Soltysinski Kawecki & Szlezak is particularly noted for its expertise in transfer pricing, excise duty, VAT and wealth taxation, and for advising clients in innovative and highly regulated sectors such as FMCG, digital economy, fintech and gaming. Jarosław Bieroński spearheads the practice which benefits from his extensive experience in international tax law. Sławomir Łuczak is a regarded member of the team for his specialism in matters before the tax authorities and administrative courts. Piotr Andrzejak is highly skilled in VAT and indirect tax matters.
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Work Department
Tax, customs and foreign exchange, French Desk
Position
Partner at Sołtysiński Kawecki & Szlęzak. He specializes in tax, customs and foreign exchange law. He has broad experience in international tax law and in representing clients in tax and customs matters before tax and customs authorities and administrative courts.
Career
Before joining SK&S in 1998 he gained experience in a recognized French audit legal firm. In 2001 he was admitted to the bar and became partner in the firm in 2007.
Languages
Polish, English, French
Memberships
- Member of the International Fiscal Association (IFA) - Member of Association Europénne d'Etudes Juridiques et Fiscales (AEEJF) - Member of the Regional Council of Attorneys in Warsaw - Member of the Union Internationale des Avocats (UIA) in the two groups: Tax Law Commission and Family Law Commission
Education
He graduated with a law degree from Poznań University Law School in 1995. In 1994-1995 he pursued studies on civil and commercial law at the Catholic University of Louvain La-Neuve (Belgium).
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Testimonials
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‘The SKS team has the ability to understand different needs and business models, proposing creative solutions.’
‘SKS lawyers have excellent technical skills which, together with their ability to adapt to different business models, enable them to provide creative solutions. Special distinctions to Piotr Andrzejak.’
‘Great technician with a pragmatic approach.’
‘A highly professional team fully committed to the project they led for our company. Thanks to their dedication and substantive contribution, the project was successfully completed and the company received a favourable tax ruling.’
‘High standard and professional behaviour. Fully engaged in the project, always ready to answer and give support.’
‘My go-to practice in Poland. Besides providing wide range of services and addressing various topics from very pointy to global, the team of SKS understands the industry specifics, supports the project from A to Z, addresses question in both technical and practical manners, which helps to finalise the decision on the projects.’
‘Piotr Andrzejak's wide experience is not limited to tax only, but deep into business understanding; ability to support all work streams while working on the tax related projects, including explanation in simple understandable language depending on the audience.'
‘They advise in a wise way, understanding business specifics and rationale, usually their advice is applicable in real life.’
Key clients
- Beyond Electrolux Poland Himeji AG Jastrzebska Spolka Weglowa S.A. Viterra Eurocash Group KOMOROWSKI AND FAMILY FOUNDATION Iliad Purple S.A.S MoonActive Vita Polymer OX2 Ørsted Wind Power A/S Tommy Hilfiger Europe B.V. The Mirowski family Wix.pl
Work highlights
Provided comprehensive tax advice related to the endowment of a Liechtenstein Komorowski & Family Foundation with significant assets, including shares in numerous Polish and foreign companies.