The KSeF is not simply another system update. It represents a fundamental overhaul of the entire logic of transaction documentation – one that shifts the burden of responsibility onto new tracks and opens up entirely new categories of tax risk.
The legal market is changing faster than ever before. This is clearly visible throughout Central and Eastern Europe. The scale of lawyers’ work is also evolving at a rapid pace. Business is pressing forward, investments are accelerating, and proceedings are becoming increasingly complex — as a result, expectations of law firms are systematically rising. One can simply react to this. Or one can respond differently, by systematically designing a new reality. And that is precisely what Piotr Kochański is doing.
Today, media law is an extremely complex field, extending far beyond the battle for corrections and swift rulings in election-related cases. It encompasses intricate litigation concerning hard financial issues, the shape of capital markets, and ultimately the success of mergers and acquisitions. The field also encompasses proceedings concerning the protection of intellectual property, rights to trademarks, content and brands, as well as cases with the highest stakes – freedom of speech, which is the foundation of our democracy.
Tomasz Arabski, a leading specialist in commercial disputes and a highly regarded advisor to major financial institutions, has returned to our firm to take up the twin roles of Partner and Head of Commercial Disputes. Tomasz is a highly regarded expert who combines litigation expertise with a purely pragmatic, business-focused approach. Tomasz’s mission is founded on several pillars. Firstly, the dynamic development of the Cracow office, which is set to function as a hub for strong local business leaders and attract international investment and projects that will drive growth in the region, create new jobs, and facilitate the transfer of knowledge and technology. Other important pillars of the mission include strengthening the litigation team and the ‘Litigation by Sectors – Kochański & Partners Perspective’ strategy, as well as supporting and developing new capabilities within the Disputes of Financial Institutions Practice.
Once again, we are standing up for truth and freedom of speech. As legal advisors to Wirtualna Polska, one of Poland’s largest digital media groups, we support the company in complex and challenging disputes arising from the publication of editorial content that reaches every corner of the country. Our work involves multifaceted representation in civil and criminal cases, with the aim of not only protecting the client’s interests and reputation, but above all defending the independence of the media and citizens’ right to reliable information.
The year 2026 will see the banking sector undergo its most dynamic transformation in a decade. The trends identified in Accenture’s Top Banking Trends FY26 report suggest that the sector is entering a phase in which technology and regulation will be inseparable, driving all aspects of change. However, it is regulation that determines the boundaries, pace and manner of implementation for new solutions. We take a look at what else the experts are focusing on.
We’d like to invite you to a webinar, where we will discuss key transfer pricing issues using examples of common transactions. We’ll also outline the main areas of risk and the current approach of the tax authorities, and suggest effective solutions and best practices.
14 practice areas and 49 recommendations for 24 lawyers, with 12 of them being recognized across multiple legal specializations. New individual successes and two fantastic debuts, as well as a wealth of excellent feedback and praise from our clients. The latest Legal 500 2026 rankings confirms that we are a major player in the sectors that will drive the Polish and Central European economies over the coming decade: energy, technology and infrastructure.
2026 is a landmark year for us, as demonstrated by our latest results in the Chambers Europe rankings. Our Litigation practice has been awarded the ‘Highly Regarded’ title and has risen four categories. In addition, two further practices have been recommended for the first time: Real Estate and ESG. We have maintained our position in M&A, and finally, individual ‘Notable Practitioner’ distinctions have been awarded to Paweł Cholewiński (Real Estate and M&A) and Łukasz Młynarkiewicz (ESG).
The deposit-return system came into operation on 1 October 2025. Some businesses joined immediately, while others opted to do so at a later date. At first glance, this may seem like a mere organisational matter. In practice, however, the timing of joining the system can significantly affect the outcome of accounting for the separate collection rate in 2025.
The amendment to the Act on the National Cybersecurity System (UKSC) is one of the most significant regulatory reforms in recent years. Its main objective is to align Polish law with Directive (EU) 2022/2555 of the European Parliament and of the Council. The directive, also known as NIS2, substantially raises digital security requirements across the Union. The Polish Act on the National Cybersecurity System has undergone a thorough overhaul, covering more organisations (with estimates suggesting nearly 40,000 entities), introducing more demanding obligations, statutory personal liability for management board members, and even more stringent rules for imposing financial penalties. In the case of the most serious violations, these penalties can reach 100 million PLN.
Until recently, ‘Made in Europe’ was just a label. While it was useful for marketing purposes, it lacked any hard, normative content. This may soon change. On 4 March, the European Commission published a proposal for the Industrial Accelerator Act, stipulating that, from 2027 onwards, the Union origin of components will be a prerequisite for participating in renewable energy auctions, accessing public funding, and for being eligible to participate in public procurement procedures. The slogan ‘Buy European’ could become a concrete instrument for supporting local production and controlling foreign investment.
The transfer of all or part of an establishment (zakład pracy) is a special concept in labour law relating to changes in ownership. Put simply, it is the automatic transfer of all the rights and obligations of the employer from one entity to another, without the need for any additional actions or consents from the parties involved. However, this must be preceded by the fulfilment of a range of informing obligations by both the new and former employers. Let’s take a look at what the process should involve.
The Civil Law Codification Commission has adopted and published a draft amendment to the Commercial Companies Code. The proposed changes include new mechanisms to strengthen shareholder protection in capital companies, enabling shareholders to request to leave their respective companies.
The deposit-return system has been in place since October 2025, raising significant tax concerns from the outset. Although the regulations came into force, it was unclear for a long time how to apply them in practice. Some of the regulations needed clarification, some solutions were missing and the published explanations did not cover all the key issues. Consequently, the market began to develop its own operating standards.
On 12 February 2026, the Court of Justice of the European Union (CJEU) issued a judgment concerning the use of the WIBOR index in loan agreements. The CJEU judges confirmed that, in consumer cases, courts cannot examine the correctness of the WIBOR calculation. The banks had correctly informed their clients about the reference rate in accordance with national and EU law.
A spectacular promotion for our litigation practice to Highly Regarded, a solid position for our M&A team in the Mid-Market/Global ranking, and a Notable Practitioner recognition for Paweł Cholewiński. Looking at the new Chambers Global 2026 rankings, we have every reason to be pleased. We also have irrefutable proof that our strategy of combining our lawyers’ expertise with an understanding of particular industries gives our clients a real advantage. And it gives a strong market position to us.
A new draft law proposing changes to the way the National Labour Inspectorate operates has been submitted to the Sejm. During its first reading on 25 February, the draft was not rejected and was therefore referred to the Social Policy and Family Committee for further consideration. Despite the concerns and controversies raised so far, including by businesses, the legislature continues to pursue the thorough modernisation of Poland’s employment model, which involves increased supervision of the labour market and curbing the abuse of civil law contracts. In this article, we will take a look at the proposals included in the new draft and explain what they mean for businesses.
The Polish power system has reached a turning point. While the energy transition is gaining momentum and technological limitations are no longer an issue, connection capacity has become a problem. The UC84[1] draft law, commonly referred to as the Connections Reform, is the response to this crisis.
According to the latest data, nearly 15,000 companies dealing with artificial intelligence were registered in Poland in 2025.[1] This testifies to an undoubted boom in AI, as well as to the dynamic changes related to the development of this technology. However, amid the rush to implement AI, do companies consider the most important issue: securing the outcomes of their work and protecting themselves against competitors? In this article, we explore this issue and suggest ways to avoid costly problems.
The length of service no longer depends solely on work carried out under a contract of employment. The amendment to the Labour Code introduces significant changes, as work carried out under civil law contracts or as part of business activity will now also be included when calculating service, which affects employees’ rights. What will this mean for employees and employers?
Do higher energy ratings really increase property value, and if so, how does this influence Poles’ purchasing decisions? Representatives of the Japanese Real Estate Site Consortium sought answers to these questions. We supported them in their research mission, which aimed to bring the most effective Polish and European models to the Asian market.
Thanks to favourable tax decisions, the construction of the third Polish Ronald McDonald House now has even more secure financial backing.
Regulatory sandboxes support the implementation of the European Green Deal and accelerate the energy transition and development of smart, secure and sustainable energy networks.
We already know this year’s WTR 1000 ranking results. And we have nothing but good news. Piotr Kochański has been ranked in the field of prosecution, and Karolina Marciniszyn in prosecution, enforcement an litigation. Our Intellectual Property team was recognised for its work in the areas of enforcement and litigation, as well as prosecution.
The Polish banking sector is undergoing intense reshuffling on a scale not seen for years. Large banks are changing owners, foreign players are shifting their strategies and new investors are entering the market. The question is whether these are just temporary shifts in capital or the beginning of lasting change in the industry’s balance of power.
The Polish market for modern building systems is entering a new phase, marked by SYCLEF’s latest investment in Polski Holding Instalacyjny (PHI). The French investor has announced plans to build a leading HVAC group in Poland, while continuing to develop PHI’s operating companies, such as REXER and Clima Komfort.
The deadline for meeting the obligations under the DAC7 directive and the Polish regulations implementing it is fast approaching. Online platform operators must fulfil their reporting obligations by 31 January 2026 at the latest with regard to 2025 data. For many, this is the final opportunity not only to prepare the required information, but also to verify whether DAC7 obligations apply to them and, if so, to what extent.
Although claims for the restitution of undue performance are generally dismissed, exceptions are allowed in certain circumstances. Let’s look at some situations in which the restitution of remuneration is feasible and instances when the courts do rule in favour of employees.
2025 was a pivotal year for the European regulatory system governing sustainable development. After years of expanding reporting obligations and due diligence requirements, EU institutions have decided to significantly change their approach.
In 2025, the Polish financial market entered another phase of adjustments to EU legislation. The draft new Consumer Credit Act implementing the CCD2 Directive, alongside the regulations on distance financial services, represents one of the most comprehensive attempts to standardise the rules for providing finance to consumers. The changes are so extensive that they cover all stages, from advertising and customer acquisition to the assessment of creditworthiness, the structure of agreements, the scope of the lender’s liability, withdrawal rules and the detailed organisation of remote sales.
Energy is no longer the exclusive domain of engineers and politicians; it is becoming the foundation of the business strategy of any company that wants to remain competitive. And 2026 will see a multitude of legislative changes that will fundamentally alter the current approach to the rules for grid connection, energy trading and reporting obligations.
On 1 January, new regulations came into force that increased the income tax rate paid by banks. The rate will be 30% in 2026. However, entities starting their business, credit and savings unions (SKOKs), small entities, and banks undergoing restructuring will pay less.
Is Polish law keeping pace with digital threats? Monika Maćkowska-Morytz, Robert Brodzik, Natalia Kotłowska-Wochna and Konrad Grussy, co-authors of the Polish chapter of the international publication Cybersecurity 2026, published by International Comparative Legal Guides, are seeking answers to this question.
Millions of Poles have been eagerly awaiting this decision, hoping that it will reduce their repayments. Interest was so high that the National Bank of Poland’s website crashed temporarily on Wednesday. The Monetary Policy Council has decided to cut interest rates by 0.25 percentage points, despite most economists expecting them to remain unchanged. This decision was influenced not only by the decline in inflation in October, but also by NBP analysts’ new inflation projections.
