Domestic litigation is a core focus of the dispute resolution team at Soltysinski Kawecki & Szlezak, which is notably strong in recognising, challenging and enforcing arbitral awards. It has experience in representing clients before domestic and international arbitration tribunals and European courts, and the group’s broad offering encompasses support with disputes surrounding infrastructure and construction, which are key sectors of interest for practice head Rafał Waszkiewicz, post-M&A transactions, restructuring proceedings, intellectual and industrial property and unfair competition matters. Co-founding partner Stanisław Sołtysiński is another notable name in the practice with demonstrable expertise in arbitration proceedings. Katarzyna Paczuska-Tokarska has appeared before the Supreme Court and administrative tribunals, while Anna Grzywczak-Kubiak is strong in disputes surrounding public infrastructure projects.
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‘One of the best teams in the market, in particular in the field of construction litigation. Great legal skillset and long bench of highly specialised lawyers.’
‘Except for well known partners, including Rafał Waszkiewicz and Jacek Siński, Michał Wach is a person to go to. He combines great legal workshop with exceptionally professional approach. Very dedicated and focused on details.’
‘The team at SK&S is our most trusted collaborator in Poland. They are extremely professional, responsive and proactive.'
‘Due to many years of very successful cooperation with the law firm Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak ("SK&S"), I would like to recommend SK&S as a professional and reliable advisor and business partner, providing legal services at the highest level expected by us. The dispute resolution team is one of the best in Poland, with a proven track record of won cases, in particular - very complex and complicated.’
‘They have a fantastic team which is very experienced in dispute resolution and very knowledgeable. They are efficient and effective and never lose sight of the ultimate goal. They are reliable, responsive and very easy to work with.’
‘Jakub Urbanowicz is an outstanding lawyer who is fantastic at strategy and tactics. He is proactive, very responsive and communicates openly and honestly. He is also great at managing difficult clients, finding compromises and aligning interests.’
‘Of all the firms across Europe supporting us on complex, large-scale litigation, this is one of (if not) the best firm. The quality of the work and how it's delivered is exceptional. Excellent on strategy and advice and case management is very efficient.’
‘Anna Grzywczak-Kubiak - phenomenal talent. Consistently delivers excellent results. Incredibly smart and excellent on strategy and case management.’
Key clients
- MasterCard Europe S.A.
- Nokia Solutions and Networks
- Institut Straumann
- Agrolok sp. z o.o.
- Goodyear Group - Firma Oponiarska Dębica S.A.
- Mostostal Warszawa S.A.
- Ceneo.pl sp. z o.o.
- Anwit sp. z o.o.
- Eurozet Radio sp. Z o. o.
- Eurocash S.A.
Work highlights
- Advising Nokia Solutions and Networks on the execution of a PLN 2.7bn contract to deploy a nationwide turnkey GSM-R and mission-critical backhaul network.
- Represented Eurocash S.A. in overturning a fine imposed by the President of the Competition and Consumer Protection Office, of approximately PLN 76m for alleged abuse of contractual advantage against its suppliers.
- Represented Eurozet Radio and Inforadio in cases where the courts quashed decisions by the National Broadcasting Council’s Chairman imposing high fines on leading private media for radio broadcasts criticising or presenting information unfavourable for the government.
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Practice head
Rafał Waszkiewicz
Other key lawyers
Stanisław Sołtysiński; Jacek Siński; Katarzyna Paczuska-Tokarska; Jakub Urbanowicz; Anna Grzywczak-Kubiak; Mateusz Irmiński; Michał Wach