Deemed a ‘go-to competition team’, Baker McKenzie Krzyzowski i Wspólnicy Sp.k. is particularly well-regarded for full-service contentious work, assisting clients from the initial cartel investigations and dawn raids, down to competition and consumer litigation. The team is well-equipped to provide advice on antitrust compliance, merger clearance and EU grants expertise . The expansive team is jointly led by Marcin Trepka, who specialises in Polish and EU competition law, regularly representing clients in both domestic and EU courts, and Mikołaj Piaskowski, who also displays competency representing clients in proceedings, however, specialising in merger control. Elżbieta Buczkowska represents clients in international litigation issues, most notably regarding state aid.

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Testimonials

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  • 'A very strong and reliable practice. They are able to advise on all aspects of competition and consumer law, particularly on complex issues requiring in-depth expertise. We enjoy working with them.'
  • 'Baker McKenzie Krzyzowski i Wspólnicy Sp.k.'s competition and antitrust practice is distinguished by its comprehensive understanding of complex regulatory environments and its strategic approach to competition issues. The team’s strength lies in their ability to deliver nuanced, data-driven insights and solutions, effectively navigating both domestic and international antitrust challenges.'
  • 'The go-to competition team.'
  • 'Their core strengths include: exceptional promptness in merger clearances, securing swift approvals, and leveraging global network insights to navigate complex multi-jurisdictional filings efficiently.'
  • 'It is unquestionably one of the strongest teams on the market. Their knowledge and expertise is outstanding. They are also responsive, to the point and pragmatic.'
  • 'Very experienced team, with wide industry knowledge.'
  • 'The practice is characterised by outstanding knowledge, absolute understanding of business, unique legal skills and competence.'

Key clients

  • MINOVA Ekochem SA
  • MERIDA Polska sp. z o.o.
  • KIA Polska
  • Eltrox Sp. z o.o. (formerly: E-commerce Partners sp. z o.o.
  • Agencja Rozwoju Przemysłu S.A. and GRI Renewable Industries, S.L.
  • MHP Group
  • Vinted UAB
  • PayPal Inc.
  • The Walt Disney Company (Benelux) BV
  • Canal+ Polska S.A.
  • BNP Paribas Bank Polska S.A., mBank
  • LG
  • Passat-Stal
  • Weber
  • SNOWFLAKE INC.
  • Murapol
  • INTEL
  • Shell Polska
  • TEMU (Whaleco Technology)
  • ORICA Group
  • BOLT Technology OU
  • Garmin Polska sp. z o.o.
  • Novo Nordisk
  • Zakłady Farmaceutyczne Polpharma S.A.
  • Baby Bjorn AB
  • TERG S.A. (Media Expert)
  • Polskie Stowarzyszenie Rowerowe (Polish Bicycle Association)
  • Galderma
  • Dawtona sp. z o.o.
  • PFR Nieruchomości S.A.
  • The British School sp. z o.o.
  • CPI Property Group
  • Agora S.A.

Work highlights

  • Represented MINOVA Ekochem SA in the appeal proceeding against the Polish Competition Authority's decision imposing a financial penalty.
  • Represented Eltrox sp. z o.o. in appeal proceedings against the Polish Competition Authority's decision finding price fixing and market sharing.
  • Represented Canal+ Polska S.A. in appeal proceedings against the decision of the President of the Polish Competition Authority alleging a violation of collective consumer interests.

Lawyers

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Elżbieta Buczkowska
Baker McKenzie Krzyzowski i Wspólnicy Sp.k.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Marcin Trepka, Mikołaj Piaskowski

Other key lawyers

Elżbieta Buczkowska