Greenberg Traurig Nowakowska-Zimoch Wysokinski Sp. k boasts ‘extensive experience’ in expertly handling all phases of domestic and international securities transactions. The group’s offering includes advice on bond offerings, takeovers, delistings, and IPOS and secondary offerings. Rafał Sieński sits at the helm of the practice, and he is ably supported by Paweł Piotrowski, who is lauded as ’one of the most experienced capital markets specialists on the local market’; both lawyers exhibit expertise in the public and private offerings of equity and debt securities. DCM specialist Andrzej Wysokiński is another key member of the practice, as is Łukasz Pawlak, who is particularly active in the regulatory space, and Daniel Kaczorowski, who advises clients on bond offerings.
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‘They are always top professional, they are quick and detailed in professional answers/advisory. If we want to clarify any legal issue we are asking them and receive deep professional analysis with described consequences of the issue. During executing of transactions they are focused on solving any problems and professional advice.’
‘They are always focused on solving problems and are available when needed. Always ready to help. And their knowledge about law is always up-to-date.’
‘Very good team with high competence and extensive experience. Constant contact during the process. Keeping the schedule in check. Proposals for solutions to difficult issues.’
‘Flexibility of cooperation. Broad knowledge of both the capital market and business. Availability at all times. Openness.’
‘Greenberg Traurig's capital markets team in Poland is the top choice for anyone looking for capital markets' legal advice on the local market. Having them on a deal serves as a guarantee that all the legal aspects of a transaction will be taken care of to the highest standards. The team is always well-prepared, works as per defined deadlines and provides for seamless execution of a transaction.’
‘Paweł Piotrowski, partner in the capital markets team at GT, is one of the most experienced capital markets specialists on the local market. His vast transaction experience and engagement provides for the best deal execution, and allows to identify early on and mitigate any potential legal obstacles; he clearly explains all the complexities of any legal conundrum and provides comprehensive advice.’
‘Top-notch team of professionals with exceptional expertise, hands-on approach and deep understanding of the clients' business needs.’
‘Paweł Piotrowski is an exceptional lawyer for capital markets transactions. Paweł combines legal skills, expertise and business-minded approach, which makes him the best for navigating complexities of these type of transactions.'
Key clients
- BNP Paribas SA
- KI Chemistry S.A.
- Santander Bank Polska S.A.
- Goldman Sachs
- Polsat Plus Group
- PCF Group
- CCC S.A.
- Techland S.A.
- Modivo S.A.
- WOOD & Company
Work highlights
- Advising CVC Capital Partners on its takeover of Comarch S.A., in particular the launch of a tender offer for all shares in Comarch S.A. and contemplated delisting of Comarch from WSE (public-to-private transaction, or P2P).
- Advised BNP Paribas SA, acting as the seller, on the offering, through an accelerated bookbuilding process, of BNP Paribas Bank Polska S.A. shares.
- Represented Santander Bank Polska, a sole global coordinator and bookrunner, in the rights issue of Polenergia S.A.
Lawyers
Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.
Grzegorz Socha
Practice head
Rafał Sieński
Other key lawyers
Paweł Piotrowski; Andrzej Wysokiński; Łukasz Pawlak; Daniel Kaczorowski; Mateusz Zaleński; Grzegorz Socha