Intellectual Property: Poland

THE FIRM This three-partner department is singled out for both its excellent capability in the IP sector, and impressive client portfolio. The firm continues to advise UEFA on the organisation of the EURO 2012 Football Championships in relation to ambush marketing, copyright and anti-counterfeiting. 

Sources say: "Great attention to detail and highly responsive." "One of the most prominent competitors we have."

KEY INDIVIDUALS Marek Rosinski leads the IP practice and is "a highly regarded and talented practitioner," say sources. 

Marcin Fijalkowski is praised as "a creative, proactive and business-oriented adviser." He was part of the team acting for Unilever on its Polish trade mark portfolio and litigious matters.

THE FIRM This leading group enjoys a well-established reputation in this field and is consistently recognised as a first-class outfit. The firm is well versed in both contentious and non-contentious matters of patents, trade marks and enforcement of IP rights. Interviewees value the team's ability to foster strong client relationships.

Sources say: "An extremely experienced and client-friendly team." 

KEY INDIVIDUALS Włodzimierz Szoszuk has "fantastic expertise in trade marks, and a great portfolio of clients," say market observers.

Anna Pompe is praised as "an adroit negotiator" and "an efficient and sharp-minded lawyer."

THE FIRM This quality team distinguishes itself by its impressive track record in litigious matters, as well as its stable client base. In particular, peers are quick to point out the firm's excellent reputation for anti-counterfeit work.

Sources say: "A highly skilled and significantly experienced practice." "Successful litigators."

KEY INDIVIDUALS Andrzej Tomaszek is "an open-minded and balanced litigator" and "a standout figure in this market," enthuse sources.

THE FIRM This IP boutique continues to build its reputation, handling a number of high-profile cases. It was recently instructed by Villeroy & Boch on IP litigation and investigations and also acted for Hugo Boss on trade mark matters. Clients praise the team's energetic and proactive approach. 

Sources say: "The lawyers are incredibly responsive."

KEY INDIVIDUALS Managing partner Marek Lazewski is described as a "business-oriented, client-focused and a skilled IP adviser."

Justyna Rasiewicz "understands our needs, has in-depth knowledge and is proactive," say clients.

THE FIRM This solid department is well established in the Polish IP market, and is singled out for its excellent patents practice. Highlighted for its skill in both contentious and non-contentious matters, the firm demonstrates an excellent blend of experience and dynamism.

Sources say: "One of the most significant players in the Polish market." 

KEY INDIVIDUALS Ewa Skrzydło-Tefelska mainly advises on non-contentious IP matters and is acknowledged for her solid understanding of EU law.

THE FIRM This able group is valued as one of the leaders in copyright matters. It also advises on new technologies, particularly IP and data protection.

Sources say: "An exceptionally renowned team, which is a pleasure to work with."

KEY INDIVIDUALS Elżbieta Traple is singled out as "an excellent strategist. She is an extremely creative litigator and has vast knowledge of IP."

Paweł Podrecki is widely known for his experience in contentious IP matters.

THE FIRM This team offers a wide-ranging IP practice and wins praise for its experience in IP litigation and impressive client base. Recent highlights include acting for Teva on court proceedings regarding complex pharmaceutical patents. Software licenses and counterfeiting are further areas of strength for the team.

Sources say: "A prominent practice." 

KEY INDIVIDUALS Aleksandra Auleytner is a well-known and respected practitioner who is assisting Media Markt with ongoing advertising issues.

Janina Ligner-Żeromska leads the IP department and has advised Agros Nova on advertising campaigns and unfair competition.

THE FIRM Sources commend this team's efficient service and high-quality advice. The group is often involved in cross-border cases and benefits from the firm's worldwide reputation in this area. Recent mandates include representing Sanofi in trade mark and unfair competition proceedings.

Sources say: "I was amazed by their response time."

KEY INDIVIDUALS Group head Ewa Kacperek is recommended for her "goal-driven and time-efficient approach." She acted for Deutsche Telekom on the rebranding of a Polish mobile phone operator.

THE FIRM This gifted group is praised for its target-focused approach and open-minded lawyers. It covers a wide range of IP matters and has notable expertise in internet-related matters. Recently the firm was instructed by Danfoss on trade mark infringement disputes. It also acted for HJ Heinz on licensing schemes and trade mark issues.

Sources say: "I am always sure to get high-quality work with this firm."

KEY INDIVIDUALS Tomasz Zalewski is "a brilliant practitioner; he goes beyond the pure legal advice and is good to work with," clients unanimously confirm. He advised Burda on an unfair competition and IP infringement dispute with another publisher.

THE FIRM This two-partner team remains busy with contentious IP matters. In a recent mandate, it advised Marquard on a dispute with Micromedia. It also represented Ice World in a number of patent infringement disputes.

KEY INDIVIDUALS Agnieszka Wiercińska-Krużewska is the key point of contact for clients in this practice area.

THE FIRM A newcomer to the rankings, this team enjoys an increased presence on the market, building on Bird & Bird's internationally recognised strength in IP work. Recent mandates include advising Celltrion on patent revocation proceedings. 

Sources say: "They established their position in the market and are very active."

KEY INDIVIDUALS Maciej Gawroński recently represented Gedeon Richter in patent infringement proceedings and parallel patent revocation proceedings. As one peer comments, "clients love working with him."  

THE FIRM New technologies and e-commerce are core areas of strength for this IP team. Key highlights include advising Netia on its co-operation with a satellite TV platform operator in relation to the creation of convergent offers of bundled services. The team also assisted Nikon Polska with drafting terms and conditions for internet sites.

KEY INDIVIDUALS Grzegorz Antonowicz is the main point of contact in this area of practice.

THE FIRM This firm enters the rankings on the back of increased market visibility and impressive work highlights. The team is noted for its strength in copyright and trade marks, and wins further recommendations for its client-centred service. 

Sources say: "Extremely business-oriented."

KEY INDIVIDUALS Department head Oskar Tulodziecki is "definitely a prominent figure in the IP market," say peers. He is praised for his "hands-on approach and copyright expertise." He recently featured in cases involving Czech parties, and has a growing presence in CEE.

THE FIRM This team maintains a steady flow of assignments in the field of personal rights protection. It recently represented the Polish singer Stan Borys in a dispute with a rapper who used a fragment from his work in a song.

KEY INDIVIDUALS Maciej Ślusarek is the main point of contact for this practice area.