Greenberg Traurig Nowakowska-Zimoch Wysokinski Sp. k is well regarded for its expert handling of complex transactions for leading private equity houses which have a presence across the CEE region. Its offering is bolstered through the group’s co-operation with the firm’s reputable tax, M&A, real estate, banking and finance, and capital markets departments. Senior partner and chair of the group Lejb Fogelman focuses primarily on international business transactions, and he is supported by Rafał Baranowski, who is active across a variety of industries. Klaudia Królak joined from Linklaters in October 2023.

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Testimonials

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  • 'Highly experienced and knowledgeable, yet extremely pragmatic, team. Always focused on the client's goals and expectations.'
  • 'Michał Bobrzyński is an outstanding individual, bringing high engagement, excellent work ethics and vast experience in structuring and negotiating private equity transactions.'
  • 'They have excellent understanding of private equity clients' expectations and standards, and are always focused on the best outcome for the client.'
  • 'Very holistic approach.'
  • 'Rafał Baranowski has high professional standards.'
  • 'Great team with superb knowledge and problem-solving approach.'
  • 'Rafał Baranowski has impressive knowledge and strategic thinking.'
  • 'Experienced and strong team of professionals.'

Key clients

  • Abris Capital Partners
  • GLP
  • Blackstone
  • Inpost
  • Stock Spirits Group
  • CVC Capital Partners
  • PIB Group
  • Agora S.A.
  • Value4Capital
  • HANSAINVEST Real Assets GmbH
  • Vista Equity Partners
  • Olympus Partners
  • Gilde Healthcare

Work highlights

  • Advised Inpost S.A. on its acquisition of a 30% stake in Menzies Distribution Group from Endless LLP, a private equity fund.
  • Advising Stock Spirits group on the indirect acquisition of 100% of the shares in Polmos Bielsko-Biała S.A.
  • Advised PIB Group on the acquisition of Asist sp. z o.o.

Lawyers

Leading partners
The strongest partners in their field, leading on market-leading deals and endorsed by peers and clients alike.
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Lejb Fogelman

Other key lawyers

Stephen Horvath, Rafał Baranowski, Paweł Piotrowski, Michał Fereniec, Michał Bobrzyński, Klaudia Królak