Domanski Zakrzewski Palinka > Warsaw, Poland > Firm Profile

‘Good understanding the market and the needs of the client. Good contact at all levels of the office staff and strategic thinking.’

‘The firm’s ability to assist clients on the matter is satisfactory. We find their services helpful and efficient due to on-time and accurate responses. The lawyers with whom we cooperate have extensive knowledge on the subject. ’

‘Experienced lawyers who have possibility to create multidisciplinary teams. Open for collaboration with in-house lawyers.’

‘Paweł Lewandowski – top litigation and alternative dispute resolutions lawyer, expert in court and arbitration procedures.’

‘Excellent team with dedicated personnel. On different stages of problem-solving process we had support coming from senior to middle management. It makes huge support on every level. International approach.’

‘DZP dispute resolution practice team has successfully positioned itself as a leader in legal solutions on the market. The proactive approach to adopting alternative fee structures has distinguished them in a competitive market. The commitment to ongoing professional development for the attorneys ensures that they remain at the forefront of emerging new trends in litigation.’

‘Paweł Lewandowski possesses extensive knowledge in dispute resolution and his strategic insights have been instrumental in guiding complex litigations. His mentorship of junior associates fosters their professional development, ensuring that the firm maintains a high caliber of legal talent. He is always willing to share his expertise and provide guidance to the clients which is very much appreciated.’

‘Very good knowledge of the industry and the legal issues related to it.’

‘Łukasz Wojdalski is a lawyer with exceptional knowledge and commitment, very communicative and always well-prepared for meetings for hearings.’

‘Broad experience in various areas.’

‘I am pleased to recommend Domanski Zakrzewski Palinka. The team’s deep knowledge of the energy market, combined with their exceptional collaboration skills, sets them apart as a leader in the field.’

‘The team’s availability and responsiveness are truly impressive, always ensuring that clients’ needs are met promptly. Their ability to work seamlessly with stakeholders, both within and outside the firm, ensures smooth and efficient project execution.’

‘It is our pleasure to highly recommend Marcin Krakowiak as an exceptional leader in the field of infrastructure law. His unique expertise in this practice area sets him apart from others in the industry.’

‘In addition to his specialised knowledge, Marcin Krakowiak is highly engaged with his clients, ensuring that their needs are met with the utmost professionalism.’

‘We are confident that Marcin Krakowiak will continue to excel and lead in this field, making him an invaluable asset to any client or firm.’

‘Customer focus and dedication. Excellent knowledge of public procurement rules and regulations in Poland and on cross-border aspects. The team is transparent about legal risks and guided us from a strategic point of view.’

‘Katarzyna Kuźma is a trusted advisor and an excellent lawyer.’

‘Excellent team, very responsive.’

‘The experience with Tomasz Kalicki, Katarzyna Biarda and Magdalena Skowrońska is only positive in all aspects, including quality, speed of reaction, co-operation.’

‘Market leading team, hands-on partners and easy to work with associates.’

‘Very professional, high knowledge and friendly.’

‘Great service and very helpful guidance in Polish law aspects of financing transactions!’

‘Our main contact is Magdalena Skowrońska, who is heading a very responsive, helpful and well-organised team.’

‘High professionalism; very clear agreements; the best practices in communication; very good quality of delivered documentations; very good organisation of process. A very good cooperation.’

‘Excellent combination of an in-depth knowledge of the legal environment, strong negotiation skills and very good understanding of business; this in total contributes to an increase of self-confidence of the clients which translates into increased negotiation power.’

‘To my mind, DZP is the pre-eminent independent Polish firm. Thoroughly reliable in helping international clients doing business in Poland, they are increasingly helping Polish clients do business abroad.’

‘Bartosz Marcinkowski is a joy to work with. Also recommend is partner Sylwia Kuca, who is very good helping international clients navigate the Polish M&A process.’

‘I had a pleasure to work with and participate in many meetings prepared by Domanski Zakrzewski Palinka where we had the possibility to exchange knowledge, learn and build new processes within the organisation.’

‘They are interested in making my life better/easier. I valued in them open-mindedness, doing things in advance, looking for options which can fit to the company and its strategy the most.’

‘On top of the professional expertise and process experience, what sets DZP apart in my opinion is its very good teamwork and good understanding of the client’s needs and expectations. The members of the teams with whom I have worked, irrespective of their seniority, complement each other without competing with each other. This gives the client the certainty and confidence that one is always getting a very high-quality service.’

‘Moreover, DZP has a very good programme of marketing trainings and workshops where they share knowledge with potential clients. Compared to other legal firms they offer much greater access to knowledge and support within maintaining client relationships. This builds trust and loyalty with clients, who return convinced that they are getting a very good service at an appropriate price.’

‘Piotr Andrzejczak is a great M&A lawyer; his proactivity and responsiveness is very valuable.’

‘Jarosław Łukawski exhibits responsiveness, openness and an understanding of the market.’

‘Super responsive. Proactive. Contributors to contemporary and ahead-of-market legal and tech developments.’

‘The team led by attorney Bartosz Marcinkowski stands out for its innovation, professionalism and individual approach to the client.’

‘Each DZP employee had strong sector knowledge to share and the support was delivered by the whole team.’

‘Professional, friendly, with a customised approach.’

‘The greatest strength of this team is how perfectly they complement each other with knowledge and practice. An appropriate specialist is selected for each topic. Any form of meeting is possible, including online, also in English. You can feel and observe how much the team enjoys working together and how competently and proactively they work with the client.’

‘Great knowledge and professionalism. Sharing work experience with other clients. Openness to the client’s needs while firmly presenting legal aspects.’

‘Collaboration with Domanski Zakrzewski Palinka is exceptional. They always inform us in advance about upcoming changes in regulations, are able to advise on exceptionally difficult situations and take great care in protecting their clients’ interests.’

‘What makes the practice unique is, first of all, its people – highly competent, responsive, approachable, acting with the highest degree of integrity, work ethics and understanding of the clients’ culture and business context. Collaboration with the team is smooth, effective and efficient, and the legal advice provided is comprehensible.’

‘The team is very knowledgeable and supportive. They provide very quick responses to all my inquiries.’

‘Katarzyna Zwierz-Wilkocka has been a huge support for us. She really stands out for her exceptional knowledge, her collaborative approach, her quick response rates and going the extra mile to ensure we have all the support we need.’

‘Agata Mierzwa and Justyna Tyć-Brzosko always reply on time, easily adapting their recommendations to individual stakeholders and our company policies, not only referring to pure labour law demands. They also update us on new regulations of their own initiative.’

‘The partner working with us, Agata Mierzwa, treats the company in a way that makes us feel she is part of our team. She cares about the company in a specific and unique way.’

‘Julita Zimoch-Tuchołka is recommended.’

‘The significant strengths of DZP for me include: Industry knowledge with nuances that are important to me and continuous support in refreshing information in completed and current documents.’

‘Very understandable comments for non-professionals. Support in constructing and interpreting algorithms.’

‘Very good time management during meetings. Very good climate of meetings: openness, good atmosphere, and smiles.’

‘The company has a team with a very wide range of specialisms. Since our company has its own legal department, we usually refer requests to DZP on complex matters and have not yet encountered a situation in which the law firm was unable to help us. DZP’s team is very stable, which is an advantage as it does not require us to present the company’s situation every time.’

‘The person with whom we cooperate most is legal adviser Michał Cecerko. As we have been working together for many years, Mr Cecerko is very familiar with the company’s situation. As a result, he always takes into account the specifics of the company’s operations, its current situation, but also pays attention to historical events and previous cooperation, so his involvement goes beyond mere legal advice.’

‘Michał Cecerko draws the company’s attention on his own initiative to significant events or legal changes that may affect the company’s operations.’

‘DZP’s restructuring and insolvency team is well-known for its detail-oriented approach and ability to stay focused even in very challenging environments.’

‘We would like to praise Michał Cecerko, who is easy to access and always very open. Also worth mentioning is support from Damian Cieśla.’

‘Professionalism, good experience.’

‘Michał Cecerko is recommended.’

‘DZP Tax Practice in a nutshell: extraordinary experts with above-average commitment and full involvement in every project, efficiency, proactive and client-oriented approach, and out-of-the-box thinking leading to innovative solutions. Most of all, they always keep their finger on the pulse.’

‘Artur Nowak has vast experience handling tax disputes, which he has proven beyond any doubt. He proposed an accurate and, most of all, effective litigation strategy that was tailor-made for us and our case. His advice is always to the point and focused on our best interests.’

‘We feel that our tax case is important to Paweł Suchocki, as if it was his own. He shows significant commitment and takes responsibility for the tax disputes he handles on our behalf. At the same time, he is always open to discussions and ready to know our perspective on the matter.’

‘Domanski Zakrzewski Palinka’s white-collar crime practice is unique, primarily due to the individual leading it and its distinct approach to practising law. Rafał Karbowniczek, the person in question, supports clients with full commitment and expects the same from his team members. For this team, it is essential to understand and listen to the client’s issues while considering the business environment in which they operate, enabling them to propose and efficiently implement the most appropriate solution.’

‘Rafał Karbowniczek is an extremely charismatic person, dynamic and effective in his undertakings. He has impressive knowledge of criminal law and extensive experience managing complex cases in this field.’

‘The lawyers from this firm deliver services at a far higher level than the competition, distinguished by their extensive knowledge and professionalism.’

‘The team is highly experienced, yet still accessible for day-to-day communication.’

‘Each member of the team demonstrates a deep understanding of business and procedural knowledge. In addition to white-collar crime expertise, they provided valuable assistance from a PR perspective.’

‘Above-average insight into cases makes this department, led by Rafał Karbowniczek, unique; he always identifies solutions that other lawyers overlook.’

‘The combination of the team’s experience and energy is what makes it unique, with commitment and professionalism consistently at the highest level.’

‘Extensive market experience and deep understanding of evolving legal trends.’

‘Broad range of practice areas and specialised expertise.’

‘Comprehensive services offered with a flexible approach to client needs. Highly skilled team of lawyers.’

‘The firm has a team of experienced and highly qualified lawyers, many of them are recognised as experts in their respective fields.’

‘They take into account not only the legal context, but also the broader client environment (including business aspects) and potential risks.’

‘They demonstrate a partnership approach with the client and show strong commitment.’

‘Availability, knowledge, great communication.’

‘The team’s leaders: Mateusz Mądry is a strong name in pharmaceutical and public law. The team stands out for its expertise in public (administrative) and constitutional law, pharmaceutical law, medical devices law.’

‘I value them in particular for their expertise in public/constitutional law, understanding of regulatory aspects, expertise in medical devices, their understanding of business, and their proactiveness.’

‘The practicality in DZP advisory and practical knowledge of the industry are key factors towards our cooperation. Also diversity, Partner’s engagement and easy to go communication style makes DZP as our main external advisor.’

‘I would mentioned here Mateusz Mądry as the standout partner. I appreciate working with him very much. He is very engaged, available, with high quality service, and presents very practical approaches.’

‘Lawyers are unique specialist in the particular domain. One of the best experts in Poland.’

‘DZP has a team of outstanding experts in the life sciences field who understand the industry’s specifics well. Their legal expertise and in-depth knowledge of pharmaceutical and medical device regulations make them unique advisors in the most complex and demanding projects. The firm stands out for its proactive approach to problem-solving, flexibility, and readiness to collaborate even in challenging and rapidly changing legal environments.’

‘I enjoyed working with Marek Paluch and I highly recommend him. Marek brings a deep understanding of life sciences regulations and is greatly skilled at navigating complex legal frameworks. His strategic thinking, attention to detail, and ability to communicate clearly make him an exceptional legal advisor. He consistently provides practical, business-oriented solutions to achieve the best outcomes.’

‘Domanski Zakrzewski Palinka’s Healthcare and Life Sciences team stands out for its deep industry knowledge, practical approach, and exceptional client service. In comparison to other firms, DZP’s healthcare team sets itself apart with its unmatched experience in the industry. Their close working relationships with healthcare regulators, combined with a thorough understanding of local and European legislation, give them an edge in anticipating legal challenges and devising forward-looking strategies for their clients.’

‘Legal advice, speed, understanding of the client’

‘Unique expertise and personalized approach’

‘Stands out for their ability to navigate the complex landscape of intellectual property law, protecting and maximizing the value of creative assets.’

‘The team demonstrates a great level of knowledge and skills.’