All articles by Karolina Barałkiewicz-Sokal
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.
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.
Labour law and HR
HR Alert: workplace mobbing redefined. What does the draft Labour Code amendment mean for employers?
The government’s draft amendment to the Labour Code introduces, for the first time in twenty years, a new definition of workplace mobbing, higher financial penalties and additional obligations for employers. Find out what the planned changes involve and how to prepare your organisation in good time.
Company law, company formation, restructuring
Company Formation in Poland - Costs and Setup Time Realistically Explained
How much does it really cost to set up a company in Poland? Overview of costs, duration, and typical price factors for German entrepreneurs.
Current
Pay transparency 2026 in practice - a meeting for HR and business leaders in Poznań
On 5 May 2026, the meeting “Pay Transparency 2026: legal regulations and a practical case study for HR and business leaders” took place in Poznań. The event focused on preparing organisations for the implementation of new rules on pay transparency and equal pay.
Company law, company formation, restructuring
Setting up a Polish LLC with foreign shareholders and directors
Poland is an attractive destination for international entrepreneurs. The incorporation of a limited liability company by a foreign corporate entity, or the appointment of foreign managing directors, is legally permissible and common practice. Nevertheless, specific formal and legal requirements apply, which should be taken into account at an early stage. Dennoch gelten besondere formale und rechtliche Anforderungen, die frühzeitig berücksichtigt werden sollten.
Successes
2024-2025 Customer Satisfaction Survey Results - Confirming Quality, Professionalism, and Customer-Centricity
We are delighted to present the results of our 2024–2025 Customer Satisfaction Survey. With scores exceeding 9/10 across key areas of collaboration, these results are not only a source of pride but, above all, a confirmation of our commitment to an advisory model rooted in professionalism, pragmatism, and a genuine understanding of our clients' businesses.
Company law, company formation, restructuring
Company formation in Poland: registration vs. opening—legal differences and practice
What is the difference between company registration and opening in Poland? Find out which legal steps are important when establishing a company.
Labour law and HR
Polish Draft Act on Pay Transparency — What We Know Today and Its Implications for Employers
The Polish government has published a draft act implementing EU Directive 2023/970, aimed at effectively strengthening the principle of equal pay through pay transparency, objective job evaluation, and pay gap reporting in companies with 100+ employees. Discover the key obligations and practical steps you can take now to prepare your organization safely ahead of the 7 June 2026 deadline.
Labour law and HR
5th edition of the “Time for Equal Pay!” conference – law, practice and responsibility
We have just concluded the fifth edition of the “Time for Equal Pay!” conference—an event that has become a fixture on the calendar of debates on employment law, HR, and pay equity in Poland.