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Company law, company formation, restructuring
Can a single-member Ltd. set up another single-member Ltd.?
A limited liability company cannot be formed solely by another sole-member limited liability company. This prohibition is sometimes overlooked in registrations considered routine, and breaching it can bring the entire holding company project to a standstill.
Wojciech Paryś
Current
“Time for Transparent HR” – the 6th edition of the “Praktycy dla HR” conference will take place on 19 November 2026
The 6th edition of the nationwide online conference “Praktycy dla HR”, organised by the law firm VON ZANTHIER & DACHOWSKI, will take place on 19 November 2026. This year’s event, held under the theme “Time for Transparent HR”, will focus on pay transparency, workplace bullying and discrimination, as well as the practical challenges faced by employers, management teams and HR professionals.
Dr. Anna Czerwoniec
Investments in renewable energies
Connecting Renewable Energy Sources to the Grid Following the Amendment to the Energy Law - How the New Regulations Are Intended to Unlock Grid Connection Capacity
The amendment to the Energy Law changes the rules for connecting renewable energy installations to the grid and increases investors’ responsibility for the actual progress of their projects. Shorter deadlines, mandatory security and flexible connection models are intended to prevent grid capacity from being blocked by so-called “zombie projects” and to improve the use of existing infrastructure.
Jakub Wysocki
Investments in renewable energies
OFFSHORE WIND IN POLAND
CROSS-BORDER LEGAL & TAX SUPPORT FOR OFFSHORE AND M&O COMPANIES ENTERING THE POLISH MARKET
Łukasz Dachowski, Dr. Małgorzata Stępień
Labour law and HR
Feedback or Mobbing? New Standards for Manager-Employee Communication
The recent amendment to the Polish Labour Code sets a clearer line between permissible criticism and mobbing. This means that employers must not only update their internal procedures but also provide practical training for managers to ensure safe and effective feedback.
Karolina Barałkiewicz-Sokal, Paula Staszak-Urbańska
Investment and commercial law
LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY VS. SOLE PROPRIETORSHIP / LIMITED PARTNERSHIP – WHICH LEGAL FORM IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
Choosing the right legal form of business is a fundamental step on the path to starting your own company and marks the beginning of every entrepreneurial journey. Understanding the differences between the most popular options not only helps to limit potential risks but also increases your chances of market success and future business growth.
Karolina Barałkiewicz-Sokal
Company law, company formation, restructuring
Comparison of legal forms: a limited liability company (Sp. z o.o.) - sole proprietorship or limited partnership
Choosing the right legal form is one of the most important decisions when starting a business in Poland. This article compares the Sp. z o.o., sole proprietorship, and limited partnership, outlining their advantages, disadvantages, and key legal and tax implications. It serves as a practical guide for entrepreneurs seeking the optimal structure based on risk exposure, capital requirements, and growth plans.
Paula Staszak-Urbańska
Other
DTA Germany–Poland: Avoiding Double Taxation on Investments in Poland
German companies that invest in Poland or set up subsidiaries here benefit from attractive tax rates – provided they avoid double taxation. In this article, we explain how the double tax treaty between Germany and Poland (DTA Germany–Poland) works, how to avoid common pitfalls, and how to make investments tax-efficient.
Magdalena Stefaniak–Odziemska
Investment and commercial law
SP. Z O.O. EXPLAINED – MEANING, LEGAL FORM, DIFFERENCES FROM GMBH
A limited liability company (sp. z o.o.) is a business form that continues to enjoy enduring popularity in Poland among both new and experienced entrepreneurs. Thanks to the advantageous combination of limited liability for shareholders and relatively low entry barriers, a sp. z o.o. offers an attractive alternative to other types of companies and sole proprietorships.
Karolina Barałkiewicz-Sokal
Labour law and HR
6 months to implement new obligations. Which employers will need a new internal policy?
The amendment to the Labour Code introduces a comprehensive obligation for employers with at least 10 employees to regulate how they prevent mobbing, discrimination and violations of personal rights. Employers will have 6 months from the entry into force of the act to adapt their internal documentation.
Karolina Barałkiewicz-Sokal, Paula Staszak-Urbańska