Lauded for combining ‘specialised expertise, innovative approaches, and truly client-focused service’, Soltysinski Kawecki & Szlezak continues to be a go-to for companies needing support with international IP portfolios and major product rollouts, alongside steady demand from the IT sector for trade mark and software protection. The practice is led by Szymon Gogulski, whose expertise spans industrial property, unfair competition, advertising and copyright. Marek Oleksyn, praised as ’responsive, reliable, and remarkably thorough’, is regularly instructed on EU trade mark and design matters before the courts. Ewa Skrzydło – Tefelska has departed the firm.
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Testimonials
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- ‘My go-to firm in Poland.’
- ‘Marek Oleksyn is upbeat, personable, responsive, and hardworking. It's always a pleasure working with him.’
- ‘SK&S is one of Poland’s leading law firm and its intellectual property team is widely recognised for its depth of expertise and strategic approach. The team handles a broad spectrum of IP mandates, including trade mark enforcement, patent litigation, and IP portfolio management.'
- 'The firm’s collaborative culture and commitment to innovation make it a standout choice for complex IP legal matters in Poland and beyond.’
- 'Marek Oleksyn - his expertise and professionalism have consistently impressed us throughout our collaboration.'
- 'Marek stands out not only for his legal expertise but also for his exceptional client service. He is responsive, reliable, and remarkably thorough. His ability to distil complex legal issues into clear, actionable advice is second to none. His attention to detail and calm demeanour under pressure make him a trusted advisor in high-stakes litigation.'
Key clients
- Authentic Bards Group (ABG)
- Celltrion
- Delta Light
- Etos SA
- FPS Cegielski
- Guma Holdings
- Health Labs Care S.A.
- IKEA
- Inter Cars SA
- Jeronimo Martins Polska
- John Deere
- Joinco Poland
Work highlights
Advised SOLARIS Bus & Coach on technology transfer contracts, including patents, trade secrets, copyrights and design rights.
Represented ROLEX in various proceedings aimed at protecting its brand in Poland.
Represented PRADA in numerous proceedings related to trade mark infringement (PRADA and Miu Miu).
Lawyers
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Practice head
Szymon Gogulski
Other key lawyers
Marek Oleksyn; Mikołaj Stępkowski; Arkadiusz Wójtowicz; Wojciech Wizner; Aleksandra Hryniewska-van den Berkmortel