The dispute resolution practice at Squire Patton Boggs Krześniak sp.k. is active in representing clients in the energy and TMT sectors in particularl, with the insurance, corporate, real estate, and financial services industries also being areas of focus. Experienced litigator Eligiusz Krześniak and managing partner Elżbieta Żemojtel jointly lead the team. Paweł Bukiel is a key name to note in the arbitration space.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Dedicated person to each task.’

  • ‘Elżbieta Żemojtel focuses on clients' needs even if it's against the short-term interest of the law firm.’

  • ‘I want to highlight that the team is very professional. I always had open discussions during our meetings. In general, a very collaborative approach.’

  • ‘Elżbieta Żemojtel is distinguished by the precision of capturing details and creating an image that perfectly captures the essence of the matter. She is very good in personal contact, removing any barrier and building trust on a high level.’

Key clients

  • Dalekovod
  • ACCIONA Energy
  • Mosty Capital Group
  • Generali
  • Republic of Ecuador

Work highlights

  • Representing ACCIONA Energy Poland in a dispute with a major Polish state-controlled energy operator regarding its attempt to terminate a long-term energy off-take agreement and compensation for the off-taker’s failure to perform.
  • Representing Dalekovod, a Croatian electrical engineering company, in a dispute with major electricity providers in Poland concerning the realisation of infrastructure investments on the energy network, including issues relating to contractual penalties and contract termination effectiveness.
  • Representing Generali, as an insurer of a major European manufacturer of certain food and beverage types, in a product safety case against one of its ingredients providers.

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Eligiusz Krześniak, Elżbieta Żemojtel

Other key lawyers

Justyna Dereszyńska, Paweł Bukiel