DLA Piper Gizinski Kycia sp.k.’s tax practice is recognised for its market-leading securitisation expertise, as well as strong capabilities in M&A tax, tax controversy and W&I insurance-related tax risk. Bartosz Matusik sits at the helm of the practice and is best known for his involvement in securitisation, M&A and real estate transactions. Rafał Dostatni is experienced across the manufacturing, finance, insurance and FMG sectors. Sławomir Mikołajuk is well versed in VAT and withholding tax matters. Łukasz Dynysiuk departed to Rymarz Zdort Maruta in December 2024.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Excellent commercial and industry knowledge combined with legal expertise.’
- ‘Rafał Dostatni is very knowledgeable, disciplined and diligent advisor. He understands the M&A insurance sector so it is good to reach out for his advice.'
- ‘Long-term cooperation, they know our company, our needs very well.’
- ‘Bartosz Matusik is generally a great advisor.’
- ‘The tax team at DLA Piper Gizinski Kycia combines deep technical expertise with a very pragmatic and business-oriented approach. They are responsive, collaborative, and able to translate complex tax issues into clear, actionable advice. Compared to other firms, their strength lies in balancing international perspective with strong local knowledge. Their flexible way of working and openness to client needs, including transparent billing and proactive communication, makes them stand out.’
- ‘The individuals I have worked with distinguish themselves by their accessibility, thoroughness, and ability to anticipate potential issues before they arise. Their professionalism is matched by a pragmatic mindset, which has been particularly valuable. Stand-out partners bring not only technical expertise but also strong client care and the ability to tailor advice to specific business needs.’
- ‘Rafał Dostatni is an outstanding counsel. Whenever I have a tax topic he is my first choice.’
Key clients
- VINCI Construction Usługi Wsparcia
- ALLIANCE MARKET TOV
- LVE OpCo, LLC
- WORLDWIDE ADVENTURE PROPERTIES - POLSKA
- Quesma Poland
- HB REAVIS INVESTMENTS POLAND
- Hatter & Co
- Inalca Poland
- Acciona Nieruchomości
- Amgen
- Astaldi
- Boston Consulting Group
- Cersanit (one of Poland’s biggest producers of ceramics and bathroom equipment)
- DBK Group
- EDP
- WTax
- HP
- KGAL
- Merck
- Metro Properties
Work highlights
Advised Vehis Finanse on the PLN 1.35bn public securitisation of a vehicle lease portfolio.
Advised WTax on withholding tax recovery processes for global funds, including over 60 proceedings and ECJ-based interest claims for non-EU investors.
Advised Atmos Ventures on the USD 1.08bn share-for-share swap between Oxford Ionics and IonQ, including cross-border tax structuring for fund managers in Poland, the US, UAE and UK.
Practice head
Bartosz Matusik
Other key lawyers
Rafał Dostatni; Sławomir Mikołajuk
