Projects & Infrastructure
Europe Guide 2024 : Poland
Band 3
About
Provided by WKB Lawyers
The team is recognised for its expertise in advising on the development of strategic investments in key sectors of the Polish economy, such as – among others – the energy industry, public utilities, construction of roads and railways’ infrastructure, public transportation and chemical sector. WKB lawyers support clients throughout the full lifecycle of a project, from the initial planning of the investment and preparation of tenders to the award of contracts and execution of the investment, in addition to advising on any potential disputes. The team draws on the practical experience and in-depth knowledge of the legal environment in assisting clients with realizing the most innovative and complex infrastructure projects (such as Baltic Pipe, smart city investments, the building of infrastructure used in electromobility, greenfield investments – wind farms and solar PV projects, construction of expressways and construction of modern power units).
Chambers Review
The projects and infrastructure team at WKB Wierciński Kwieciński Baehr enjoys a broad caseload, acting for clients on matters spanning contractual claims and the termination of contracts in relation to sizeable energy and utility infrastructure projects. The firm's clients include construction groups and energy companies.
Work Highlights
- WKB Wierciński Kwieciński Baehr advised Eurowind Energy on the preparation of contracts for the construction of two solar power plants and 13 wind farms.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"The WKB team consists not only of lawyers specialising in various areas of law but also with various levels of experience, which ensures legal services at a level adequate to the problem."
"The lawyers of WKB display high levels of commercial awareness and understanding of clients' business and commercial needs, as well as very good knowledge of the market."
"Due to the fact that WKB knows the industries in which its clients work, the team can easily navigate even very complex projects. The lawyers identify risks promptly and propose adequate solutions."
"The WKB team consists not only of lawyers specialising in various areas of law but also with various levels of experience, which ensures legal services at a level adequate to the problem."
"The lawyers of WKB display high levels of commercial awareness and understanding of clients' business and commercial needs, as well as very good knowledge of the market."
"Due to the fact that WKB knows the industries in which its clients work, the team can easily navigate even very complex projects. The lawyers identify risks promptly and propose adequate solutions."
Notable Practitioners
Anna Flaga-Martynek co-heads the Infrastructure & Public Procurement department at WKB Wierciński Kwieciński Baehr and enters the rankings this year off the back of impressive market feedback. She is particularly active on utility sector infrastructure projects.
"Anna Flaga-Martynek is an experienced lawyer, who is competent, responsive and easy to communicate with. Her experience and high level of commercial awareness assures that she has the ability to handle more sophisticated matters."
"I appreciate Anna's work not only as an excellent lawyer but also as an excellent manager of multi-threaded and complicated projects."
"She cares about a good atmosphere during negotiations and is very well mannered to the other side of the project. She is always looking for compromises to solutions - I appreciate her business culture."
Marta Midloch co-heads the Infrastructure & Public Procurement department at WKB Wierciński Kwieciński Baehr and enters the rankings this year off the back of impressive market feedback. Often mandated for PPP matters, she provides a broad spectrum of services within the energy, education and utility sectors.
"Marta Midloch has excellent knowledge and experience in the field of industrial and construction contracts with very good negotiation skills. She is very creative and capable in providing solutions during negotiations that are acceptable for each party."
"She is very responsive and manages her internal team very well so that the tasks and issues are solved very quickly and effectively."
"She has enormous knowledge, experience and commitment."
"Marta has very good contact with the client and high business awareness, offers substantive support, and always responds well to our needs."
Ranked Lawyers at
WKB Lawyers
Poland
Clients
Provided by WKB Lawyers
Chemwik
Energroup
Eurowind Energy
KGAL/Baltic Green
MPK Poznań
MWiK w Bydgoszczy
OGP Gaz System
PSE
Stadtwerke München
TAURON Group
Toto Costruzioni Generali
Industries
Provided by WKB Lawyers
chemical industry
construction
energy
public transport
waste and water