The team at SPCG Studnicki Pleszka Cwiakalski Górski is well-equipped to advise investment fund managers on disputes and regulatory matters. Artur Zapała leads the group.
Investment funds in Poland
SPCG Studnicki Pleszka Cwiakalski Górski
Baker McKenzie Krzyzowski i Wspólnicy Sp.k.
Operating from the firm's Warsaw office, the investment funds team at Baker McKenzie Krzyzowski i Wspólnicy Sp.k.‘s leverages the strength of the firm's broader global network to assist international and domestic clients with mandates. The group has a solid track record in advising investors and asset managers on cases concerning fund formation, compliance and investments into the Polish market, as well as regulatory issues. Practice head Jerzy Bombczyński is 'a highly experienced and open-minded investment funds lawyer'. Sebastian Mikina handles cross-border matters, and Bartosz Łabuda brings expertise in banking and finance law.
Praxisleiter:
Jerzy Bombczyński
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Sebastian Mikina; Bartosz Łabuda
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‚The Baker McKenzie team demonstrates exceptional expertise in navigating new regulatory frameworks. They provided high-quality, forward-looking advice on the structuring and regulatory aspects of new investment products introduced in the Polish market.‘
‚Jerzy Bombczyński is both genuinely professional and approachable — someone you can rely on to balance legal excellence with practical, solution-oriented thinking and strong interpersonal skills.‘
‚Baker McKenzie Poland’s investment funds practice is distinguished by its deep expertise in regulatory frameworks and innovative financial instruments.‘
Kernmandanten
Montis Capital
PFR Ventures sp. z o.o.
PFR TFI S.A.
Enterprise Investors
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- Advising Montis Capital on the establishment and operations of a venture capital investment fund for investing in ESG-focused companies.
- Advising Revetas Capital on implementing ESG regulations and ensuring compliance with the EU Green Deal regulatory agenda.
CMS
CMS‘ multi-disciplinary team is well known in the Polish market for its strength in advising on a broad range of investment fund matters, with particular expertise in closed-end investment funds. The group continues to handle a high volume of work relating to the structuring, establishment and liquidation of funds. Błażej Zagórski, a key name to note for fund formation mandates, heads up the practice. Ryszard Manteuffel is well-versed in handling cross-border instructions, Marcin Bejm focuses on infrastructure investments, and Sławomir Czerwiński and Mateusz Stępień are very experienced in assisting with private equity transactions. Piotr Ciołkowski has left the firm.
Praxisleiter:
Błażej Zagórski
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Ryszard Manteuffel; Marcin Bejm; Sławomir Czerwiński; Mateusz Stępień
Kernmandanten
PFR Ventures
PFR Fundusz Funduszy FIZ
Fundusz Ekspansji Zagranicznej
Polish Development Fund (Polski Fundusz Rozwoju)
Capmont
PFR Nieruchomości
PFR Fundusz Inwestycji Samorządowych FIZAN
Advent International
Syntaxis Capital
Fidelity Funds
Conseq Funds
NextEnergy Capital
Bank Gospodarstwa Krajowego
Vinci ZASI
DLA Piper Gizinski Kycia sp.k.
At DLA Piper Gizinski Kycia sp.k., the ‘excellent’ team is sought after by investors and fund managers for its strength in advising on a wide range of matters in the investment funds area, including tax and carried interest issues. Among the key practitioners to note are tax expert Bartosz Matusik, Katarzyna Wacławek, who has extensive experience in transactional matters, and Michał Pietuszko, who focuses on real estate work.
Praxisleiter:
Jacek Giziński; Mariusz Hyla; Jakub Marcinkowski; Jakub Domalik-Plakwicz; Bartosz Matusik; Marta Frąckowiak; Katarzyna Wacławek
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Michał Pietuszko
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‘The DLA team is a pleasure to work with. They are highly responsive and knowledgeable, with broad experience in multiple areas and legal practices and have provided valuable advice and insights throughout an extensive deal process with respect to complex multi-jurisdictional transactions. I will gladly recommend the team as the go-to point of contact for any client.’
‘They are not only lawyers but most importantly business advisors.’
Kernmandanten
TAR HEEL CAPITAL
WhiteHorse Capital Management
DEKPOL CAPITAL
Amber 2022 Direct Lending Fund
SCP Financial Investments
HB REAVIS INVESTMENTS POLAND
Avallon
Corestate Capital Holding
Elite Partners Capital
Estlin Investments
KGAL Investment Management
Kuwait Financial Center ‘Markaz’
MCI.PrivateVentures
Mid Europa Partners
PFR (Polish Development Fund)
Polish Enterprise Fund VIII
Resource Partners
Stena Fastigheter
PwC Legal Zelaznicki sp.k.
The team at PwC Legal Zelaznicki sp.k. garners praise for its 'unparalleled professionalism and ability to deliver results on complex legal matters'. Under the leadership of Wojciech Trzciński, the group is very experienced in advising on the formation and maintenance of funds, reorganisations, transactional matters, compliance and fund-related tax cases. The practice is well-known for its expertise in handling closed-end investment funds. Banking and finance expert Lukasz Lyczko is a practitioner to note, as is Katarzyna Kaczmarzyk, who focuses on fund restructuring matters. Paulina Szewc is a key name in the Krakow office.
Praxisleiter:
Wojciech Trzciński
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Lukasz Lyczko; Katarzyna Kaczmarzyk; Paulina Szewc
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‚They provided an exceptional level of support. Their expert guidance and proactive management were instrumental. The contributions of Wojciech Trzciński and Paulina Szewc were truly outstanding. Their deep expertise, combined with a dedicated and responsive approach, proved invaluable. They consistently demonstrated unwavering commitment, which truly made a difference in achieving a successful and timely outcome.‘
‚The individuals I work with distinguish themselves through their exceptional professionalism, deep expertise, and proactive approach. What sets them apart from the competition is their ability to consistently deliver high-quality results while maintaining a client-focused mindset. Wojciech and Paulina stand out for their deep legal knowledge, strategic thinking, and responsiveness.‘
‚Wojciech Trzciński is resilient.‘
Clifford Chance, Janicka, Kruzewski, Stosio i wspólnicy spólka komandytowa
The investment funds team at Clifford Chance, Janicka, Kruzewski, Stosio i wspólnicy spólka komandytowa operates out of the firm's Warsaw office, leveraging the firm's global network to assist domestic and international clients with a broad range of matters. The group's workload includes financing and compliance matters, and the department fields expertise in dispute resolution. Practice head Andrzej Stosio is well known for acting as counsel to fund managers on mandates; he is ably supported by Anna Biała and Wojciech Polz.
Praxisleiter:
Andrzej Stosio
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Anna Biała; Wojciech Polz
CRIDO
CRIDO‘s investment funds practice has a solid track record in advising on the structuring of funds, transactional matters, compliance issues and tax cases. Practice head Mateusz Baran is well versed in handling cross-border transactions. Katarzyna Żółcińska, corporate expert Michał Klimowicz, Barbara Kwaśnicka and Dominik Przywara are key names to note.
Praxisleiter:
Mateusz Baran
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Katarzyna Żółcińska; Michał Klimowicz; Barbara Kwaśnicka; Dominik Przywara
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‘CRIDO’s investment funds team combines strong transactional expertise with a deep understanding of regulatory frameworks and fund structuring. The practice is known for its ability to deliver clear, business-oriented advice on fund formation, compliance and ongoing operations. The team stands out for its responsiveness, precision and pragmatic problem-solving. They are adept at coordinating between legal, tax and financial aspects, ensuring smooth communication and effective implementation. Their collaborative mindset and practical approach make them a trusted adviser for both fund managers and investors.’
‘The investment funds team brings together highly skilled lawyers and business-minded professionals. Their ability to navigate complex regulatory frameworks while offering commercially practical solutions ensures that our clients receive advice that is both precise and forward-looking. We especially value their responsiveness, deep sector knowledge, and the assurance that even the most sophisticated fund structures are managed with care and expertise.’
‘Mateusz Baran and Michał Klimowicz are both very experienced, collaborative and pragmatic.‘
Kernmandanten
1923 INVESTMENTS LTD.
7R
G City
Klepierre
Hines Polska
Krzysztof Rozko i Wspólnicy Kancelaria
Krzysztof Rozko i Wspólnicy Kancelaria's team has 'extensive experience in the investment fund market'. The Warsaw-based group is adept at handling fund formation and maintenance matters and reorganisations, to name a couple of areas of instruction. Firm founding partner Krzysztof Rożko heads up the practice, and is well known for his expertise in capital markets and compliance cases. Mariusz Bagiński, Nikola Jadwiszczak-Niedbałka, and Tomasz Kamiński are names to note.
Praxisleiter:
Krzysztof Rożko
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Mariusz Bagiński; Nikola Jadwiszczak-Niedbałka; Tomasz Kamiński
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‚Proactive approach.‘
‚Krzysztof Rożko has comprehensive knowledge and a business-oriented approach. Mariusz Bagiński has a great ability to manage complex and multifaceted legal matters, and Tomasz Kamiński’s extensive legal knowledge, analytical skills and experience makes him a valuable asset in any legal matter. Nikola Jadwiszczak – Niedbałka is a very dedicated lawyer with in-depth legal knowledge.‘
‚Krzysztof Rożko and Nikola Jadwiszczak – Niedbałka demonstrate resourcefulness in problem-solving.‘
Kernmandanten
Opoka Towarzystwo Funduszy Inwestycyjnych S.A.
BNP Paribas Towarzystwo Funduszy Inwestycyjnych S.A.
BPS Towarzystwo Funduszy Inwestycyjnych S.A.
CF1 Niestandaryzowany Fundusz Inwestycyjny Zamknięty Wierzytelności
Ipopema Towarzystwo Funduszy Inwestycyjnych S.A.
Uniqa Towarzystwo Funduszy Inwestycyjnych S.A.
Towarzystwo Funduszy Inwestycyjnych Allianz Polska S.A.
Noble Funds Towarzystwo Funduszy Inwestycyjnych S.A.
PRA Group TFI S.A.
Centrum Finansowe S.A.
Financewell SP. Z o.o.
Wioleta Szczubełek v Financial Conferences VFCreative
Fund Spółka z Ograniczoną Odpowiedzialnością
Media Ventures Fundusz Inwestycyjny Zamknięty Aktywów Niepublicznych
Distinguished Venture Fund
High Trust Equity Fund
Baltic Capital Towarzystwo Funduszy Inwestycyjnych S.A.
Investment Funds Depositary Services S.A.
Superfund Towarzystwo Funduszy Inwestycyjnych S.A.
Highlight-Mandate
- Assisted Opoka Towarzystwo Funduszy Inwestycyjnych S.A. with issues concerning the acquisition of shares in a US public company and its closed-end investment funds.
SSW
SSW's workload includes advising on compliance, tax, reorganisation, financing and asset diversification matters. The practice is jointly led by Tomasz Wickel, who has extensive experience in cross-border work, and Mateusz Rogoziński, who focuses on transactional matters in the private equity arena. Other key practitioners include Monika Szczotkowska, who advises on M&A, and Robert Wodzyński, who handles real estate investments.
Praxisleiter:
Tomasz Wickel; Mateusz Rogozinski
Weitere Kernanwälte:
Monika Szczotkowska; Robert Wodzyński
Kernmandanten
Leanarto.vc
Ipopema 89 FIZ
Zabka Group
Mid Europa Partners sp. z o.o.
CC83 FIZAN
KDW FIZAN
MJG FIZAN
Value Real Estate
Eika Asset Management
Hundle
Aerium
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- Advised Eika Asset Management on the acquisition of a prominent office building in Kraków.