DZP once again distinguished in the Chambers Global ranking

We are pleased to announce that for another year in a row DZP has been distinguished in the Chambers & Partners Global ranking. In 2022 edition, our experts have been recognised in the following categories:

Dispute Resolution | Band 2

Józef Palinka Eminent Practitioner | Paweł Lewandowski Band 3

Chambers review:

Highly respected team at a notable Polish firm covering a whole spectrum of commercial litigation and international arbitration matters. Particularly active in construction and infrastructure cases as well as disputes arising in the transport and energy sectors. Assists with complex competition disputes. Handles criminal proceedings concerning matters as diverse as cyber attacks as well as the misappropriation of assets.

Eminent practitioner Jozef Palinka has particular visibility in construction disputes in both local and international conflicts, including construction arbitration. He additionally advises banks on contentious cases relating to financial products.

Paweł Lewandowski possesses broad experience in construction disputes, often advising clients within the energy, infrastructure and real estate sectors.

Corporate/M&A: High-end Capability | Band 3

Krzysztof Zakrzewski Eminent Practitioner | Marek Świątkowski Band 4

Chambers review:

Domański Zakrzewski Palinka is a well-established large Polish firm with experience of M&A transactions in sectors as wide-ranging as life sciences and manufacturing. The team handles complex cross-border transactions as well as assisting with share swap mandates. It remains active in the energy and pharmaceutical industries, representing blue-chip domestic and international companies. The firm regularly cooperates with international law firms and represents Polish entities investing abroad.

Krzysztof Zakrzewski is highly respected for his many years of experience in the Warsaw market. Krzysztof Zakrzewski offers strategic advice on transactions in a variety of industry sectors.

Marek Świątkowski advises on acquisitions and sales, including those involving share acquisitions. Clients say Marek Świątkowski is "very reliable and dedicated to his clients," as well as having "deep understanding of our business and strategic goals."

Capital Markets: Debt

Rafał Grochowski Band 3

Chambers review:

Rafał Grochowski of Domański Zakrzewski Palinka is well versed in DCM, with a focus on project finance-related matters. He regularly advises banks on bond issuances by municipalities to fund municipal projects.

Banking & Finance

Rafał Grochowski Band 4

Chambers review:

Rafał Grochowski of Domański Zakrzewski Palinka advises on public projects financing, where he often represents the borrowers. He also assists lenders.

Our law firm is also recognised in the International & Cross-Border Capabilities category | Band 4

Chambers review:

A high-performing independent practice renowned for its international outlook and full-service approach. DZP services clients with cross-border needs primarily through its cooperation with overseas independent and international law firms. By establishing close relationships with highly regarded practices across a number of jurisdictions, the firm is well positioned to support domestic clients in their international expansion, as well as offering expert advice to international entities with interests in the Polish market.

We are very pleased to be among the law firms which constantly strengthen their position on the international market. Our achievements are the result of work and commitment to the matters of our clients, whom we would like to thank for their participation in the study and the trust they have placed in us.