‘A very good reputation as one of the best energy and natural resources teams in the CEE. They place great importance on client service and make sure the right person is selected for the job. An excellent team with all-round attention to detail and a commercial, pragmatic approach. All members are helpful in handling projects efficiently.’

‘They are detailed, showing vast knowledge of the law, but also they are very practical, with solutions, good risk assessment, and proving their knowledge of the market and market practices.’

‘Strong leaders with practical experience, knowledge, and teamwork of several specialists that are well-managed by the leaders. This is certainly one of the best practices in Poland regarding oil and gas investment projects.’

‘CMS’ energy team is extremely knowledgeable, committed to finding solutions, and straightforward. The team has big calibre professionals with deep legal knowledge and business acumen for all types of energy work.’

‘Piotr Ciołkowski is highly professional and responds to all requirements of the client immediately and accurately.’

‘Piotr Ciołkowsk and Marcin Bejm are both excellent lawyers with experience in the field of investment projects.’

‘Maciej Ziółkowski is hardworking, responsive, knowledgeable, prompt, and efficient in all engagements and dealings; he is a very tenacious lawyer, very thorough, applies a good commercial approach to his projects, and is extremely professional.’

‘Maciej Ziółkowski has always presented diligence and very high quality work. He is a tremendously good energy advisor and lawyer who combines legal and business advisory. He keeps things straight and to-the-point and is very effective. He always provides comprehensive and competent advice concerning various aspects of the investment process.’

‘The team has a unique set of cross-departmental competences; it is a sizeable team, and one of the most recognisable on the market.’

‘The team is very much client focused with personalised advice and a first-class understanding of the local energy market and regulations.’

The team is distinguished by its in-depth understanding of the energy sector and its regulatory framework in Poland and the EU; a fully professional service and unbiased advice; the capability to provide ad hoc viable concepts to address complex legal situations; and to identify risks and design ways to mitigate them.’

‘The team is very strong and experienced in the market. It has great experience in various projects, including not only renewable energy projects, but also conventional energy projects, such as power plants.’

‘Arkadiusz Krasnodębski is exceptionally well connected, articulate, and experienced. He is an indisputable leader of the team, personally involved in critical moments despite his numerous roles within the organisation of Dentons.’

‘Agnieszka Kulińska is very experienced and recognisable on the market as an industry expert. A skilled lawyer with a very practical approach and an exceptional deal maker.’

‘Agnieszka Kulińska is a very experienced energy M&A lawyer with a great business approach. Her way of proceeding with transactions is appreciated: focusing on the main legal and commercial points, understanding the needs of the business, and a very pro-active approach.’

‘Zbigniew Stasiak is valued for his very unique experience in the oil and gas sector in Poland. He understands the complicated Polish legal regulations and he is very attentive to details.’

‘DZP is the most clever and business-oriented law firm in the Polish energy market. They’ve proven an uncommon capability in understanding the client’s needs and finding the most suitable legal path to achieve them.’

‘Vast experience in the energy sector combined with an unconventional approach to legal problem solving. Legal advice formulated in a clear, plain language that is easily understood by business people.’

‘The team of lawyers has extensive experience and knowledge in the field of issues related to state aid, ownership transformations, corporate matters, and M&A transactions.’

‘The lawyers are distinguished by their extensive knowledge of the issues on which they advise. They show great commitment to work.’

‘DZP has a strong market position in Poland with vast experience in waste-to-energy projects.’

‘Marcin Krakowiak is well connected and has great knowledge.’

‘Rafał Hajduk is always working at the highest professional level and he gives a great sense of legal security.’

‘Special credit to Rafał Hajduk; he has been able to solve very complex legal issues.’

‘Exceptional work ethic, a focus on client needs, and exceptional understanding of commercial realities. By a long shot, the most commercially-minded law firm in Poland combined with top-class legal knowledge.’

‘One of the most widely recognised law firms on the Polish legal market when it comes to energy and natural resources. They have vast experience from working on some of the most complex projects and transactions involving the key segments of this sector.’

‘The lawyers are renowned specialists in their areas of law and have a keen ability to seek out and formulate solutions to extremely complex legal issues. Their excellent and seamless cooperation and their high level of professional expertise ensures the proper protection of client interests.’

‘Has a leading team of lawyers that are proficient in the handling of a range of energy matters. The firm is well known for its work on behalf of blue-chip domestic energy corporate organisations, and also assists international clients. Its team has a proven reputation and extensive experience in projects in the energy field, often advising on transactions and investments.’ 

‘Marek Durski is without a doubt one of the best Polish lawyers in the energy space with exceptional market knowledge and commercial savviness.’

‘Marek Durski does not cease to impress with his pragmatic approach.’

‘Marek Durski is easy to work with, responsive, and gets his team on board to get work done in a timely manner.’

‘Marek Durski is a leading practitioner in the sector – he combines an extraordinary work ethic and attention to detail with excellent legal knowledge and commercial acumen. He has the rare ability of translating complicated legal concepts into language that non-lawyers can easily absorb and understand.’

‘Great sector expertise and a good track record.’

‘Great market knowledge and their commercial orientation to dealing with issues is appreciated.’

‘Good business approach and extraordinary delivery always of the highest quality.’

‘Paweł Puacz has great knowledge and a flexible approach, but most importantly, he is open-minded.’

‘Adrian Król has great devotion and knowledge, and is not afraid to pick up complex matters.’

‘Very knowledgeable and experienced team with a good network and great collaboration.’

‘The lawyers at DLA Piper make up a young and dynamic team. They are people open to new solutions and challenges and they are highly client oriented.’

‘Jacek Giziński has great transactional and energy sector knowledge, and great negotiation skills.’

‘The team has a good understanding of its clients’ businesses.’

‘Good availability and a business approach to matters, and Piotr Brzeziński provides clear legal advice.’

‘The team combines perfect legal capabilities with impressive market knowledge and is able to understand technical issues.’

‘Wojciech Wrochna is impressive. His understanding of EU rules that are defining current energy frameworks makes him unique.’

‘The legal framework for operations in the energy sector is understood well by the team.’

‘The legal services and business operations for the electricity, gas, heat, and fuel sectors are areas in which the lawyers have experience and expertise.’

‘They know how to keep track of every link, which is essential because regulations are changing so quickly.’

‘Linklaters provides effective and accurate advice in a timely manner. They are well placed to provide complex regulatory advice, as well as transactional advice.’

‘What differentiates them from competitors is collaboration with other offices in the network and use of state-of-the-art technology in daily advice.’

‘Jakub Dąbrowski really stands out for his exceptional transactional skills, effective management, and great understanding of the market.’

‘Jakub Dąbrowski is constantly available and has extensive knowledge in all facets of energy. His assistance is exceptional.’

‘The team is always up to date with latest changes in the industry and is therefore a huge support for clients. It seems that they are looking for changes on a daily basis and share them when applicable. Invoices are always transparent and the communication is reliable and professional.’

‘The whole team from SK&S is a joy to work with.’

‘The team is highly professional.’

‘Incredible know-how of the energy market.’

‘Krzysztof Cichocki is a great leader.’

‘Tomasz Młodawski is very knowledgable in regulatory matters.’

‘The team is exceptionally committed and focused on the assignments, and they are at the same time easily accessible as people.’

‘Good and professional cooperation. Work is carried out in a timely manner, using the latest knowledge from the legal environment.’

‘The staff is distinguished by high culture, personal touches, and a willingness to cooperate at every stage of the project.’

‘The team is distinguished by its huge knowledge and professionalism. Necessary changes and explanations regarding the projects are implemented on an ongoing basis.’

‘The law firm’s practitioners demonstrate wide knowledge of legal aspects in theory and in practice.’

‘The team demonstrates experience in the direct implementation of projects related to legal regulations and is familiar with the official and unofficial interpretations of the Energy Regulatory Office.’

‘Maciej Szambelańczyk is an exceptional lawyer who is always personally involved in complex cases. His ability to provide quality advice truly stands out.’

‘Good industry knowledge, good negotiators, and good process management.’

‘A very committed team.’

‘This team is known for good quality of legal due diligence advice and knows the project finance standards very well.’

‘They are one of the best on the Polish market, and they are also very nice to work with on a personal level.’

‘Tomasz Rogalski is a great project finance lawyer who understands the regulatory environment inside out and gets the financing transaction done in a seamless way, and on time.’

‘Tomasz Rogalski manages his team well and clients feel that they are in safe hands with him taking care of a transaction.’

‘Tomasz Rogalski has good attention to detail, and he sees the bigger picture and can select major business issues for commercial discussions.’