Tomasz Darowski
Domanski Zakrzewski PalinkaThe construction team at Domanski Zakrzewski Palinka sits within the firm’s infrastructure and energy practice and offers guidance on investments across various sectors, including road and rail, energy, transport, pharmaceuticals, and industrial projects. It is well versed in negotiating agreements with utility suppliers, as well as advising on supervision, construction, and EPC contracts. Contentious issues are another notable strength of the practice, working in tandem with the firm’s litigation department. Tomasz Darowski leads the construction team, specialising in infrastructure investments and related contracts, as well as frequently representing clients in related disputes. Also of note is Marcin Krakowiak, who heads up the infrastructure and energy team. Other recommended names include senior associates Kamil Pociecha and Michal Przychoda, both experienced in advising contracting authorities and involved in settling disputes over investment contracts. Counsel Beata Cieszyńska is a key point of contact for entities operating in the infrastructure, energy and defence sectors.
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‘The DZP team offers a good answer to the new situations we have everyday. Good connection between different departments that allows them to find the best solution.’
‘What, in my opinion, distinguishes the practice: a broad analysis of problems, verification of various aspects, an attempt to understand the arguments of all interested entities and, based on this understanding, preparation of an optimal strategy for the client.'
'Use the support of professional entities in order to obtain solid expert studies on specific topics (e.g. construction), which constitute the core of the law firm's advice, supported by legal provisions in order to protect the client's interests.’
‘I had the pleasure of working with attorney Tomasz Darowski and Kamil Pociecha. Both are distinguished by a high level of professionalism which is reflected in: extensive knowledge of the topics in which they specialise, high level of personal culture, self-control, effective combination of legal and technical aspects.’
Key clients
- Zarząd Morskiego Portu Gdynia S.A.
- Tarchomiński Zakłady Farmaceutyczny Polfa S.A.
- Urbaser S.A.
- Ministry of Funds and Regional Policy and the City of Kraków
- JoysonQuin Automotive Systems Polska sp. z o.o.
- Śląskie Voivodship
Work highlights
- Advising Zarząd Morskiego Portu Gdynia S.A. on the construction of the Outer Port in Gdynia, with an estimated capital expenditure value exceeding PLN 5.5bn.
- Advising pharmaceutical company Polfa Tarchomin on the construction of a manufacturing building in Warsaw.
- Advising the City of Kraków on Phase IV of the Krakow Fast Tram project.
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Tomasz Darowski, Marcin Krakowiak