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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
Investments in renewable energies
Energy mix in Poland and Germany: differences and opportunities for investors
Comparing the energy mix of Poland and Germany helps investors realistically assess emission intensity, price risk and grid connection realities, and to design an appropriate ESG and energy procurement strategy. A concise map of the differences and similarities increases the robustness of business models and enables targeted use of local opportunities.
Justyna Loretańska
Labour law and HR
Pay transparency - Challenge No. 1: Role Mapping roles and Job Evaluation
Pay transparency became one of the key topics for employers in 2026. The new rules are set to fundamentally transform recruitment practices, remuneration policies and the way organisations report gender pay gaps.
Paula Staszak-Urbańska
VAT Compliance
Amazon FBA and Other Fulfillment Services in Poland – When Does VAT Liability Arise?
Find out when VAT liability arises for Amazon FBA and other warehouses in Poland. Learn how to handle VAT correctly and avoid problems with the tax authorities.
Aleksandra Philips
VAT Compliance
When Does a Foreign Company Need to Register for VAT in Poland? 10 Most Common Cases
VAT registration in Poland is not only mandatory for Polish businesses but also for foreign companies operating on the Polish market. Whether you sell goods, provide services, or run an e-commerce business, understanding Polish VAT rules is essential to avoid tax risks. In this article, we present the 10 most common situations in which a foreign company must register for VAT in Poland.
Aleksandra Philips
Current
VON ZANTHIER & DACHOWSKI at Spreewindrunde 2026 in Nauen
Jakub Wysocki and Karolina Barałkiewicz-Sokal represented VON ZANTHIER & DACHOWSKI at Spreewindrunde 2026 in Nauen. The discussions focused on practical aspects of connecting renewable energy projects to the grid in Poland, with particular emphasis on risks, deadlines and decisions that are important for investors planning wind, photovoltaic or energy storage projects.
Dr. Anna Czerwoniec
Company law, company formation, restructuring
Mezzanine capital in a spółka z o.o. – an alternative between bank financing and an investor
The growth of a company often requires additional financing. However, entrepreneurs do not always want to take out another bank loan or transfer shares to an investor. One possible solution may be mezzanine capital, which combines features of debt financing and equity financing.
Wojciech Paryś
Transfer pricing
Planned simplifications to TPR-C: fewer formalities in transfer pricing reporting
The planned changes to TPR-C may significantly simplify transfer pricing reporting, particularly regarding declarations and the signing of information. It is worth reviewing now how the new regulations may affect documentation obligations and reporting procedures within the company.
Magdalena Stefaniak–Odziemska
VAT Compliance
OSS and local VAT registration in Poland – when one system is not enough
The VAT OSS (One Stop Shop) system was designed to simplify VAT compliance within the European Union, and in many cases, it truly serves that purpose. For businesses engaged in cross-border sales, particularly in e-commerce, OSS can be a major facilitation.
Aleksandra Philips