Clifford Chance’s white-collar crime, regulatory, and compliance team is praised for having ‘excellent local and industry-specific knowledge’. Its offering is extensive and includes advising on compliance issues and anti-corruption measures, as well as conducting corporate investigations in Poland and across the CEE region, which is helped by the firm’s global reach. It also defends corporates and individuals in criminal proceedings and represents companies that have been victims of criminal behaviour. Marcin Ciemiński leads the practice and is adept at advising clients in the healthcare and life sciences sectors. Senior associates Monika Diehl and Michał Magdziak are skilled in internal investigations. Paweł Pogorzelski left the firm.

The white-collar crime group at CMS Cameron McKenna Nabarro Olswang Posniak i Bejm sp.k. comprises ‘recognised experts in this field in Poland’. It advises clients across the entire scope of business criminal law on a domestic and cross-border level, including on anti-bribery and corruption issues and anti-money laundering, as well as providing representation in criminal proceedings. It also supports clients throughout internal investigations and dawn raids. Life sciences, energy, environment, construction and infrastructure, defence, and financial services are sectors of focus for the team. Practice head Arkadiusz Korzeniewski also leads the CEE group for white-collar crime and is particularly adept in litigation involving fraud and corruption. Maciej Kópczyński was recently promoted to counsel and is strong in compliance matters, and senior associates Mariusz Minkiewicz and Mateusz Gerlach are also names of note for internal investigations.

The team at Linklaters predominantly acts for financial institutions and investment funds, especially in criminal investigations involving enforcement agencies, such as unexpected dawn raids. It also handles regulatory and internal investigations, and the scope of the practice is further benefited by the firm’s global network. Tomasz Manicki heads up the team, which sits within the firm’s wider dispute resolution practice, itself led by Cezary Wiśniewski. Manicki has expertise in litigation, internal investigations, and compliance matters, and is ably supported by senior associate Marek Tołcz, who has experience in criminal proceedings concerning the liability of directors and managers of capital companies.

Raczkowski is praised for its ‘great expertise in cross-border white-collar crime matters’. As well as maintaining its reputation for multi-jurisdictional matters, the team also represents clients in domestic criminal cases, internal investigations, and enforcement matters, as well as money laundering and anti-corruption mandates. Warsaw-based Janusz Tomczak leads the practice with significant experience in fraud and corruption cases, and is supported by the head of the firm’s Poznań office Łukasz Kuczkowski, who typically handles internal investigations. Associates Damian Tokarczyk and Ewelina Rutkowska are also notable members of the team; the former is a well-regarded compliance specialist, while the latter is skilled matters involving corruption, fraud and mismanagement allegations.

Soltysinski Kawecki & Szlezak‘s team ‘has vast experience in white-collar crime cases as well as internal investigations on compliance matters’. Its offering also includes advice on fraud, corruption, actions to the detriment of companies, and money laundering. The team benefits from its multi-disciplinary approach, utilising the firm’s tax, competition, employment, and corporate and M&A departments. Practice head Tomasz Konopka assists clients with their compliance procedures and represents them before law enforcement authorities and courts. He is supported by Katarzyna Randzio-Sajkowska, who has extensive experience in internal investigations, and 'very thoughtful and strategic' senior counsel Michał Opala, who advises clients on fraud and corruption matters, as well as cybercrime.

B2R Law Jankowski Stroinski Zieba is particularly active in criminal litigation, especially cases involving allegations of fraud. The business criminal litigation team is led by co-founder of the firm and arbitrator Bartłomiej Jankowski; he has significant experience advising clients on the liability of members of commercial companies, as well as on anti-corruption issues concerning international companies. Counsel Anna Grochowska–Wasilewska is another core member of the team who often acts on behalf of defendants, and is well versed in matters relating to actions which are detrimental to the company, and money laundering.

The white-collar crime team at Dentons works alongside the firm’s litigation and arbitration practice, and handles a variety of business litigation, including fraud, corruption, money laundering, and asset-stripping cases. It also supports clients with compliance and corporate liability issues, both domestically and across the CEE region. Agnieszka Wardak once again leads the practice after rejoining the firm in September 2021 from her in-house position as Kulczyk Holdings, and represents both individuals and companies in criminal proceedings. Senior associate Joanna Kornaszewska is adept in her handling of parallel criminal and civil disputes.

DLA Piper Giziński Kycia sp.‘s corporate crime, investigations, and compliance team assists clients with compliance programmes; mandates concerning fraud, money laundering, and corruption; investigations; and due diligence reviews. The firm’s global network enables the group to advise on international mandates. Former prosecutor Tomasz Rudyk leads the practice with expertise in internal investigations concerning violations of anti-bribery laws. Senior associate Dominika Wolf-Jezierska is praised as ‘an outstanding practitioner‘ and often acts on behalf of defendants in white-collar crime cases. Piotr Falarz, who was promoted to counsel in May 2022, specialises in investigations, compliance, anti-bribery, and anti-corruption matters.

Domanski Zakrzewski Palinka‘s white-collar crime team acts for a variety of companies - including publishing houses, pharmaceutical corporations, and manufacturers - as well as banks, government agencies, board presidents, and management teams in criminal proceedings. Its offering includes advice on corruption, money laundering, fraud, and tax issues. Sitting at the helm of the practice, counsel Hanna Gajewska-Kraczkowska has significant expertise in the criminal liability of businesses. Artur Nowak supports the team in tax-related matters and senior associate Rafał Karbowniczek is also a key name to note.

At Greenberg Traurig Nowakowska-Zimoch Wysokinski Sp. k, the white-collar crime practice sits within the firm’s defence and special investigations group. Paweł Pietkeiwicz heads up the team, which is highly skilled in representing foreign investors in multi-jurisdictional cases, including those involving fraud, money laundering, and corruption, as well as matters concerning irregularities and abuses of power. Counsel Antoni Libiszowski and senior associate Izabela Szponar are also key members of the group.

The business crime team at Laszczuk & Partners supports domestic and international clients in criminal proceedings involving fraud and money laundering. Criminal liability of board members, especially concerning tax-related issues, is also a key area of focus for the group. Litigation expert Jan Rysiński heads the practice and is praised as ‘a strong ally‘. Justyna Szpara is also an active member of the team.

The white-collar crime practice at Rymarz Zdort Maruta is praised for its ‘outstanding skill set’ and is equally versed in the representation of companies and individuals who are the injured parties and those accused of committing a criminal offence. It offers support regarding the implementation of internal compliance policies to safeguard against bribery, corruption, and money laundering. The team also collaborates with the firm’s strong banking and finance, corporate, tax, and M&A teams. The practice is co-led by Karina Aust-Niewiadomska and Krzysztof Sajchta. Litigation specialist Maria Szczepanska was promoted to counsel in March 2022.

The business crime practice at Wardynski & Partners supports clients in internal and governmental investigations and represents them in criminal trials concerning fraud, bribery, money laundering, and bid rigging. Łukasz Lasek leads the practice, and is supported by recently-promoted partner Jakub Barański, who assists clients with cybercrime cases. Senior associate Bartosz Troczyński expertly handles internal investigations, and vice-chair of the human rights committee of the Polish Bar Council Artur Pietryka is also notable in criminal law matters. ‘Highly recommended‘ Jakub Znamierowski advises on corporate criminal liability, while Maria Kozłowska is noted as a compliance expert. Senior associate Filip Rak joined the team in March 2022 from the Office of the Human Rights Commissioner.

Boutique firm Chmielniak Adwokaci provides ‘the highest quality of services’, representing both individuals and entities, including executives, managers, members of management boards, directors, and company owners. Founder and managing partner Łukasz Chmielniak and Jarosław Zagrodni, both based in Katowice, jointly head the team.

The white-collar crime and regulatory compliance practice at CRIDO LEGAL defends both individuals and companies against criminal allegations and corporate liability, and also implements compliance procedures to protect clients in regulatory enforcement matters. Counsel Katarzyna Witkowska leads the team, and ‘her business attitude and academic background complete each other’. Sebastian Zieliński is another notable name, with expertise in providing compliance support to Polish and international investment funds.

Boutique firm DeBenedetti Majewski Szczesniak Kancelaria Prawnicza Sp. K.’s white-collar crime team is praised as a 'one-of-a-kind organisation of integrity and professionalism'. It regularly assists clients with the minimisation of risks leading to fiscal criminal liability. Co-founder of the firm Jaroslaw Majewski and 'remarkable' practitioner Janusz Strankowski jointly lead the group.

DWF Poland Jamka Sp.k‘s white-collar crime offering includes advice on crisis management and internal investigations, representation of injured parties in criminal proceedings, and implementation of internal procedures for clients in the mining, construction, telecoms, financial services, aviation, and entertainment industries. Maciej Antoniak heads the group and provides clients with ‘strong and powerful advice’ in compliance matters. Counsel Lukasz Gembis is skilled in anti-money laundering mandates, while senior associate Michał Szumbarsi is focused on the construction and financial sectors.

Kondracki Celej’s white-collar crime group acts for both individuals and corporate clients as either victims or defendants of criminal acts, and it is also experienced in investigative co-operation with enforcement authorities. Marcin Kondracki is one of the founders of the firm and heads the practice; he handles cases involving fraud, bid rigging, and money laundering. Senior associate Adam Domański, who specialises in business and financial crime, is also notable.

Kopec & Zaborowski‘s criminal law and compliance department is singled out as 'simply excellent'. It represents both individuals and companies in cases involving fraud, money laundering, and tax offences, as well as corruption and actions to the detriment of the company. Additionally, it advises clients on implementation of compliance procedures. Managing partner Maciej Gustaw Zaborowski co-leads the team alongside Paweł Sawicki, who joined from NGL Legal in February 2022. Sawicki has substantial experience in the implementation of fraud detection systems.

The white-collar crime practice at Octo Legal represents both victims and defendants in cases involving a variety of matters, including bid rigging, fraud, and abuse of power, as well as assisting with compliance training. Michał Korolczuk leads the team and specialises in litigation and internal investigations. At the associate level, Aleksandra Knapik and Aleksandra Kulczyk are key team members.

PwC Legal Żelaźnicki sp.k.’s white-collar and compliance team supports clients from the retail, pharmaceutical, banking, real estate, automotive, and media and entertainment sectors in penal and penal-fiscal proceedings. Michał Rams leads the expanding team, which saw the arrival of counsel Joanna Waśko from GWW and counsel Marcin Świderski from Dentons, in late 2021, and associate Agnieszka Tofil from NGL Legal in early 2022.

act BSWW legal & tax‘s white-collar crime team has particular expertise in representing executives facing allegations of corporate bribery, as well as advising clients on the criminal liability of corporate members. It also handles compliance matters, internal investigations, and tax-related issues. Managing partner Piotr Wojnar and Piotr Pośnik jointly lead the practice, supported by senior associate Piotr Giżyński.

Bird & Bird Szepietowski i wspólnicy sp. k.’s white-collar crime practice handles a range of matters, including cases regarding stock manipulation, money laundering, insider trading, financial pyramids, cryptocurrency frauds, and misappropriations of financial assets. Adam Kowalczyk leads the team, supported by Grzegorz Kostrzewa; both are praised as ‘standout partners’.

BWHS Wojciechowski Springer i Wspólnicys white-collar crime practice sits within the firm’s dispute resolution department, and acts on behalf of companies and top management throughout investigations and trials. Its offering includes cases relating to mismanagement, tax fraud, false documentation, VAT carousels, and abuse of authority. Andrzej Springer heads up the practice.

Dubois i Wspólnicy Kancelaria Adwokacko-Radcowska sp. J.‘s white-collar crime group is jointly led by an experienced trio comprising Jacek Dubois, Michał Zacharski, and Anna Chybińska. The practice handles matters for both defendants and injured parties in proceedings, and is particularly adept in handling high-profile tax fraud mandates.

Counsel and former prosecutor Arkadiusz Matusiak sits at the helm of the white-collar crime practice at Wolf Theiss after joining the firm in December 2019. The team has wide-ranging expertise encompassing corporate criminal liability, trade secrets, fraud, bribery and corruption, and money laundering. It represents clients throughout court proceedings, as well as during investigations.