Advising on the full lifecycle of ECM and DCM mandates, DLA Piper Gizinski Kycia sp.k. covers public offerings in Poland and abroad, private placements, offer documentation and listing work, as well as debt issuances including green bonds and other structured financing instruments. Jakub Domalik-Plakwicz helms the practice and is especially well known for his expertise in initial and secondary public offerings. Rafał Kluziak is a key feature of the team and is well versed in mandates concerning the tech sector, as well as regulatory matters.
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Testimonials
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- ‘This practice is unique in combining deep legal expertise with strong commercial awareness and a global reach. Clients value the team’s ability to deliver practical, tailored advice and manage complex cross-border matters seamlessly.’
- ‘The individuals we work with at DLA Piper stand out for their professionalism, responsiveness, and ability to provide practical, business-focused advice. Unlike competitors, they consistently take the time to understand our specific needs and adapt their guidance accordingly. We particularly value their collaborative approach, accessibility, and strategic insight. Partners bring strong leadership and commercial awareness, while associates demonstrate reliability, attention to detail, and dedication. Together, they form a trusted team that adds real value to our projects.’
- ‘Team's strength, capacity, appropriate resourcing, probably the largest capital markets / M&A team on the market ’
- ‘Jakub Domalik-Plakwicz, Marek Kłeczek, Wojciech Kalinowski and Rafał Kluziak ’
- ‘A team of professionals with very good knowledge of the law and, most importantly, exceptional practical and transactional experience. Very good internal communication between team members, full availability, work always done on time. A reasonable approach to billing.’
- ‘Jakub Domali-Platwicz – strategic approach, extensive transaction experience, understand the strategic aspects of the transaction, pro-business approach, ability to actively participate in effective negotiations of key aspects of the transaction, availability and excellent communication.
Key clients
- Polenergia S.A.
- Vigo Photonics S.A.
- TIM S.A.
- International Personal Finance plc
- Harper Hygienics S.A. and SIA “iCotton”
- Brand24 S.A., Larq Fund, Unfold.vc and Michal Sadowski and Piotr Wierzejewski
- Discovery
- Liberty Global
- Sygnity
- Dadelo
- Shoper
Work highlights
Advising Vigo Photonics S.A. on the review of strategic options, including potential investor acquisition or shareholder restructuring, to support the development of its photonic integrated circuit and infrared technology projects.
Advised Brand24 and its main shareholders on the PLN 98m (USD 25m) sale of a 57.6% stake to US-based Semrush and the subsequent tender offer for the remaining shares.
Advised Polenergia on the establishment of a PLN1 billion Green Bond Programme and the PLN750 million inaugural Green Bond issuance to finance offshore wind and other renewable energy projects.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Jakub Domalik-Plakwicz
Other key lawyers
Rafał Kluziak; Wojciech Kalinowski; Marek Kleczek; Arkadiusz Karwala; Michał Bałdowski