The energy sector is integral at Rymarz Zdort Maruta, with the firm routinely engaged in projects covering joint venture and M&A structures within the PV and gas sectors, with a particular specialisation in LNG projects. A recent area of expansion for the firm is atomic projects, with recent highlights including advising PGE on the development of Poland’s second nuclear plant. The team frequently collaborates with the firm’s dispute resolution department in order to handle contentious cases with an energy focus. Leading the team is Marek Durski, who is lauded by one client for being ‘ahead of the market in terms of his knowledge’; his wide-ranging practice covers M&A and privatisation transactions within the energy sector. Other key contacts include Łukasz Lech, an energy law expert, and Adrian Augustyniak, who focuses on regulatory issues concerning the energy sector. The firm recently bolstered its environmental and ESG offering with the addition of Agnieszka Skorupińska from CMS, who now leads a dedicated sub-group.
Testimonials
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‘Extremely strong legal knowledge combined with deep commercial understanding.'
‘Marek Durski is a leader in the field and a trusted advisor with best-in-class legal knowledge combined with a strong commercial sense.'
'I like very much the holistic vapproach from Agnieszka Skorupińska and other team members to give a broader perspective. It's very helpful in making business decisions in such a changing environment.'
‘I would single out Marek Durski, the head of the energy team. He is a very smooth negotiator and a lawyer who really knows how to combine the letter of the law with what the business needs.’
‘I would indeed highly recommend the energy team. The service and professionalism displayed from the get-go, along with the patience and business-oriented approach throughout the cooperation with the Rymarz Zdort Maruta team, are truly reflective of an outstanding law firm.'
'They were there whenever we needed them and gave clear answers and explanations to our questions, always responding to calls and emails. I felt confident that our matters were in good hands.'
‘Marek Durski is ahead of the market in terms of his knowledge. He's always available when needed and provides concise and targeted advice in line with commercial objectives.’
Key clients
- PGE Polska Grupa Energetyczna S.A.
- Amber Infrastructure
- Electrum sp. z o.o.
- VH Invest AG
- Polskie Gornictwo Naftowe i Gazownictwo S.A.
- ENEA S.A.
- Energa S.A.
- Last Energy
- Enlight Renewable Energy
- Equinor
Work highlights
- Advised Polska Grupa Energetyczna on the formation of PGE PAK Energia Jadrowa– a joint venture between PGE and ZEPAK, each with a 50% shareholding – for the development of Poland’s second nuclear power plant to be constructed in Patnow.
- Advised Polskie Gornictwo Naftowe i Gazownictwo on a number of gas sale agreements with Equinor for natural gas from the Norwegian continental shelf to be delivered to Poland via the Baltic Pipe gas pipeline.
- Advised Polish energy group PGE on the development of an offshore wind project with Orsted, which included providing advice regarding the formation of a JV, construction management, operations and maintenance issues, public procurement and project financing.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Marek Durski