Octo Legal is frequently engaged in matters involving corruption, bid rigging, fraud, embezzlement of assets, bond issuance offences, corporate misconduct and breaches of directors’ duties. The team typically advises corporates and individuals, acting for both defendants and injured parties in criminal investigations and proceedings. The running of the practice is overseen by Michał Korolczuk, who specialises in white-collar crime litigation and internal investigations. Aleksandra Knapik and Aleksandra Kulczyk are notable members of the wider team, with Knapik well versed in the healthcare sector, and Kulczyk experienced in economic crimes.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Extremely competent and highly available.’
- ‘The white-collar crime team at Octo is both young and dynamic. They are approachable, they act quickly, but their strategies are well-thought-out. It is clear that they have experience in this field and know it inside out.’
- ‘I had the opportunity to work on a criminal case with Aleksandra Knapik (senior associate) and Michał Korolczuk (partner). Aleksandra has excellent writing skills, analyses and connects facts thoroughly, noticing important circumstances that many might overlook. Michał, on the other hand, is a strategist with many years of experience who is able to accurately predict what will happen in a criminal case and anticipate the response of law enforcement authorities. In my opinion, they complement each other perfectly, and it is clear that Michał has complete trust in Aleksandra.’
- ‘Michał Korolczuk who is not only an excellent lawyer, but also a great trainer who can convey legal knowledge in an inspiring and memorable way.’
- ‘Lawyers with loads of experience and knowledge aren't as strict as in other areas. They've had great success in the cases they handle. They're always on time and ready to help people who need it.’
- ‘A team of excellent professionals who have a deep understanding of the industries in which we work together. A flexible approach to cooperation.’
Key clients
- PORR S.A.
- Janusz Piecyk
- Ele Taxi sp. z o.o. sp. k.
- TRAKCJA S.A.
- Polenergia Fotowoltaika S.A.
- Dominik Lipiec
Lawyers
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Practice head
Michał Korolczuk
Other key lawyers
Aleksandra Knapik; Aleksandra Kulczyk; Katarzyna Pawlonka