Praised for its ‘excellent knowledge of IP matters, particularly patent law’, Baker McKenzie Krzyzowski i Wspólnicy Sp.k. also advises on trade mark design, copyrights, advertising, unfair competition, as well as transactional IP matters. The groups handle IP portfolios from a range of industries, notably in tech, FMCG, pharmaceutical and beauty. Marcin Fijałkowski is responsible for leading the practice and focuses his practice on IP enforcement and prosecution, copyright law and unfair competition law. Katarzyna Tobiasz-Dumania supports the practice and excels in IP-related litigation, notably trade marks, designs, patents and unfair competition cases. Jakub Falkowski mostly deals with unfair competition practices, copyrights, digital media and e-commerce advisory.

Bird & Bird Koremba, Dziedzic i Wspólnicy sp.k. enjoys strengths in IP litigation, notably in IP cases involving the life sciences and telecoms sectors. Outside of this, the group is also active in opposition and invalidation proceedings, as well as sponsoring transactions, technology transactions and brand management. The strong triad leading the group is formed of Marta Koremba, Piotr Dynowski and Paweł Lipski . Seasoned IP litigator Koremba handles patent, trade mark and design litigation, as well as brand portfolio management. Dynowski’s strengths lie in patent litigation, as well as technology licensing deals and R&D projects. Lipski focuses his practice on contentious IP, tech, retail and consumer regulations matters.

CMS is a popular choice for its IP practice because of its ‘deep understanding of sector-specific challenges’. The team is well versed at handling matters involving IP enforcement, trade mark and design management, copyright levies and collective rights management. Tomasz Koryzma takes charge of leading the practice and focuses his practice on patent and trade mark rights enforcement, as well as cross-border anti-counterfeiting projects. Alicja Zalewska-Orabona is a key name in the practice and specialises in brand enforcement, contentious trade mark issues and global trade mark portfolio management. Aleksandra Kuźnicka-Cholewa is also a name to note for her experience representing clients in court proceedings concerning infringements of patents, trade marks and copyrights.

DWF Poland Jamka Sp.k's IP practice is relied on by audio-visual producers, publishers, broadcasters, artists and brand owners for advice on cross-border projects and litigation involving trade marks and copyright. The group is also involved in transactional mandates and unfair competition law cases. Oskar Tułodziecki sits at the helm of the practice and is prepared to handle matters involving unfair competition, copyright and trade marks. Marta Wysokińska excels in matters involving copyright, anti-piracy, trade marks and business secrets. Anna Wietrzyńska-Ciołkowsk focuses her practice on transactional matters involving the IP, IT, gambling and insurance sectors.

The Soltysinski Kawecki & Szlezak IP team is regularly instructed to manage international IP portfolios and product launches for clients, as well as providing support to those in the IT sector for trade mark and software protection. On the contentious front, the group represents clients in a range of IP disputes. Szymon Gogulski heads up the practice which benefits from his specialist knowledge in industrial property, unfair competition, advertising law and copyright protection. Marek Oleksyn regularly represents clients before the courts in cases conferencing EU trade mark and design law. Ewa Skrzydło-Tefelska is most active in matters related to patent and trade mark infringement and unfair competition disputes.

Lauded for its ‘outstanding professional knowledge’, Traple Konarski Podrecki & Partners counts IP law as one of its key areas of focus. The group is active in a range of IP disputes and represents clients in judicial and administrative proceedings. Sitting at practice head level, the team is jointly led by co-founding partner Paweł Podrecki; Beata Matusiewicz-Kulig, who specialises in unfair competition and copyright matters; Tomasz Targosz , whose expertise lies in disputes regarding copyright and patent rights; Anna Sokołowska-Ławniczak, who leads on the brand management work; and Agnieszka Schoen, who is knowledgeable of copyright law, notably matters related to collective management organisations.

Wardynski & Partners has a deep bench of expertise covering trade marks, patents, utility models, industrial designs, copyright, databases, domains and advertising. The team is especially active in trade mark and design litigation. Włodzimierz Szoszuk and Anna Pompe-Ciszewska are the duo who jointly lead the group, both of whom are experienced in the exploitation and enforcement of patents, trade marks and designs. Monika Górska supports the practice with specialist knowledge in the protection of plant varieties and game development. Lena Marcinoska-Boulangé is highlighted for her significant expertise in trade marks which feature colour combinations and 3D shapes.

With its roots firmly placed in patent litigation, A&O Shearman also handles a host of other contentious and non-contentious IP matters, notably transactional and advisory copyright and trade mark work. Krystyna Szczepanowska-Kozłowska is responsible for heading up the practice and represents large international companies in patent and trade mark disputes. Justyna Ostrowska ably supports the practice and assists clients with matters pertaining to the transfer of IP, cloud computing, software licensing, SaaS arrangements and technology-driven M&A transactions.

Dentons fields a team of well-rounded IP experts, with expertise in IP rights registration, disposal of rights, distributorship and exclusivity agreements, brand protection, counterfeiting, advertisement and IP disputes. Karol Laskowski sits at the head of the practice, which benefits from his experience in IP due diligence analyses and IP transfer, licensing and co-existence agreement negotiation. Aleksandra Politańska-Kunicka specialises in disputes related to copyright law, trade marks, industrial designs, patents and unfair competition. Marta Stefanowicz and Marcin Przybysz are also key names in the group.

Praised by clients for its ‘experienced approach to complex international matters’, DLA Piper Giziński Kycia sp.k. is also noted for its expertise in the fashion, technology, industrial, banking insurance and healthcare sectors. Ewa Kurowska-Tober spearheads the practice with notable expertise in copyrights, trade marks, unfair competition and advertising law. Olga Leśniewska is a key contact for retail and technology companies seeking advice on brand protection and copyright issues. Alicja Wolny is well versed in pre-trial and court proceedings before the IP authorities.

Distinguished by its ‘deep understanding of the operations of global organisations’, Kochanski & Partners is a popular choice among clients in the pharmaceutical, media and FMCG sectors. The group is well-regarded for its work in the defence of trade marks and patents, notably trade mark infringement cases and advertising litigation. Piotr Kochański and Karolina Marciniszyn are both responsible for co-leading the practice. Kochański specialises in IP transfers, financing and protection. Marciniszyn excels in IP litigation before the common and administrative and the PPO. Tomasz Szambelan is also a key name in the team.

Czyzewscy Kancelaria Adwokacka is a boutique law firm which is rated for its soft IP knowledge, notably copyright, personal rights, entertainment, unfair competition, media and new tech. Sitting at the forefront of the practice is Krzysztof Czyżewski and is frequently leaned on by clients in the film, press, media, literature, advertising, music and new media spaces. Darkusz Tarabasz supports the team and is especially focused on matters involving pharmaceutical law and medical device law.

The IP group at Domanski Zakrzewski Palinka is well-positioned to assist its clients with the registration and monitoring of their EU trade marks and community designs, as well as with international registration proceedings for patents, trade marks and industrial designs. Aleksandra Auleytner leads the team and fields a client roster of large multinational names. Jarosław Konecko is also a key member of the team.

Boutique IP firm Kulikowska & Kulikowski fields a myriad of IP experts who are especially active in litigation involving trade marks, designs, patents and unfair competition. Jarosław Kulikowski, Paweł Kulikowski and Alicja Piotrowicz are the trio responsible for overseeing the practice. Co-founding partner Jarosław is experienced in IP litigation and unfair competition matters. Also a co-founding partner, Paweł is involved in the protection of copyright, trade marks, trade names and geographical indications. Alicja is a reputed patent attorney.

The LDS Lazewski Depo & Partners IP practice is a strong player in the contentious IP space, particularly in patent litigation and SPC, copyright and trade mark prosecution and enforcement, especially in the pharmaceutical and telecoms sectors. The practice is jointly headed by Marek Łazewski who specialises in patent, trade mark and design prosecution and litigation; Michał Siciarek who excels in trade mark and copyright matters; Agnieszka Gałązka-Kuszczyk who has expertise in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors; and Hanna Kinowska.

Established in 2018, Patpol Legal is a firm dedicated to the intricacies of IP law, with extensive knowledge of IP litigation, anti-counterfeiting and parallel import cases. Dariusz Piróg steers the practice, which benefits from his significant experience handling matters involving patent, trade mark and design infringement, as well as copyright infringement and unfair competition. Alicja Rytel, Jakub Słupski and Karina Rysiukiewicz are also names to note.

The WKB Lawyers IP team offers expertise in trade marks, industrial designs and copyright law, especially in the context of the FMCG, life science, retail, entertainment, IT, creative and construction sectors. Co-head of the practice, Agnieszka Wiercińska-Krużewska specialises in IP protection and enforcement. Also co-head of the group, Ewa Jaroszyńska-Kozłowska excels in the areas of trade mark and design law.

Drzewiecki, Tomaszek i Wspólnicy sp.j.'s broad ranging IP practice encompasses IP prosecution enforcement and litigation. Andrzej Tomaszek is responsible for heading up the practice and is key contact for clients in the food, automotive, electronic, construction, textile and pharmaceutical sectors. Krzysztof Szczecina and Karolina Brzezińska are both also highlights of the team.

Dedicated IP boutique Fert Jakubiak Wróblewski Patent and Trademark Attorneys is commended for its ‘exceptional expertise in crafting a tailored IP strategy’ for its clients. The trio at the head of the practice is formed of Marcin Wróblewski, who specialises in IP protection, especially in the field of chemistry, electrotechnics and mechanics; Bartosz Fert, who is a key contact for IP litigation and prosecutionl; and Iwona Jakubiak vel Wojtczak in Poznań, who excels in trade mark and design prosecution.

Praised for its ‘deep expertise in trade marks’, JWP Patent & Trademark Attorneys sp.k. is a specialist IP firm with broad expertise covering IP strategy, portfolio management, filing and prosecution, litigation and transactions. The practice is jointly overseen by Dorota Rzazewska, Tomasz Gawliczek, Tomasz Grucelski, Malgorzata Furmanska, Oliwia Czarnocka, Magdalena Maksimowska, Magdalena Maksimowska.

Osborne Clarke‘s IP offering encompasses regulatory advice, IP transactions, trade mark prosecution and infringement, licensing agreements, internet domain disputes and technology-related cases. Olgierd Świerzewski co-heads the practice and has significant expertise in the life sciences and tech sectors. Also co-head of the practice, Agnieszka Sztoldman, takes charge of the IP disputes work.

RKKW – Kwasnicki, Wrobel & Partners is well-equipped to handle matters involving the protection of trade secrets, as well as litigation following the infringement of trade secrets. Another area of focus for the group is unfair competition law. Aneta Pankowska spearheads the practice with expert knowledge in IP infringement, unfair competition and protection of personal rights.

Specialised IP boutique ROA Rasiewicz & Associates is described by clients as the ‘ go-to law firm for litigation at the highest levels, especially for patent litigation’. Outside of this, the firm is well versed in trade marks, design, copyright and advertising. Justyna Rasiewicz is responsible for overseeing the practice and is active in the field of trade mark and patent law.

Rymarz Zdort Maruta‘s IP practice is highlight regarded for its ability to handle IP matters in the areas of video games, TMT, AI and cloud technology. Its typical workload encompasses IP disputes, IP agreement negotiation and copyright and trade mark transactions. Zbigniew Okon, Michal Pekala and Marcin Maruta form the trio which jointly heads the practice.

SDP Sierżant Dudziński is a specialist IP boutique with significant expertise in IP litigation and enforcement, notably patent prosecution and patent invalidation cases. Dawid Sierżant and Krzysztof Dudziński jointly spearhead the team. Sierżant specialises in litigation concerning patents, designs, trade marks, copyright and unfair competition. Dudziński excels in patent prosecution and invalidation proceedings.

The IP practice at SMM Legal boasts a broad practice which is leaned on by clients in the energy, R&D, telecoms, banking and healthcare sectors. Magdalena Michalska-Niewiadomska and Rafał Sikorski both head up the group. Magdalena is a key contact for copyright and trade mark protection, while Rafał is a go-to advisor for transactions covering goods protected by IP rights.

At Taylor Wessing Poland, its IP offering encompasses trademark prosecutions, infringement matters, licensing agreements, regulatory advice and contentious matters. Przemysław Walasek is responsible for leading the practice and counts blue-chip companies and intentional trade organisation among his client roster. Bartosz Świdrak is highlighted for his life sciences and healthcare sector expertise.

Serving primarily clients in the IT and gaming sectors, Wolf Theiss handles the drafting and negotiation of technology transfer agreements, licensing contacts, IT development and outsourcing agreements. Jakub Pietrasik sits at the helm of the practice and specialises in the tech, AI and life sciences sectors. Marcin Rudnik is also a key name.