GSW Legal Grabarek, Szalc i Wspólnicy Sp.k.
Rafał Szalc heads up GSW Legal Grabarek, Szalc i Wspólnicy Sp.k.‘s corporate team, and he jointly chairs the M&A group alongside Maria Janicka. On the corporate side, the team is adept at handling conflicts and negotiating contracts. On the M&A side, transactional work includes both domestic and cross-border mandates, as well as exits and market entry work. Former co-head Tomasz Grabarek joined BDDG Bartosiewicz, Di Dea, Grabarek radcowie prawni sp. p in June 2023.
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Testimonials
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‘I think that it is a dynamic, constantly developing law firm that adapts to the needs of clients and the dynamics of changes in the legal services market. Ongoing consulting in the field of our company's business activities is at a very high level.The lawyers are very approachable, relatable and, most importantly, very professional.'
'Rafał Szalc deserves special attention. We cooperate with him most often. He is easily accessible, conscientious and reliable. I appreciate very much his excellent knowledge of issues related to commercial company law, capital markets, and mergers and acquisitions. He is very accurate, precise and does not miss any details. I think he is an excellent, brilliant, agile lawyer.’
‘The GSW team covers a wide range of legal issues. They respond very quickly and professionally to the topics raised. Moreover, they approach the discussed issues comprehensively and do not limit themselves to just completing the task.'
'Rafał Szalc is a lawyer who understands the client's perspective exceptionally well and supports investment processes effectively. He mitigates all risks and handles matters very efficiently. Even in challenging situations, he proposes solutions that streamline the investment process.'
- 'Marzena Obiedzińska-Wójcik supports corporate matters and contracts with counterparts, demonstrating significant efficiency and an unconventional approach to proposed solutions. Her characteristic feature is openness to finding solutions and quick action.’
‘GSW is a team of experts in commercial and capital law. They are very communicative and always find a fresh and creative solution.’
'Rafał Szalc is an exceptional specialist in capital and corporate law. I can only think highly of him. His commitment to every case is at a very high level and thanks to his experience he can handle any problem or situation.'
'Maria Janicka is a great expert in commercial law. She has extensive experience in corporate services and M&A projects. Her great advantage is her excellent sense of business, thanks to which her advice always considers the business perspective.’
Key clients
- 4Mobility S.A.
- American School of Warsaw
- Central European Engine Services sp. z o.o.
- Changemaker Educations Ab
- Digital Care Capital Group
- Eidotech sp. z o.o.
- Elemental Holding S.A.
- Elkom Trade
- Futbol24.Com
- Lincoln Storm Group
- LOT Aircraft Maintenance Services sp. z o.o.
- ITBoom sp. z o.o.
- Mazovia Capital
- Soflab Technology sp. z o.o.
- Start Parking
- Ecom Media sp. z o.o.
- Connected Life sp. z o.o.
- Capital Partners
- Powiśle BJK Spółka z ograniczoną odpowiedzialnością
- Pointpack S.A.
- Termisil Glass sp. z o. o.
- iMad sp. z o.o.
- Neweco spzo spk
Work highlights
- Advised Pointpack S.A. on the acquisition of 51% of the shares in P2A BOX sp. z o. o. and asssisted with negotiations of the terms and conditions of further investment in this target company.
- Advised Capital Partners Funds, as well as the founders and majority shareholders of Orbitvu Sp. z o.o. on the acquisition of the majority stake in Orbitvu Sp. z o.o. by Abris Capital Partners.
- Advised shareholders of PGA Accounting sp. z o.o. on the acquisition of the entire stake in PGA Accounting sp. z o.o. by ASB Poland of ASB Group.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Rafał Szalc, Maria Janicka