FinTech Legal
FinTech Guide 2025 : Poland
Band 2
About
Provided by Kondracki Celej
Kondracki Celej specialises in technology transactions, corporate and new tech law.
The team advises domestic and international venture capital funds and investors, as well as technology start-ups on all types of transactions, including venture capital investments, M&A, exits, and all forms of acquisitions.
It has been recognized for its detailed client focus and innovative approaches, earning accolades like "VC Legal Advisor of the Year" by the Polish Private Equity and Venture Capital Association (PSIK) in the years 2024, 2023, 2022 and 2020 and making it to Forbes' "Best Law Firms Poland 2023" in the "Private Equity & Venture Capital" category.
Chambers Review
Kondracki Celej Adwokaci is a boutique that is particularly strong on venture capital and technology. The firm regularly represents companies and investors in financing rounds and transactions, as well as representing clients before the Polish Financial Supervision Authority in compliance and regulatory matters.
Work Highlights
- Kondracki Celej advised FundingBox VC on its EUR300,000 investment in FinTech TrustLynx, alongside the Startup Wise Guys accelerator fund.
Strengths
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"Kondracki Celej has deep expertise in regulatory issues, a flexible and detail-oriented approach and exceptional commitment to client needs."
"Kondracki Celej's lawyers have an excellent understanding of business and market trends."
"A key strength of Kondracki Celej is their strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities. They approach complex challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, devising innovative legal strategies."
"Kondracki Celej has deep expertise in regulatory issues, a flexible and detail-oriented approach and exceptional commitment to client needs."
"Kondracki Celej's lawyers have an excellent understanding of business and market trends."
"A key strength of Kondracki Celej is their strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities. They approach complex challenges with a solution-oriented mindset, devising innovative legal strategies."
Notable Practitioners
Rafał Celej is particularly focused on venture capital funds and corporate law. His client base includes start-ups, FinTech companies, investors and financial institutions.
"Rafał's deep understanding of market dynamics and commitment to client success makes him a valuable asset to both funds and emerging technology companies."
"Rafał is a leading expert on VC law in Poland."
"Rafał has excellent client service and commercial understanding of business and transactions."
Arkadiusz Klejnowski is a senior associate in the corporate and transactional team at Kondracki Celej. He advises on investment rounds and venture capital financing for FinTech start-ups and early-stage companies.
"Arkadiusz Klejnowski has excellent commercial understanding of business and transactions."
"Arakdiusz is always a pleasure to work with. He is very dedicated and efficient."
Karolina Piotrowska-Andryszczyk is a senior associate who works with venture capital funds and start-up clients. She regularly advises on venture investments in FinTech businesses in Poland and internationally.
"Karolina Piotrowska-Andryszczyk is decisive and has strong gravitas. She is very strong at both supporting client negotiations and finalising documents."
"Karolina's ability to navigate complex legal issues and provide tailored solutions makes her a valuable asset to clients in the FinTech sector."
"Karolina Piotrowska-Andryszczyk provides a great service with impressive time efficiency."
Ranked Individuals at
Kondracki Celej
Poland
Members
Provided by Kondracki Celej
Gabriela Lewicka
Marta Rykalovska
Monika Twerdochlib
Head of Department
Weronika Dąbrowska