When you are not the Judgement Debtor- Safeguarding against illegal eviction under the law
INTRODUCTION Order XXI Rule 97 of the Code of Civil Procedure (“CPC”) deals with situations wherein a decree-holder, when taking possession of immovable property after a decree has been passed in their favour, is obstructed or resisted from doing so by a third party.
CAN INVESTIGATING AGENCIES COMPEL DISCLOSURE OF PRIVILEGED COMMUNICATION BETWEEN ATTORNEY AND CLIENT? A LEGAL ANALYSIS
I. Introduction The Attorney–client privilege (“ACP”) is a legal doctrine with origins in the 16th century English common law that, broadly speaking, protects all confidential communication made between an advocate and their client(s) to secure legal advice.[1] It is based on the fact that a client can have effective representation only when they are able …
Attorney–Client Privilege and the Limits of State Power: A Study of the Supreme Court’s Judgment in In Re: Summoning of Advocates.
A. Introduction In a landmark decision, the Supreme Court has sent a strong message that “the power to summon is not the power to interfere with the privileged communications between a lawyer and client, as long as the Constitutional Courts sit, in this Country[1].” The court was confronted with the rising tide of investigative adventurism, …
We’ve done it: the UNGC Communication on Progress 2025 report
Established by the UN, the United Nations Global Compact unites businesses and institutions in working towards a more just, transparent and sustainable future. Today, it is the world’s largest initiative bringing together businesses and organisations around the idea of sustainable development. And we are an active and committed member. We have just confirmed this by …
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We are where the future is born. Kochański & Partners once again on the Map of Polish Fintech
From paying for your morning coffee with your phone to quick online applications and loans and smart home budget management in an app, the future is here. What sounded like science fiction a decade ago is now our everyday reality. This is being driven by fintech, one of the fastest-growing sectors of the economy. In …
The Polish energy sector. It’s time to build an ecosystem, not put out fires
Poland’s energy transition represents a historic opportunity, with investments totalling hundreds of billions of zlotys. However, a fundamental change in mindset is required for this process to be successful: a shift from a reactive and chaotic approach to a strategic and integrated one. In this article, Łukasz Młynarkiewicz analyses the key barriers and shows how …
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The first edition of the mentoring programme has come to an end – now it’s time for conclusions and summaries
It has been an intense six months. There have been meetings, tasks, goals, challenges and honest conversations. In November 2024, we launched the first mentoring programme in our firm’s history. We promised its participants a shared adventure, professional development, and the opportunity to form inspiring relationships. Our goal was simple: to create a space where …
Our ESG activities have been included in the “Responsible Business in Poland. Good Practices 2024” report
We know how to change the world for the better and inspire others to take action There is a lot of talk about corporate responsibility these days. But how can we ensure that ESG is more than just a catchy slogan in a company’s strategy presentation, and instead becomes a pillar of its everyday operations? …
We advised Swiss Life Asset Managers on a pan-European acquisition of Otovo’s continental portfolio of residential solar subscription assets
In an era of growing environmental awareness and simultaneous efforts to achieve energy independence, the renewable energy market is undergoing a real revolution. Solar panels for homes are no longer at the cutting edge, but have instead become a widely available and highly attractive option. This is particularly pertinent for the increasing number of people …
Łukasz Młynarkiewicz, a new equity partner and a powerful new energy at Kochański & Partners
The energy transition is undoubtedly the greatest economic, technological and social challenge of our generation. However, the huge investments being made amid a maze of EU regulations, the serious international dimension of the projects, the enormous social pressure, and the significant financial risk all create a demanding landscape in which it is extremely easy to …