B2R Law Jankowski Stroinski Zieba > Katowice, Poland > Firm Profile
B2R Law Jankowski Stroinski Zieba Offices
Uniwersytecka 20
40-007 Katowice
Poland
B2R Law Jankowski Stroinski Zieba > The Legal 500 Rankings
Poland > White-collar crime Tier 2
The white-collar crime practice at B2R Law Jankowski Stroinski Zieba is a popular choice for matters related to mismanagement, tax crimes, fraud and anti-money laundering. Bartlomiej Jankowski leads the practice, which benefits from his expertise in advising on the liability of individuals in company bodies and on anti-corruption matters. Edyta Zalewska is also a key member of the team, who frequently represents entities injured as a result of a crime.Practice head(s):
Bartłomiej Jankowski
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘They have great knowledge, experience and practice. Also, an open mind to win.’
‘Bartłomiej Jankowski and Edyta Zalewska simply make you feel comforted all the time. There is no such moment when you are left with any doubts or questions. Cooperation with them is so smooth that you can even forget that you came with an issue, because they simply come and take it off your shoulders.’
‘Bartłomiej Jankowski being a leader of the B2R white-collar practice provides a great combination of the standard typical for big law firms and the individual approach of boutique firms. He has also a strong academic background and deep understanding of businesses.’
‘Bartłomiej Jankowski – very experienced, alway available, advice very clear.’
Work highlights
- Represent a Palestinian Guantanamo Bay detainee, as an aggrieved party, in criminal proceedings regarding illegal CIA Black Sites.
- Defending a former manager at global telecoms firm Huawei against charges of alleged spying.
- Representing officials from the Polish Financial Supervision Authority who were accused of alleged negligence in service referring to supervision over a financial market entity.
Poland > Construction Tier 3
Poland > Private equity Tier 3
B2R Law Jankowski Stroinski Zieba is highly regarded for its expertise in venture capital mandates, and it frequently advises clients on technology-based transactions in Poland and across the wider CEE region. The group is highly adept at assisting major local and international private equity funds with their investments and divestments, in addition to advising on fund formations. Rafał Stroiński chairs the team with a broad client roster encompassing major Polish, CEE-based, and international private equity houses, investment funds, entrepreneurs, management and financial advisors, and institutional investors. Aleksandra Polak left for LSW Bieńkowski, Laskowski, Leśnodorski, Melzacki and Partners sp.k. in June 2023.Practice head(s):
Rafał Stroiński
Other key lawyers:
Agnieszka Hajos-Iwańska; George Havaris
Key clients
PKO VC
Barings BDC Inc.
Fidiasz EVC
KnowledgeHub
Apis Venture sp. z o.o.
Life Science Innovation Fund
Learn Capital
Next Road Ventures
RKK VC
Pinova Capital
PGNiG Ventures
Paine Schwartz Partners
Stability Capital
Abris Capital
TPG Capital
Resource Partners
Francisco Partners
PFR TFI
Partners Group
Goldman Sachs
Kennet Partners
Tar Heel Capital
Work highlights
- Advised HiTech ASI fund, managed by Vinci S.A., on an investment into OASIS Diagnostics S.A.
- Advised Graham Partners, a private investment firm targeting technology-driven advanced manufacturing companies, on its acquisition of Taoglas Group Holdings Ltd.
- Advised Polish unicorn DocPlanner on its acquisition of MyDr, which is its first acquisition on the Polish market.
Poland > Real estate Tier 3
B2R Law Jankowski Stroinski Zieba‘s real estate practice provides comprehensive advice across various asset classes, including commercial property, office buildings, retail, logistics, and green energy. The team frequently advises on complex construction and infrastructure projects. Rafał Zięba, who specialises in the acquisition and sale of assets, co-heads the practice with Andrzej Zając, a key contact for international investors seeking advice on matters relating to warehouse portfolios.Practice head(s):
Rafał Zięba; Andrzej Zając
Key clients
Vestas Manufacturing
MDC2
White Star Real Estate Property Managing
OHL ŽS
Johnson Matthey
Mace (Poland)
BÖGL a KRÝSL
IceMos Technology
CB Engineering
Echo Investment
Poland > Dispute resolution Tier 4
B2R Law Jankowski Stroinski Zieba represents Polish and international companies across a variety of contentious mandates, including corporate and commercial litigations, human rights cases, arbitration proceedings, and investigations. Founding partner Bartłomiej Jankowski sits at the helm of the department. Other key members of the group include Roman Iwański, who leads the commercial law practice as well as the arbitration practice, and ‘experienced litigation lawyer’ Edyta Zalewska.Practice head(s):
Bartłomiej Jankowski
Other key lawyers:
Roman Iwański; Edyta Zalewska; Paulina Milewska-Mróz
Testimonials
‘B2R Law has been taking care of my case pro bono. They have been extremely thorough and make me feel safe.’
‘For the last three years I have been working with Roman Iwański and Paulina Milewska-Mróz. They form an outstanding crew of lawyers – very communicative, attentive, patient and generous with their time and energy. They are always there for me, responding with urgency and care. They are fighting for me, and the good cause at the same time.’
‘Their deep knowledge and ability to conduct legal services. I’m always impressed with the way they are dealing with difficult and complex cases. At the same time they have super soft skills and are easy-going lawyers.’
‘Bartłomiej Jankowski has great charisma and shines with knowledge and experience, even though he has a humble approach.’
‘Edyta Zalewska is a sharp, well experienced person that knows how to act to succeed.’
‘The team at B2R think out of the box when resolving complex matters. They provide detailed analysis of entrusted tasks and deliver client-tailored advice, taking into account the client’s expectations.’
‘Edyta Zalewska is an experienced litigation lawyer who can lead the client efficiently through the twists and turns of the litigation proceedings. Definitely a person to rely on.’
‘Extremely helpful and efficient. Positive outcome.’
Key clients
Dantex Sp. z o.o. Wilcza Sp. K.
Work highlights
- Representing human rights activist Elżbieta Podleśna in a number of criminal cases instigated against her by the Prosecutor’s Office.
- Representing a non-binary individual, who is a citizen of both the United States and Poland, and was present at an LGBT protest in August 2022.
- Representing the former publishing director of Gazeta Wyborcza in an employment dispute with his former employer Agora S.A.
Poland > Employment Tier 4
B2R Law Jankowski Stroinski Zieba‘s employment practice, which is overseen by Paulina Wyrostek, plays a key role in the firm’s wider commercial law practice group, which is led by Roman Iwański. The firm is particularly well known for assisting international companies with issues applicable to their Polish subsidiaries, advising on relocations, and assisting with market entry.Practice head(s):
Roman Iwański; Paulina Wyrostek
Testimonials
‘B2R are very responsive, practical and commercial. Great value for money. Very experienced in providing advice on Polish law issues for international clients.’
‘Roman Iwański is our main contact person and he is excellent. Very responsive and practical.’
‘This an innovative and modern law firm, involved in many socio-cultural initiatives. Young, efficient team, available at any time.’
‘Roman Iwański is an attorney capable of effectively defending the interests of his client, he has thorough knowledge and experience. The client’s well-being remains a priority at every stage of his case. He shows the highest empathy, the ability to listen carefully, diplomacy, patience and tact.’
Key clients
Project Gutenberg – Jerzy Wójcik
Shaw Development
Allvue Systems
UAB 360 IT
Netlfow, UAB (PL: Radically Better Internet)
GTS International Limited
EG A/S
ADN Polska sp. z o.o./ ADN Connection S.A.R.L.
NFQ Technologies
OKIN Facility
Helping Hand 24
Eventim
Orbify
Scylla
Keyloop
Inflect
Orope Poland
The Village Network
Wojciech Graczyk
Europejska Akademia Dyplomacji
Association of International Certified Professional Accountants (AICPA)
University of Notre Dame
CEE Attorneys Lithuania
Francisco Partners
Work highlights
- Representing the former publishing director of Gazeta Wyborcza in an employment dispute with his former employer Agora.
- Advised Sprout Social on its $140m acquisition of Tagger Media.
- Assisted Allvue Systems with the relocation of its Ukrainian office to Poland following the outbreak of the war.
Poland > Banking and finance Tier 6
Poland > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 6
B2R Law Jankowski Stroinski Zieba‘s corporate and M&A team is well versed in handling a range of transactions, including venture capital, private equity, and public-listed M&A mandates, which often involve cross-border elements. The firm is also skilled in advising clients on entering the Polish market. Rafał Stroiński spearheads the practice.Practice head(s):
Rafał Stroiński
Other key lawyers:
Agnieszka Hajos–Iwańska
Testimonials
‘Very knowledgeable team.’
‘Rafał Stroiński has enormous experience in negotiations and difficult and complicated deals. Available 24/7 which is quite unique.’
‘Good knowledge.’
‘Deal makers, not only lawyers.’
Key clients
DocPlanner
Auxilius Pharma
Dentametr
B+N Referencia Zrt.
Saas Labs US Inc.
The Village Network Sp. z o.o.
Business Angels
Kennet Partners and Digital+ Partners
Paine Schwartz Partners
Ambulero Inc
Meta Ventures
Gabi
Retail Robotics
Acquinex
Work highlights
- Advised the minority shareholders of Audioteka S.A., representing approximately 40% of the company’s share capital, on the sale of shares to Wirtualna Polska Holding S.A., a company listed on the main market of the Warsaw Stock Exchange.
- Advised Vinci S.A. on the investment of the HiTech ASI fund managed by the client into OASIS Diagnostics S.A. for nearly PLN14m.
- Advised Polish unicorn DocPlanner on its acquisition of MyDr.
Client Testimonials
CLIENT: Claus Trillingsgaard
COMPANY/FIRM: Keyloop
TESTIMONIAL: B2RLaw has been playing an active and instrumental role in realizing our ambition to establish a strong brand equity and presence in one of the most competitive software engineering hubs in the world. Their deep insight in Polish corporate, employment, real estate and general commercial law has given us an edge in finding the right solutions from day zero. It’s a pleasure to work with empathetic, dedicated and solution-oriented professionals from a legal partner that doesn’t just point out risks, but proactively helps to address them and even turns some into opportunities.
CLIENT: Mariusz Koperek
COMPANY/FIRM: Lantmannen Unibake Poland
TESTIMONIAL: The legal advice provided by B2RLaw has been professionally performed, in a manner which corresponds to our needs and business challenges.
CLIENT: Agnieszka Gotlibowska Horszczak
COMPANY/FIRM: Canal+ Polska
TESTIMONIAL: I believe that the high standard of legal expertise provided by B2RLaw law firm is guaranteed by the broad expertise and experience of their lawyers.
CLIENT: Karolina Sulma
COMPANY/FIRM: Skanska Property Poland
TESTIMONIAL: B2RLaw’s lawyers have provided to Skanska Property Poland sp. z o.o. permanent comprehensive legal services, in particular in relation to construction, real estate law, as well as in relation to administrative proceedings. We are very pleased to have had the opportunity of cooperating with the team of B2RLaw for several years now, and we believe that the high quality of legal advice that they provide is guaranteed by the qualifications of the lawyers from their firm.
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TESTIMONIAL: ‘Strong young and innovative team, hungry and keen to delivery – really impressed.’
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TESTIMONIAL: ‘Very motivated team led by an experienced M&A and PE expert – Rafał Stroiński.’
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TESTIMONIAL: ‘Rafał Stroiński is great with clients and has extensive experience in PE deals.’
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TESTIMONIAL: ‘It is a large team with a strong early stage VC practice, litigation, real estate.’
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TESTIMONIAL: ‘They are knowledgeable and practical in their approach.’
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TESTIMONIAL: ‘Bartłomiej Jankowski is a leader in the dispute resolution practice of B2R Law.‘
Diversity
B2RLaw’s Socially responsible
Diversity & Inclusion
Diversity and inclusion are integral to both our internal and external culture. The legal business is a business made of people, and based on relationships. Diverse relationships lay at the heart of our firm. We are open and transparent about our numbers, our targets and the initiatives we take to promote diversity and inclusion. We have set a clear target to have a partnership made up of at least 40% females by the end of 2022.
Pro Bono & The Community
Social responsibility is not just a marketing catchphrase for B2RLaw, but a mission statement that reflects our core values. Though the primary goal of our lawyers is to dedicate themselves to B2R’s business clients, we strongly encourage them to also engage in pro bono work. At B2RLaw we believe that it is our obligation to give back to the community as well as support those that are less fortunate or oppressed. B2RLaw takes great pride whenever its lawyers are recognized for pro bono work, most recently by the Polish Ombudsman.