WTR 1000 for 2026: Your brand in the hands of globally recognised experts
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.
WTR 1000 2026 for Kochański & Partners
A trademark is much more than just a logo or symbol. It is the foundation of trust, representing the value that your organisation delivers. At the same time, it is a tangible and quantifiable aspect of an organisation’s value. It is therefore important to take proper care of it, strengthen and protect it. However, this must be done with the help of experts who have the strength, scale and capabilities to act effectively. Not only on their own turf, but also outside its borders.
How do you choose them?
Ideally, by referring to independent research such as the WTR 1000 ranking. This is the ‘gold standard’ in the IP industry. Every year, its experts analyse the market in almost 90 countries, and their recommendations are followed by global giants such as Apple, Google, Nike and Coca-Cola.
Our presence in this ranking proves that our approach to intellectual property protection combines the highest legal precision with business vision.
Double recognition for Kochański & Partners
In 2026, we were recognised as a team in two areas that are key to us:
- Enforcement and litigation – for effectively fighting for our clients’ rights in court, including in cases involving trademark protection, intellectual property disputes, infringements and unfair competition practices
- Prosecution – for our strategic approach to building and registering trademark portfolios
Leaders who set the directions: individual recommendations
The WTR 1000 ranking focuses on individuals.
Kochanski & Partners is a fortress of IP strategy and a renowned name operating at the apex of technologically advanced innovations and their interplay with trademark law.
Founding father Piotr Kochanski is a pioneer of Poland’s IP evolution and has spent nearly four decades engineering landmark deals and precedent-setting cases. His expertise in industrial property transfers, IP financing, and multijurisdictional disputes makes him the architect behind some of the most complex trademark strategies in Central Europe.
Karolina Marciniszyn is the firm’s trademark tactician, a resident representative before EUIPO with over 20 years of experience in trademark enforcement and portfolio management. Beyond her litigatory prowess, she crafts coexistence agreements, audits, and due diligence that fortify the protection of brands, particularly in the FMCG, tech, media, and luxury goods sectors, where trademarks are not just assets but lifelines.
Once again, two pillars of our IP practice received recognition in this year’s edition:
Karolina Marciniszyn – recommended in: Enforcement and Litigation, and Prosecution
Karolina is a litigation lawyer with a rare strategic intuition. She specialises in complex disputes involving trademark, design and copyright infringements. Her experience extends beyond Polish courts and authorities. As co-head of the Intellectual Property Practice, she also has a strong track record of successfully representing clients before the EUIPO. Karolina does more than just solve problems. Above all, she designs secure licensing structures that enable brands to grow. Without any obstacles or unpleasant surprises.
Piotr Kochański – recommended in: Prosecution
Piotr is one of the most respected lawyers specialising in IP, media and life sciences in Poland. His career has been marked by a series of landmark cases with an international reach. It is therefore no surprise that he has been recognised in the WTR 1000 ranking for his masterful handling of prosecution processes. Our Managing Partner is renowned for his ability to identify non-obvious risks and transform them into secure business strategies.
Why you should entrust your brand to us
And more importantly, why do our clients trust us?
- Because we work efficiently while paying close attention to detail and speaking the language of business
- We use technology to offer advice that truly supports companies in their development
- We closely monitor the market because we know that new niches and opportunities arise every day, and we inform our clients about them
And therefore
- We keep our finger on the pulse: we treat every dispute and filing as part of a larger business strategy and consider their potential consequences. This enables us to effectively eliminate problems before they become fatal
- We are effective in challenging sectors: we have an impressive track record in the pharmaceutical, FMCG, energy, industrial and media sectors. We have won a number of significant infringement cases, which has restored peace of mind for our clients
- IP in the AI era: We were among the first in the industry to develop AI-focused services. We assist with the purchase of technology, prepare companies for the implementation of the AI Act and provide advice on the safe use of tools such as ChatGPT
- Support for SMEs: thanks to our efforts, companies in Poland and Ukraine have been able to benefit from EU grant programmes for intellectual property protection and access modern tools
Where are we most active?
In which areas of litigation are we really strong?
- Energy, technology and pharmaceuticals, where protecting innovation is key to competitiveness
- Retail and food industry, where the battle for customer loyalty begins with trademarks
- Social Media and TMT, where we support content creators, influencers and agencies in the secure transfer of copyrights and product placement
We are building the future of (Polish) intellectual property
Our strategic priorities are the technologies of tomorrow, such as AI, blockchain, augmented reality (AR/VR), the Internet of Things and machine learning. We know how to protect your brand in social media and how to respond to new forms of infringement in the digital world.
Whether you need to obtain a preliminary injunction, prepare a case for a settlement agreement, or develop a global strategy to protect your trademark portfolio, we are ready to take action
The full results of the 2026 WTR 1000 ranking are available here.
If you have any questions about protecting your brand, please contact us. We can help you transform your intellectual property into secure and profitable capital.
