CMS is known for providing end-to-end legal solutions across the entire energy and natural resources spectrum, with the team guiding clients through asset acquisition, obtaining licenses and concessions, zoning, planning and construction permits as well as environmental approvals and ESG compliance. The firm also assists with project financing, negotiating project agreements and day-to-day operational advice, with particular strength in sectors including nuclear, SMRs and transmission networks. Practice head Marcin Bejm advises on the acquisition, construction and development of key infrastructure assets, project finance, PPPs and concessions. Łukasz Szatkowski lends his expertise in both conventional and renewable energy projects while Angelika Szufel is known for her handling of renewable energy and infrastructure development.
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Testimonials
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- ‘Very strong energy practice with very wide range of knowledge and experience. They are up to date with all the key expected regulatory changes. The energy team is quite large so they get experience from working with different clients and on different matters. CMS is one of the largest legal firms in Poland - it is quite easy for them to provide support for the matters on the edge of energy and other areas.’
- ‘What makes the CMS team unique is their availability, precision, and strong sector knowledge. They are always responsive and provide advice that is practical. We value their ability to adapt quickly to changes and to deliver clear answers even in uncertain situations.’
- ‘We appreciate CMS for their client focus and consistency. The team is reliable, detail-oriented, and always ready to support us, even on short notice.'
- ‘The cooperation with CMS's energy and natural resources practice has always been smooth. The team is responsive and helpful and has shown the ability to utilise resources.’
- ‘The energy team at CMS is very well experienced. They worked on many projects and this gives them a big advantage in finding the best strategy or solution.’
- ‘Marcin Bejm stands out as partner responsible for large infrastructure projects and EPC works. He is not only outstanding lawyer but also skilled manager and people-person.’
Key clients
- Axpo
- Central European Petroleum
- ČEZ Group
- Eesti Gaas/Elenger
- ENERGA
- Equinor
- Grupa Azoty
- KGHM
- PGE
- PGNiG
- Operator Gazociągów Przesyłowych GAZ-SYSTEM
- Orlen
Work highlights
Advised Equinor and Polenergia on the project financing of their 1.44 GW Baltic offshore wind portfolio.
Advised Polskie Elektrownie Jądrowe on the development and financing of a large-scale nuclear power plant.
Advised Solterra Brand Services on a strategic framework agreement with Pacific Green for up to 400 MW of BESS projects in Poland and on the acquisition of a 35 MW standalone energy storage system.
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Practice head
Marcin Bejm
Other key lawyers
Łukasz Szatkowski; Angelika Szufel