Książek & Bigaj is
'dynamic, solution-focused and available at all hours'. Clients appreciate the firm's long-term approach: 'They advise us with the long-lasting consequences of each solution in mind'. Its client roster includes the local subsidiaries of firms like Tesco, DHL and IKEA.
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THE FIRM This team is praised for its broad knowledge and ability to guide clients through the whole decision-making process. Recent highlights include assisting PGE KWB Belchatów with the interpretation of social agreements for the evaluation of employee claims, including successful representation before the Supreme Court.
Sources say: "Commercial acumen, accessibility and promptness."
KEY INDIVIDUALS Daniel Ksiazek heads the department. "He is extremely responsible and pragmatic and has great communication skills," interviewees confirm. He recently acted for Vattenfall Distribution Poland regarding its collective labour agreement. Wojciech Bigaj is noted for his "thorough knowledge, supportive attitude and practical advice." He is particularly recommended for his advice on occupational safety, health and working-hours regulations.
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Kraków-based Ksiazek i Wspolnicy Sp.K ‘provides fast reactions to problems, as well as valuable and correct legal opinions’. The practice works exclusively on employment and labour law matters and handles a large number of employment-related cases going to trial. Managing partner Daniel Ksiazek is singled out ‘for his competence and openness to clients’ problems’.
Who's Who Legal mentions Daniel Książek and Professor Andrzej M. Świątkowski as two of three recommended practitioners in labour and employment law in Poland.