Bird & Bird Koremba, Dziedzic i Wspólnicy sp.k. offers a full range of employment law services, with noteworthy expertise in HR restructurings, compliance, investigations and immigration. Sectors of focus for the group include TMT, automotive, R&D, energy, retail, media and banking and finance. Karolina Stawicka takes charge of leading the practice and shines in compliance-related projects and internal investigations. Michał Olszewski is a key name in the group and is the go-to advisor for terminations of employment relations and the employment of temporary or foreign workers.

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Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘The employment team handles high-calibre clients and matters daily. They are aware that clients work in a fast-paced environment and never fail to deliver.’
  • ‘Michał Olszewski and Siuzan Ali Khaled stand out for their exceptional combination of expertise, dedication and client-focused approach, which sets them apart from competitors. Their ability to consistently deliver high-quality work while maintaining strong, collaborative relationships with clients makes them truly distinctive.’
  • ‘Michał Olszewski is the main lawyer coordinating Bird & Bird's advice to us, supported by other team members. I appreciate Michał’s analytical approach and market experience regarding the needs of companies similar to ours. His presentation of available solutions, summarising the pros and cons and considering market practice rather than just explaining legal rules, is very helpful for running our business efficiently.’
  • ‘Kacper Podplomyk is an excellent lawyer who goes above and beyond for clients. He is very detail-oriented and provides thorough legal advice, showing strong skills in assessing legal issues within the wider context of the industry and client needs.’
  • ‘We cooperated with Paweł Wyrębek on aspects of the legalisation of our company's employees. Poland's migration code is complex and sometimes confusing. Wyrębek provided support even in the most difficult cases, finding solutions and giving actionable advice. Thanks to his expertise, all our employees obtained the required work and resident permits.’
  • ‘Bird & Bird Warsaw's employment and immigration team provides high-quality legal services with a deep understanding of our business and operations. They recommend solutions to the problems faced by our HR team rather than just analysing what the law says, making them a reliable and valuable partner.’
  • ‘Paulina Grotkowska’s high-level expertise, project management skills, sense of ownership and accountability and exceptional communication give us the confidence to rely on her advice and ensure the successful completion of any project, no matter how complex.’ 

Key clients

  • LivePerson Group
  • Flextronics Group
  • Stellantis N.V.
  • OpenX Group
  • Dayco Group
  • Precizo Sp. z o.o.
  • DataRobot
  • ClearCourse Group
  • European Lawyers in Lesvos (ELIL)

Work highlights

  • Advising LivePerson on a number of employment, immigration, tax and other related issues.
  • Advising Dayco Group in the research, design, manufacture and distribution of essential engine drive systems in all aspects of demerger and strategic acquisition, including TUPE/non-TUPE and corporate aspects.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Leading associates with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Karolina Stawicka

Other key lawyers

Michał Olszewski, Paula Koczara, Paulina Grotkowska