regulatory framework. M&A."

Wiewiórski Legal is a Polish law firm established in 2004. The firm is led by managing partner Marek Maciej Wiewiorski and has offices in Wroclaw and Warsaw.

Focusses / specialisms

The firm has a focus on M&A and banking work.

Key clients

Key clients of the firm include Bridge-East Capital, Cathay Pacific, Danfoss, EIKA, Factor Law, Fresenius Kabi, Global Logic, Huber Group, Ideal Standard and McCain.

Client Feedback: 31^st edition (2020/2021)

M&A

"Wiewiorski provide outstanding legal advice. They are very thorough and detail-focused. They are excellent at explaining complex legal concepts so that we fully understand the legal implications of a transaction. They are also proactive in highlighting the commercial implications of legal transactions so that any decision taken by me adequately addresses both legal risks and accomplishes the commercial proposition/objective."

"Communication - responsiveness - sector-specific knowledge - can-do attitude across the firm."