CMS boasts a sizeable energy and infrastructure team catering to some of the largest domestic and international players operating in the market, including oil refiners, gas companies, development and investment funds, and energy producers. The team is well versed in advising across heavy industry sectors such as chemical, petrochemical, metallurgical and mining, and it possesses expertise in renewables, environmental and ESG matters. Marcin Bejm heads up the practice, serving as a key contact for clients seeking advice on acquisition, construction, and development of infrastructure assets, project finance, PPPs and concessions. Other notable team members include Tomasz Minkiewicz, an expert in the oil and gas sector; and Łukasz Szatkowski, who is equally comfortable advising on both the conventional and renewable energy spaces. Angelika Szufel, who was recently promoted to counsel, stands out for her focus on the development of infrastructure and renewable projects. Since publication, Maciej Ziółkowski and Piotr Ciołkowski departed the firm in October and November 2024, respectively.

The energy team at DLA Piper Giziński Kycia sp.k. has ‘great knowledge of the sector and can provide sensible and effective solutions‘ across various sectors, including renewables, nuclear, and oil and gas. The group boasts expertise in regulatory, environmental, and financing matters related to energy projects. Representing clients in high-value disputes is another strength, with the practice frequently acting for major energy companies to protect their investments in infrastructure facilities and power plants. The ‘exceptional‘ Oskar Waluśkiewicz leads the team, and is commended by a client for his ‘in-depth understanding of regulations‘. Co-managing partner Jacek Giziński is a key contact for client seeking advice on M&A transactions in the renewable energy sector, while associates Klaudia Lorent and Karolina Mądrzycka are recommended for their ‘out-of-the-box solutions‘. Mateusz Koszel is also an active team member with experience advising on the development of wind farms and photovoltaic storage installations.

Domanski Zakrzewski Palinka‘s infrastructure and energy practice stands out as a key resource for entities operating in the conventional power, renewable energy, nuclear and cogeneration sectors, including major domestic and international energy producers. The team has substantial experience in advising on complex issues related to mining, infrastructure and waste management projects, and offers guidance on state aid, PPP and construction law issues within the energy sector. Marcin Krakowiak brings particular expertise in greenfield investments. Paweł Grzejszczak and Katarzyna Kuźma are also noteworthy, with the latter heading up the public procurement and environmental protection teams and serving as a key contact for energy companies seeking advice on these matters.

The energy sector is integral at Rymarz Zdort Maruta, with the firm routinely engaged in projects covering joint venture and M&A structures within the PV and gas sectors, with a particular specialisation in LNG projects. A recent area of expansion for the firm is atomic projects, with recent highlights including advising PGE on the development of Poland’s second nuclear plant. The team frequently collaborates with the firm’s dispute resolution department in order to handle contentious cases with an energy focus. Leading the team is Marek Durski, who is lauded by one client for being ‘ahead of the market in terms of his knowledge’; his wide-ranging practice covers M&A and privatisation transactions within the energy sector. Other key contacts include Łukasz Lech, an energy law expert, and Adrian Augustyniak, who focuses on regulatory issues concerning the energy sector. The firm recently bolstered its environmental and ESG offering with the addition of Agnieszka Skorupińska from CMS, who now leads a dedicated sub-group.

Baker McKenzie Krzyzowski i Wspólnicy Sp.k.‘s energy and infrastructure practice is adept at handling matters across all subsectors of the energy sphere, including nuclear, coal, oil and gas, and particularly renewables, frequently guiding clients through onshore and offshore wind projects, and providing expertise on new technologies such as hydrogen. Piotr Ciepiela is noteworthy for his focus on investments and transactions, particularly from the regulatory and environmental perspectives. Since publication, Tomasz Krzyżowski has taken over leadership of the practice.

Clifford Chance‘s energy and resources group is a key point of call for investors, financial institutions, banks, and infrastructure funds who seek support across the entire lifecycle of their energy projects. The team is adept at handling greenfield, photovoltaic, wind farm, and power plant projects, advising on their acquisition, construction, financing and development. Paweł Puacz helms the practice, with experience in both conventional and renewable energy.

Dentons‘ energy and natural resources practice provides transactional and regulatory advice to clients across all segments of the sector; this includes expertise in oil and gas, electricity, nuclear energy, and renewables, where the team particularly demonstrates strength in handling transactions throughout the entire development and financing phases of solar and wind projects, both onshore and offshore. Following the departure of a number of senior practitioners to form the newly-established Clyde & Co office, Christian Schnell and Tim Heitling have assumed the position of co-heads of the firm’s Europe-wide energy group. In October 2024, Maciej Ziółkowski joined as counsel from CMS. Piotr Ciołkowski joined the firm from CMS in November 2024.

DWF Poland Jamka Sp.k has solidified its three-decade presence in the Polish market with an increased focus on renewables, excelling in all types of onshore and offshore energy work; this includes advising on PPAs, photovoltaic and wind projects, and issues relating to hydrogen production. Karol Lasocki leads the team and regularly advises Polish and international corporates from various industry sectors on regulatory issues linked to renewables. Other key figures within the team include Wiktoria Rogaska, who focuses on onshore wind and photovoltaic projects, and Agnieszka Chylinska, a key point of call for investors seeking advice on their energy projects in the Baltic Sea.

Gide Loyrette Nouel is a key point of contact for private investors, state-owned companies, international corporations, and other entities in the energy, oil and gas, nuclear, mining, and chemistry sectors. The team excels in advising on all stages of complicated projects, including development, financing, and M&A, in addition to being active in the renewables, particularly photovoltaic and wind, transaction market. The team is led by duo Piotr Sadownik and Krzysztof Ciepliński, capably supported by Piotr Brzeziński and Michał Głowacki.

The energy and natural resources team at Greenberg Traurig Nowakowska-Zimoch Wysokinski Sp. k handles a wide range of matters, including privatisations, joint ventures, negotiations of transmission agreements, financings, and operations of projects in the renewables, heat, electricity, natural gas, and petroleum industries. Its client roster includes domestic and international project developers, investors, fuel suppliers, and government entities. Konrad Kosicki, who joined the firm in February 2023 from Wolf Theiss, now leads the practice and advises on both Polish and European law in connection with the acquisition, development, and financing of conventional and renewable energy projects. Counsel Dorota Derlicka, and associates Janusz Krakowiak and Karolina Lewandowska, complete the roster of key practitioners.

With a focus on the nuclear and hydrogen subsectors, the team at Kochanski & Partners frequently advises on complicated issues related to regulation, development and construction of projects in these spheres. ‘Absolutely top energy lawyer‘ Wojciech Wrochna leads the team, and is commended by many clients for his ‘impressive knowledge of EU energy law‘; in addition to guiding clients through the intricacies of major infrastructure developments, he also advises on issues related to energy storage, battery production, and biogas. Other key lawyers within the team include Michal Bedkowski-Koziol.

Linklaters‘ energy and natural resources practice is well versed in advising on issues across the gamut of energy subsectors, including oil and gas, electricity, and nuclear. Its client roster includes major international and domestic investors, electricity companies, governments, and financial institutions. The team is also increasingly active in renewables matters, advising on the construction, development, and financing of wind farms and photovoltaic projects. Patryk Figiel leads the practice, capably assisted by administrative and public law expert Jakub Dąbrowski and New York-qualified Natalia Mikołajczyk.

The energy practice at Radzikowski, Szubielska i Wspólnicy sp. j. assists domestic and international power, gas, oil and chemical companies with a range of energy-related issues, including the acquisition and construction of power, wind and solar plants. It is also well versed in handling regulatory disputes, implementation of EU regulations related to sustainability, and project financings. Przemysław Kałek leads the team and is noted for his ‘deep knowledge of the Polish RES sector and its different aspects‘; he also regularly represents clients in disputes before courts of all levels and serves as an arbitrator at the Energy Arbitration Court. Joanna Nowak-Paradowska is skilled in advising investors on project financings.

The energy practice at Soltysinski Kawecki & Szlezak is a key point of call for investors, financing entities, buyers, and energy-intensive businesses seeking assistance with their infrastructure investments, compliance with regulatory obligations, and emission allowances. It is also adept at advising on M&A transactions and procuring financing for renewable energy projects, including wind, photovoltaic, biomass, and waste-to-energy. The team is co-led by conventional and renewable energy specialist Krzysztof Cichocki, and Zbyszko Wizner, who, in addition to energy law, is also an expert in construction contracts and infrastructure projects.

The energy and natural resources practice at SSW has a ‘highly business-oriented approach‘ and wide expertise in advising on natural resources, from oil and gas to gravel, metals, and black coal, spanning across the infrastructure, geological and mining sectors. It is also adept at advising on renewable energy issues and has recently been particularly active in supporting clients with acquiring and constructing wind farms and photovoltaic plants, in addition to guiding them through regulatory requirements imposed by EU grid codes and obtaining electricity production concessions. Leading the team is Dominik Strzałkowski, an expert in energy-related regulatory matters, commercial contracts and transactional issues. Other key names to note include Piotr Spaczyński, who focuses his practice on arbitration proceedings and matters related to the exploration of natural resources in Poland, and Anita Palukiewicz, who is highly experienced in administrative matters related to licences for exploration, licensing and production of mineral deposits.

With a focus on the renewables sector, the energy team at Wardynski & Partners advises on the full spectrum of energy-saving investments in Poland, including due diligence reviews, and the regulatory, commercial, and M&A aspects of project developments. The team’s portfolio covers wind farm, thermal power, biomass, nuclear and hydrogen projects, and its client roster includes some of the largest international and domestic corporates, investors and development institutions. Standing at the helm of the practice are Igor Hanas, an expert in regulatory matters, and Mirella Lechna-Marchewka, who advises on greenfield and brownfield developments, and on conventional and waste-to-energy projects. Marek Dolatowski is also a lawyer of note.

WKB Lawyers leverages its ‘great knowledge of the energy market’ to advise on the full spectrum of issues affecting the gamut of energy sub-sectors, including electricity, oil and gas, renewables, nuclear, and mining; this is often done in collaboration with the firm’s infrastructure, environment, litigation, real estate, and M&A teams. The client roster includes major domestic and international energy groups, regulatory offices, and Polish ministries. Veteran lawyer Jerzy Baehr co-heads the practice alongside the ‘solution-oriented’ Maciej Szambelańczyk, who advises on regulatory issues and the acquisition and development of renewable projects. Counsel Krzysztof Sikorski is also of note.

A&O Shearman's Warsaw-based energy group sits within the firm's broader global projects, energy, natural resources, infrastructure group, and excels in assisting clients with issues occuring throughout the entire lifecycle of energy projects, from planning and construction, to financing and sale. Oil and gas, as well as renewables such as solar, wind, hydrogen, and nuclear projects, are at the cornerstone of the practice’s offering, with the team’s reputation upheld by the stature of its client base, which includes some of the world’s largest oil companies and asset managers. Kamil Jankielewicz helms the practice, boasting experience in regulatory, financing, and M&A matters, and specialising in the renewable and low-carbon sectors. Tomasz Kawczyński is a key port of call for complex financings involving commercial and development banks, as well as institutional investors.

With its focus on renewable energy, the team at BSJP bnt Brockhuis Jurczak Prusak Sroka Nilsson Zamorska Sp.k. is a key point of call for foreign and domestic investors seeking advice on the acquisition, development, and financing of their wind, photovoltaic, and biogas projects. The practice is also well versed in advising on other energy sub-sectors, including oils, fuels, utilities and waste management. Dominik Sołtysiak stands at the helm of the practice, regularly assisting with the acquisition and sales of renewable projects, as well as advising on regulatory matters.

The energy and industrials team at Kozłowski Tomasik Oszczak sp.k. is a key resource for energy companies, developers, and operators seeking advice on matters related to conventional energy, renewables, and the oil and gas sectors. Recently, the team has been actively involved in advising on energy transition matters, such as the development of wind, nuclear, and photovoltaic projects. The team is led by founding partner Zbigniew Kozłowski, who is supported by Miłosz Tomasik and Marcin Oszczak.

The energy and infrastructure practice at NGL Legal acts for clients from a range of sub-sectors, including renewables and gas. The practice's workload ranges from advising on regulatory matters and M&A transactions, to assisting with electricity distribution, generation and storage issues. Marek Grzywacz acts as the practice head, and is capably supported by Krzysztof Wiater, whose expertise spans the energy, aerospace, aviation, and defence sectors. Agnieszka Piskorska is also an active team member.

Norton Rose Fulbright advises on a range of energy-related matters, including the development, construction and financing of power, renewable and gas projects, electricity trading, and restructuring of energy-related financings. Its client roster consists of international and domestic utility and energy companies, sponsors, project developers and banks. The team is led by Tomasz Rogalski.

The energy team at Octo Legal leverages its ‘strong regulatory background and commercial awareness‘ when assisting clients in the electricity and gas markets, advising on matters related to distribution, generation and storage of electricity, gas and LNG. Filip Opoka leads the team alongside Maciej Wesołowski; both lawyers have extensive experience in advising entities from the energy and gas sectors. Sylwia Przytulska is also a key member of the team.

Foreign enterprises expanding their activities into Poland, as well as domestic family-owned businesses, instruct the renewable energy team at Rödl & Partner for advice related to due diligence, investment processes, taxation, grants and subsidies for wind and photovoltaic projects. Gdańsk-based Piotr Mrowiec leads the team, aided by Jagna Bronk and Jakub Wajs.

The energy and natural resources team at SMM Legal leverages its expertise in the regulated energy market to advise on matters related to energy transitions, renewables and investments, including merger and tender offers. Its client roster includes electricity suppliers, energy traders and petroleum companies. The practice is co-led by Paweł Łącki, who specialises in matters related to trade, generation and distribution in the energy sector, and Michał Tarka, an expert in renewable energy sources.

The team at Squire Patton Boggs Krześniak sp.k. specialises in the renewable energy sector, advising on matters related to wind and photovoltaic project development, contractual and power purchase agreements, and hydrocarbons. It also supports clients with dispute resolution, including litigations and arbitrations relating to long-term offtake contracts and wind farm construction. Key contacts include Eligiusz Krzesniak, who advises on all aspects of the development, acquisition, disposal,and funding of energy assets, and Paweł Magierowski, who is praised by clients for his knowledge of renewables, conventional, low-carbon, nuclear and thermal power matters.

The energy and natural resources team at Wolf Theiss has recently been bolstered by the arrival of Igor Muszyński from SSW; he focuses on all aspects of energy projects, providing transactional advice across a spectrum of sub-sectors with a particular focus on conventional and renewable energy, including offshore wind projects. The team, which ‘not only handles complex energy-related matters but also effectively acts in disputes’, frequently collaborates with the firm’s corporate and M&A practice to deliver ‘innovative solutions’ to clients from the electricity, natural gas, heat supply and mining industries.