KWKR Konieczny Wierzbicki i Partnerzy has a diverse client roster, spanning both well-established companies and start-ups from the fintech, medtech, banking, and IT and software industries, as well as investment funds. The private equity group frequently assists with acquisitions and divestments, both domestically and internationally. Praised for her ‘in-depth legal knowledge’, Paulina Opiełka chairs the practice and specialises in entry and exit transactions; she is also active in advising entrepreneurs on commercialisation matters. Managing partners Marcin Wierzbicki and Michał Konieczny are also key names to note, with respective expertise in corporate and real estate law.
Testimonials
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- 'I would highly recommend the services of KWKR law firm. The professionalism of the lawyers, as well as their extensive knowledge and experience of MBO and asset deals, ensured that the entire transaction at every stage went according to plan, which allowed both parties to smoothly complete the planned activities.'
- 'Paulina Opiełka combines in-depth legal knowledge with excellent understanding of business aspects. She is very responsible, accurate and has good contact with clients.'
‘Michał Konieczny's greatest virtue is the meticulousness with which he approaches the legal work he performs. His thoroughness has ensured that every action performed as part of the transaction proceeded according to the schedule presented to me. Without a doubt, his extensive and comprehensive legal knowledge in the field of MBO and asset deals deserves mention here.'
- 'Michał Konieczny and Marcin Wierzbicki stand out for their excellently developed communication skills, which enable them to explain the most complex and complicated legal issues in an accessible way. All actions taken by both were characterised by great care and preceded by careful analysis.'
‘KWKR Law Firm stands out in the legal market for its innovative and cutting-edge approach. Most noteworthy is the fact that KWKR specialists have not only in-depth legal knowledge, but also excellent business acumen, which allows them to step into the role of effective legal, and also business, advisors.'
‘The major advantages of KWKR's private equity team are their flexibility and understanding of the business needs of clients. They know how to negotiate investment agreements without focusing on legal obstacles, because they understand the business. They are also able to provide legal assistance in corporate matters in the digital world, as they understand the functioning of e-companies.’
‘I had an opportunity to work with Paulina Opiełka. I value her responsiveness and her style of negotiation; not aggressive, but rather flexible, with the ability to find quickly a solution acceptable for both sides.’
‘We work most often with Paulina Opiełka and Mateusz Sordyl. They are able to take a comprehensive approach to an issue and effectively point to its solution.'
Key clients
- Maximus Capital
- Honey Payment
- NCBR Investment Fund ASI S.A
- Software Mindsp. z o.o.
- Epeer sp. z o. o.
- Questpass sp. z o.o
- Carscanner
- KNACKS sp. z o.o.
- Adianano sp. z o.o.
- Digital Ocean Ventures
- WP2 Investment
- Ailleron S.A.
Work highlights
- Advised Software Mind sp. z o.o. on the purchase of seven companies in five different countries (Argentina, the US, Romania, Poland, and Moldova).
- Advised fintech start-up Epeer on its international takeover by the Canadian company Kings Entertainment Group Inc.
- Advised Maximus S.A. and Honey Payment on the merger of the two companies, which allowed Honey Payment to enter into public trading in a form of reverse takeover.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Paulina Opiełka