
Rymarz Zdort Maruta features a TMT practice that can provide clients with support in various areas of activity, including agreement negotiations, investment advice, procurement, compliance with DORA and the EU AI Act, and audits. The members are praised for ‘offering advice that is both commercially relevant and easy to apply’, showing in-depth understanding of the sector-specific requirements. Jointly heading the practice, Marcin Maruta is a prolific TMT attorney whose clientele includes industry leaders, while Bartlomiej Wachta is proficient in public procurement matters. Other key names are Aleksandra Modzelewska, Magdalena Kazanecka, Michal Pekala and Jakub Kowal. Michal Kulesza departed in February 2026.
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Testimonials
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- The team is very responsive and thinks outside the box. Every member of the assigned team has plenty of knowledge and experience in the game development industry, which my company represents.
- Individuals with whom I worked are very responsive, and they can provide solutions based on practice. The partners are very responsive and have a hands-on approach.
- ‘Aleksandra Modzelewska is renowned for her dedication and precision. She consistently produces high-quality work, paying close attention to every detail, and is always on hand to explain complex TMT issues in simple terms. Her ability to bridge the gap between legal requirements and technical realities is impressive, and she proactively finds solutions that fit our business. Magdalena Kazanecka is another key member of the team, particularly with regard to IT contracts and SLAs. Her expertise ensures that our agreements are robust yet practical, and she always takes the time to understand our specific needs. Both Aleksandra and Magdalena are approachable and reliable, and a pleasure to work with. I also can highly recommend Michal Pekala, whose negotiation skills are of the highest value.’
- ‘High work standards, full professionalism in action and knowledge of the details of legal and business issues and challenges in areas; copyright/IT law, public procurement law, public tenders and taxes.’
- ‘Rymarz Zdort Maruta’s TMT team are excellent professionals. Their knowledge and experience in TMT is extensive, and they even help me understand business standards.’
- ‘Michal Pekala leads from the front. He knows the TMT sector, spots issues before they land, and negotiates with focus. Jakub Kowal brings deep legal insight; his advice is solid, practical, and ready for action.’
- ‘Michał Pękała and Jakub Kowal are our main points of contact at the firm. They are responsive, pragmatic and easy to deal with. We would happily work with them again.’
- ‘Rymarz Zdort Maruta’s TMT practice stands out for its deep understanding of the technology and gamedev landscape. The team combines legal excellence with a real appreciation for the challenges and opportunities in our sector, offering advice that is both commercially relevant and easy to apply. They are approachable, quick to respond, and use modern tools to keep communication seamless.’
- ‘Michał Pękała brings deep expertise in the video games industry and has a talent for transforming complex concepts into clear, effective agreements. He is approachable and communicates in a way that makes even difficult topics easy to understand. He is a true partner for us. Jakub Kowal stands out for his methodical approach, always providing clear guidance on challenging matters. Aleksandra Modzelewska is proactive and detail-oriented, consistently identifying key issues early on. I value their professionalism, responsiveness, and the genuine support they offer.'
Key clients
- PZU S.A., PZU Zycie, PZU CO, PZU PTE and PZU TFI
- Bank Handlowy w Warszawie S.A. (CITI Handlowy)
- Credit Agricole Bank Polska S.A.
- LexisNexis Risk Solution Europe Ltd
- Dom Maklerski Banku Ochrony Srodowiska S.A.
- Mutares SE & Co. KGaA
- Reikon Games
- Erste Group Bank AG
- Arcus European Investment Manager LLP
Work highlights
Advised Reikon Games in their negotiations of an option agreement regarding the audiovisual adaptation of the "Ruiner” game with Universal Studios.
Advised Bank Handlowy w Warszawie S.A. (CITI Group) on the design and implementation of AI-based solutions with regard to the EU AI Act.
Advised Arcus Infrastructure Partners on its investment in FixMap sp. z o.o.
Lawyers
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Marcin Maruta; Bartlomiej Wachta
Other key lawyers
Aleksandra Modzelewska; Magdalena Kazanecka, Michal Pekala; Jakub Kowal


