Rymarz Zdort Maruta regularly conducts complex internal investigations, including whistleblowing procedures and forensic reviews. The group also advises on the design and implementation of compliance frameworks aimed at preventing corruption and money laundering, as well as providing dawn raid and interrogation training. Maria Szczepanska takes on the role of practice head and is highly regarded for her experience handling corporate fraud matters and regulatory investigations. Krzysztof Sajchta is another name to note from the wider team. Damian Gudel departed the firm.
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Testimonials
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- ‘I’ve had a few professional interactions with the Rymarz Zdort Maruta team in the past, and they were consistently professional and responsive. However, I haven’t encountered them in any criminal cases involving my clients in recent years.’
- ‘I know Maria Szczepańska, who was recently promoted to partner. She’s a knowledgeable lawyer with a strong grasp of business matters and consistently upholds high professional standards. If asked for a recommendation, I would certainly consider endorsing her—particularly in cases involving business crime defence, where her expertise could be especially valuable.’
- ‘The team mainly benefits from being a part of a big law firm with experts from other areas being available for support.’
- ‘Maria Szczepańska is a really experienced white collar crime lawyer.’
Key clients
- American Heart of Poland S.A.
- ZAW STOART
- Joanna Jel and Wiktoria Jel
- Masawara Mauritius Ltd
- I.D. Beauty International Distribution LLC
- Fortum Silesia S.A.
- Przemyslaw Krych
- Tar Heel Capital
- Former Management Board and Supervisory Board Members of PKP Cargo S.A.
- Eurolot S.A.
- Bank Millennium S.A.
- Wirtualna Polska Media S.A.
- DESA Unicum Auction House
- Colonel Rafal Zadencki
Work highlights
Represented former board members of PKP Cargo S.A. in politically sensitive white-collar proceedings concerning alleged financial misconduct.
Advised Masawara Mauritius Ltd on a cross-border criminal case involving a phishing scheme.
Represented DESA Unicum Auction House in criminal proceedings concerning a painting by Jacek Malczewski.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Maria Szczepanska
Other key lawyers
Krzysztof Sajchta