Forming part of the wider criminal litigation and internal investigations practice, the white-collar crime team at Dentons is a popular choice for its ‘deep understanding of the law and years of experience'. It is regularly instructed on a range of matters, including cybercrime, fraud through corruption, and asset stripping. The team boasts particular expertise in the life sciences, automotive, financial, real estate and TMT sectors. ’Extremely dedicated and hardworking‘ practice head Agnieszka Wardak is skilled in representing individuals and companies in criminal proceedings.
Testimonials
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‘Always up-to-date and even a step ahead, good monitoring and warning system for the management boards, wonderful training, practical explanation of complex issues.’
‘Agnieszka Wardak - always oriented in the current and incoming legal situations, practical explanation of any complex issue, solution-oriented, prevents possible panic in difficult situations.'
‘The team is truly unique in applying creative yet very reasonable approaches to the cases they handle. Deep understanding of the law and years of experience allow the team to effectively deal even with sophisticated business issues in the background of the case. The level of engagement which I experienced while working with the team and availability for clients is also unmatched.'
‘Agnieszka Wardak's ability to spot tiny details in the facts of the case, which later may turn the course of the case entirely, is a truly rare quality. She is a genuine strategist in litigation and offers far more than just excellent legal advice. She notices also non-obvious yet important aspects of the case, such as external communication and emotional state of the parties. Her experience and dedication to turn every stone to look for the best solution is truly reassuring.'
'Team member Joanna Kornaszewska stands out as one of the brightest defence attorneys on the Warsaw market.’
‘The work was directed by Agniezska Wardak who provided excellent advice and leadership, and access to other law firm expertise. She was incredibly generous with her time and also demonstrated unique and create legal problem-solving skills. We were incredibly fortunate to be able to work with her and the team;’
‘Agnieszka Wardak is extremely dedicated and hardworking and goes above and beyond to ensure an excellent client service.’
‘Their passion, commitment and dedication to ensure an excellent delivery.’
Key clients
- Tundra Advisory
- Sling Aircraft
- Americares Foundation
- Boehringer Ingelheim
- Cornerstone Partners
- FMC Agro
- GE Medical Systems
- Medtronic
- Mitsubishi HC Capital
- Oriflame
- Philips
- Polpharma Group
- Westport Fuel Systems
- White Star Real Estate
Work highlights
- Represented an international automotive sector manufacturer in the successful prosecution of a former distributor on charges of fraud and asset-stripping.
- Represented a global leasing and finance company in an internal investigation into charges of fraud, abuse of position, acting to the detriment of the company, and harassment.
- Represented a major European financial institution in a series of prosecutorial investigations into allegations of financial fraud, acting to the detriment of several thousands of investors, and potential liability of the institution's board members for failure to meet the appropriate standard of care and causing detriment to the institution.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Agnieszka Wardak