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The first silver medal might be beginner’s luck, but winning a second one in a row under even more stringent criteria and against stronger and more numerous competitors is clear confirmation that our approach works and delivers solid results. And this means the bar is now set really high.
We also know that our systems and procedures are effective, our values are genuine, and our commitment yields measurable outcomes. Furthermore, we have demonstrated that a law firm can be both competitive and pioneering, particularly with regard to setting ESG standards.
We are therefore building a legacy that is as valuable to us as Olympic gold.
Operating an Ethical, Transparent and Responsible Business
An EcoVadis medal is one of the most prestigious global recognitions for sustainability performance. The assessment evaluates the following five key areas:
- Ethics
- Labor & Human Rights
- Environment
- Cybersecurity
- Sustainable Procurement
and focuses on real actions, procedures, and management systems, rather than declarations.
Therefore, an EcoVadis rating is not so much an award as a testament to a company’s consistent dedication to its values, which are reflected in its day-to-day operations.
Why is the next Silver Medal More Meaningful?
Just as the criteria for evaluating sustainable business grow and become more rigorous, the award itself is also evolving. This is why this year’s EcoVadis silver medal is not the same trophy that we received three years ago.
While we’ve consistently performed in the top 15% of all companies during this period, rising client awareness and new requirements and opportunities have led EcoVadis to tighten its own standards. From 2024, the threshold for a silver medal has been narrowed from the top 25% to the top 15% of all businesses. Furthermore, the number of organizations we are benchmarked against has grown from 5,300 in 2004 to over 150,000 in 2025.
However, all this makes our latest success feel even more rewarding.
The Power of Sustainability at Kochański & Partners
“This recognition is not just a testament to our organizational maturity, but also the result of the consistent work of our ESG Committee, which has been driving our sustainable transformation for several years. Every aspect of this evaluation is backed by specific decisions, people, and the values we have chosen as the foundation of our firm,” says Piotr Kochański, Managing Partner.
What does this mean for our clients?
- We are a trusted partner in corporate responsibility matters
- We operate in accordance with the highest global sustainability standards
- We are committed to continuous development, building trust with all our stakeholders—clients, employees, suppliers, and business partners
We firmly believe that a law firm can drive change—not only in courtrooms, but also in the business world. That’s why we’ve implemented a series of internal procedures, including a Sustainable Business Policy. We are committed to transparency and social and environmental responsibility, and to ensuring that our decisions – both strategic and operational – have a lasting, positive impact.
We therefore see another EcoVadis silver medal not as a laurel wreath, but as a milestone in a journey we intend to continue with even greater attention, ambition and responsibility.
This award is not the end of our story. It’s an invitation to continue our work — boldly, responsibly, and with a long-term perspective. We know that true leadership isn’t about being first, it’s about being credible. Every single day.