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Tax

Characterised by tis expertise in the energy, real estate, finance and technology sectors, CMS is frequently instructed on the tax aspects of some of the largest M&A deals in the Polish market. Andrzej Pośniak anchors the practice is lauded for his expertise in tax structuring, optimisation and litigation. Małgorzata Brauckmann-Sajkiewicz is a key contact for German-speaking clients. Piotr Nowicki is the corporate-expert, most frequently seen advising on M&A transactions. Paulina Karpińska-Huzior is the go-to for tax litigation and Karol Kozłowski excels in the structuring of corporate and real estate transactions.
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Testimonials

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  • Good knowledge and timely input on cases.
  • ‘My first choice in Poland for difficult tax structuring tasks.There is always a senior lawyer leading the case and they work efficiently. They are easy to work with, friendly, good listeners and provide the advice which you need, not less or more. I get all my concerns addressed - I really appreciate their agile style of working’
  • ‘I would like to mention Malgorzata Brauckmann Sajkiewicz with whom I have started to work recently. I am truly impressed by her working style - solution oriented, collaborative and an excellent listener and communicator. She is in a (tax) league of her own. We will be coming back. ’
  • ‘Team was able to quickly join the running project and provide tailored advice on the tax aspects of a complex business model prepared by the parties.’
  • ‘Piotr Nowicki and Maciej Brezdeń were keen to understand all the details of the project and commercial expectations of the parties in order to provide a comprehensive and business oriented advice.’
  • ‘A pragmatic, deal-oriented mindset, ensuring advice facilitates rather than hinders transactions.'

Key clients

  • Grupa Azoty
  • Inpost
  • Advent International
  • Polski Fundusz Rozwoju
  • mBank
  • Macquarie’s Group – Green Investment Group
  • Amundi Immobilier
  • Montagu Private Equity
  • Corum XL
  • Grupo Lar

Work highlights

Advising GREYKITE on the acquisition of a logistics portfolio in Poland.
Advising Scandit on the acquisition of MarketLab’s technology assets.

Lawyers

Leading partners

The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.

Next Generation Partners

Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Leading associates

Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Karol Kozłowski
Karol Kozłowski
Practice head

Andrzej Pośniak

Other key lawyers

Piotr Nowicki; Małgorzata Brauckmann-Sajkiewicz; Paulina Karpińska-Huzior; Karol Kozłowski; Maciej Brezdeń