About us

At MFW Fiałek, we specialise in transaction consultancy, with a particular emphasis on mergers and acquisitions, sales of enterprises, advisory services for private equity and venture capital funds, and restructuring, as well as public offerings and capital market transactions.

For many years, we have advised both Polish and foreign entrepreneurs and financial institutions, including private equity funds, banks, public institutions, and other entities. We have carried out numerous transactions with a high degree of complexity.

Our lawyers have gained extensive experience in dozens of completed transactions, including in cooperation with renowned international law firms. Our clients appreciate our creativity, efficiency, and effectiveness in conducting transactions.

Our clients have always appreciated the exceptional quality of the services we provide. Both our firm and our attorneys have performed highly in rankings and have won numerous awards from industry publications.


Why choose us?

  • we have exceptional experience accumulated through dozens of successfully completed projects,
  • we understand our clients’ needs and expectations,
  • we provide an individual approach to our clients and their affairs,
  • our partners are engaged in every step of the projects we implement,
  • we have a team of experienced attorneys who have advised clients on various types of complex transactions,
  • our attorneys combine the highest level of theoretical knowledge with a practical approach to projects,
  • our experienced team provides services of the quality equal to that offered by international law firms,
  • we offer flexible financial terms and remuneration conditions.

They trusted us


Awards and rankings

The highest quality of our services has been appreciated many times. Our lawyers have won numerous awards granted by professional publishing houses and rankings as well as industry organizations.

  • Rzeczpospolita
  • The Lawyer European Awards
  • PSIK
  • Chambers Europe
  • IFLR1000
  • Legal 500
  • MergerMarket
  • CEE Mergers and Acquisitions

In the Ranking of Law Firms of the daily newspaper Rzeczpospolita 2023, we were named as a leader in the categories (Division II – law firms with up to 50 lawyers): Commercial Law, Corporate Law, Mergers and Acquisitions; Private Equity and Real Estate.

Mirosław Fiałek was recognised as a leader in the categories Commercial Law, Corporate, M&A and Private Equity, and Rafał Siemieniec in the category: Real Estate.

MFW Fialek has been shortlisted as a finalist for The Lawyer European Awards 2023 in the European Specialist Law Firm of The Year category.

MFW Fialek has been shortlisted as a finalist for The Lawyer European Awards 2022 in the European Specialist Law Firm of The Year category.

The Private Equity practice, led by Partner Miroslaw Fiałek, is a finalist in the “legal advisor” category of the PSIK Awards competition, organised by the Polish Private Equity and Venture Capital Association. The law firm is among the five law firms in Poland that were nominated.

The Private Equity practice, led by Partner Miroslaw Fiałek, was a finalist in the “legal advisor” category of the PSIK Awards competition, organised by the Polish Private Equity and Venture Capital Association. The law firm was among the four law firms in Poland that were nominated.

In the Chambers Europe 2024 ranking, MFW Fiałek law firm has been distinguished in the Corporate & M&A: Mid Market category, advancing to Band 3 this year compared to our previous position:

“MFW Fiałek climbs the rankings as a result of strong market support. The team advises on a full range of corporate matters, including acquisitions, joint ventures and corporate structuring. The team has experience advising international investors, including private equity funds. Its clients include domestic conglomerates as well as international companies.”

Mirosław Fiałek, our managing partner, has once again been recognised as a recommended lawyer in the Corporate & M&A: Mid Market category. Mirosław Fiałek maintained his position in the ranking and was indicated at Band 2.

According to Chambers Europe Mirosław Fiałek showcases extensive activity and market recognition at the mid-market level. Fiałek is proficient at handling acquisitions and restructuring procedures.”

In the Chambers Europe 2023 ranking, MFW Fiałek law firm has been distinguished in the Corporate & M&A: Mid Market category:

MFW Fiałek enters the rankings as a result of strong market support. The team advises on a full range of corporate matters, including acquisitions, joint ventures and corporate structuring. The team has experience advising international investors, including private equity funds. Its clients include domestic conglomerates as well as international companies.

Mirosław Fiałek, our managing partner, has once again been recognised as a recommended lawyer in the Corporate & M&A: Mid Market category. His position in this ranking has strengthened and this year he has been designated as Band 2.

According to Chambers Europe Mirosław Fiałek showcases extensive activity and market recognition at the mid-market level. Mirosław Fiałek is proficient at handling acquisitions and restructuring procedures.

In the Chambers Europe 2022 ranking, Partner Mirosław Fiałek was awarded in the Corporate/M&A: Mid-Market category in Band 3.

Mirosław Fiałek has joined the ranking ‘after showcasing extensive activity and market recognition at the mid-market level’. In addition, he has been recognized as an expert in handling acquisitions and restructuring.

In the Chambers Europe 2012 ranking, Partner Mirosław Fiałek was distinguished as “Up and Coming” in the area of Private Equity practice and was identified as “a lawyer valued both for his particular attention to detail and the ability to see the full picture of the situation” and as “one of the most promising lawyers in the field of private equity in Poland.”

In the IFLR1000 2023 ranking, MFW Fiałek were  awarded in the field of M&A practice and in the Capital markets: Debt and Capital markets: Equity.

In the IFLR1000 2023 ranking, MFW Fiałek were awarded in the field of M&A practice, obtaining a high position in Tier 4.

Partner Mirosław Fiałek was distinguished as “Highly Regarded” in the field of M&A.

In the IFLR1000 2022 ranking, MFW Fiałek were  awarded in the field of M&A practice and in the Capital markets: Debt and Capital markets: Equity.

In the IFLR1000 2022 ranking, MFW Fiałek were awarded in the field of M&A practice, obtaining a high position in Tier 4.

Partner Mirosław Fiałek was distinguished as “Highly Regarded” in the field of M&A.

In the IFLR1000 2021 ranking, MFW Fiałek were awarded in the field of M&A practice.

In the IFLR1000 2021-22 ranking, MFW Fiałek were awarded in the field of M&A practice, obtaining a high position in Tier 4.

Partner Mirosław Fiałek was distinguished as “Highly Regarded” in the field of M&A.

In the IFLR1000 2019 ranking, MFW Fiałek were awarded in the field of M&A practice.

Partner Mirosław Fiałek was distinguished as “Highly Regarded” in the field of M&A.

In the IFLR1000 2019 ranking, MFW Fiałek were awarded in the field of M&A practice.

Partner Mirosław Fiałek was distinguished as “Highly Regarded” in the field of M&A.

In the IFLR1000 2018 ranking, MFW Fiałek were awarded in the field of M&A practice.

Partner Mirosław Fiałek was distinguished as “Highly Regarded” in the field of M&A.

In the Legal 500 2024 ranking, MFW Fiałek was awarded in the field of Capital Markets practice.

In the Legal 500 2023 ranking, MFW Fiałek was awarded in the field of Capital Markets practice.

In the Legal 500 2019 ranking, MFW Fiałek was awarded in the field of Commercial, Corporate and M&A practice.

In the Legal 500 2018 ranking, MFW Fiałek was awarded in the field of Commercial, Corporate and M&A practice.

In the Legal 500 2017 ranking, MFW Fiałek was awarded in the field of Commercial, Corporate and M&A practice.

In the Legal 500 2016 ranking, MFW Fiałek was awarded in the field of Commercial, Corporate and M&A practice.

In 2019, the Partner Mirosław Fiałek was classified as one of the most active lawyers in the field of M&A practice in the entire CEE region.

In 2018, MFW Fiałek were recognised as the best boutique law firm of the year, receiving an award at the CEE Mergers and Acquisitions Awards 2018.

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Customer recommendations
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Takoni sp. z o.o.

MFW Fiałek exhibited an excellent grasp of our business needs and objectives, resulting in top-tier transactional services. The legal expertise and negotiation skills of the firm's lawyers were crucial to the project's success. Moreover, their active participation in due diligence empowered us to make more confident decisions regarding the transaction's progression.

Jan Marcinkowski Member of the Management Board of Takoni sp. z o.o.

CHL Holding sp. z o.o.

During our cooperation, the Firm's lawyers demonstrated excellent negotiation skills in pursuit of the business goal. Their professional approach and understanding of both the legal aspects and the business context associated with a transaction in the asset protection and security sector were crucial to the effective course of the transaction.

Patryk Mazurkiewicz Prezes Zarządu

Pacific Ocean, the franchisee of the Bvlgari brand

MFW Fiałek law firm provided its expertise during the negotiation of a lease agreement with the building's management, representing the owner of the property, where the first store of the Bvlgari brand in Poland is now located. Throughout our collaboration, the Firm's lawyers demonstrated professionalism, attention to detail, and efficiency. Their ability to grasp our business needs and provide support during the negotiation process proved to be invaluable. Without hesitation, I can wholeheartedly recommend MFW Fiałek as a dependable partner for lease agreements and other legal matters, as well as a professional advisor in the realm of business.

Kateryna Stratiienko Member of the Board of Pacific Ocean

Develia S.A.

The professional approach, extensive experience, and commitment of the MFW Fiałek team, along with the appropriate cooperation with us at every stage of the transaction, ensured that we had full confidence and comfort that every element of the process was properly controlled and that we would achieve our goals within the agreed timetable. We are pleased that MFW Fiałek acted as our legal advisor on this project. Their support, experience, and knowledge played a crucial role in the success of this transaction. We confidently recommend the firm as a professional legal advisor in joint venture transactions and complex real estate projects.

Andrzej Oślizło President of the Management Board, Develia S.A.

LangMedia sp. z o.o.

The lawyers demonstrated an excellent understanding of our business needs and transaction terms. Their collaboration proceeded seamlessly, and their professionalism and reliability are commendable. Acting as our legal advisor, MFW Fiałek effectively represented our interests, striving to achieve the optimal legal conditions in transactional documentation. I wholeheartedly recommend MFW Fiałek as an advisor for projects related to securing financing with utmost confidence.

Michał Seider Vice President of the Management Board, LangMedia sp. z o.o.

Solita

MFW stood out for its exceptional legal knowledge, insight and ability to understand our business objectives, which resulted in the successful completion of the transaction. The cooperation with the law firm was based on partnership basis with the team being always ready to quickly react to changing situations and counteract possible difficulties. In addition, thanks to the effective cooperation of the transaction team, led by Partner Mirosław Fiałek, the transaction was successfully completed as expected. The negotiation skills of the team played a key role in the successful completion of the process.

Saana Nurminen General Counsel, Solita Oy

Cogito Capital Partners

MFW Fiałek demonstrated experience, commitment, and the ability to efficiently manage the project regarding the legal aspects of the Transaction. Throughout the entire process, the Law Firm's team exhibited a high level of professionalism, flexibility, and positive energy. Thanks to a comprehensive understanding of our business needs and the ability to adapt to the specifics of the new technology industry, the collaboration was extremely effective.

Sylwester Janik Partner, Cogito Capital Partners

CofounderZone Sp. z o.o.

We highly appreciate the commitment of MFW Fiałek law firm, which significantly contributed to the smooth progress of the entire project. Thanks to their professionalism, promptness, trustworthiness, diligence, and effective collaboration skills with both our team and other transaction participants, the complex financing round was successful, even under conditions of considerable time pressure.

dr Tomasz Goliński President of the Management Board, CofounderZone Sp. z o.o.

Milestone Real Estate Sp. z o.o.

The team at MFW Fiałek demonstrated a high level of expertise and efficiency in developing and implementing complex reorganization processes. Their commitment, thoroughness, and legal proficiency contributed to the smooth execution of the reorganization, proving crucial in achieving the intended business goals of Milestone Real Estate. Throughout our collaboration, the law firm also exhibited a deep understanding of the specifics of the real estate industry.

Arkadiusz Kaliński President of the Management Board, Milestone Real Estate sp. z o.o.

Scanmed Group

The collaboration with MFW Fiałek was satisfactory, and the Law Firm's team demonstrated a high level of transactional experience, negotiation skills, commitment, and flexibility. Additionally, their project management and trust-building skills among process participants, especially the positive attitude and energy, were noticeable at every stage of the transaction, regardless of the challenges that arose. All of these factors contributed to the successful completion of the transaction and were executed in accordance with the Client's strategy for consolidating the medical market.

Adrian Janus Director of Legal and Compliance Management at Scanmed Group

Play

MFW Fiałek demonstrated a professional approach and understanding of both the legal aspects and the business context related to the transaction in the telecommunications sector. Thanks to the efficiency of the operation, full commitment of the legal team, parallel preparation of multiple documents, the transaction was closed in a very short time from the start of the work. We recommend MFW Fiałek to any entity seeking comprehensive and professional legal services for M&A transactions.

Joanna Ormińska Head of M&A, P4 sp. z o.o.

Ostendi Global sp. z o.o.

MFW Fiałek's team demonstrated not only an excellent knowledge of the law and procedures related to investment transactions but also expertise in venture capital. It was precisely this specialized knowledge that allowed us to achieve our investment goals optimally. MFW Fiałek ensured that our interests were fully protected and aligned with our business strategy. We are very satisfied with the services provided by MFW Fiałek during our investment round with Smartlink Partners. The team showed excellent expertise in both law and the specifics of venture capital and startups.

Bożena Roczniak President of Ostendi Global sp. z o.o.

Tutore International Luxembourg S.à r.l.

MFW Fiałek has demonstrated excellent adaptability to our needs and requirements. Their advisory services not only covered the legal aspects of the transaction but also took into account our business strategy and goals. They collaborated with us in a partnership approach, always ready to swiftly respond to changing circumstances and address any potential challenges.

Michał Seider CEO, Tutore International Luxembourg S.à r.l.

ICONA sp. z o.o.

MFW Fiałek advised ICONA Sp. z o.o. on the construction of large-scale photovoltaic installations on real estate for investors focused on the renewable energy sector. The firm has demonstrated an exceptional level of professionalism and commitment. Its legal team has extensive knowledge of energy and construction law, which enabled us to smoothly implement the project in accordance with our original objectives.

Wojciech Żak CEO, ICONA sp. z o.o.

Play

MFW Fialek acted as a legal advisor to Play in the transaction involving the acquisition of 100% of the shares in Syrion sp. z o.o. by an entity within the Play group. The law firm demonstrated a practical approach to the transactional process and an excellent understanding of both the legal aspects and the business environment related to the transaction, taking into account the specific nature of the telecommunications industry. The efficient operation of the legal team and the full commitment of the law firm allowed the transaction to be conducted in accordance with the agreed schedule.

Joanna Ormińska Head of M&A

Milestone Real Estate sp. z o.o.

MFW Fiałek advised Milestone Real Estate on the acquisition of 100% shares in a project company owning an investment property. The law firm demonstrated not only excellent professional preparation but also a profound understanding of the real estate market dynamics. Their advanced business approach allowed us to achieve optimal transaction terms, which will undoubtedly contribute to our success in the real estate investment field.

Łukasz Zalewski Member of the Management Board of Milestone Real Estate sp. z o.o.

Vantage Capital / Maple Bear Holdings Polska S.A.

We are delighted with the quality of our cooperation with MFW. In the course of negotiating the investment agreement MFW’s lawyers demonstrated not only their vast experience but also excellent negotiating skills, professional engagement and ability to adjust the offered solutions to our particular needs and expectations. At each phase of the Transaction MFW’s team not only offered the high standard of their advice but also responded quickly and flexibly which were the key drivers for the overall success of the Transaction.

Luc Albinski Executive Chairman Maple Bear Holdings Polska S.A.

Renters.pl

MFW’s team, led by Mirosław Fiałek, MFW’s Partner, was effortlessly professional and fully flexible in responding to the changing circumstances. The team members demonstrated business approach to our transaction and top legal skills and presented relevant argumentation in the course of the entire negotiations.

Kamil Krzyżanowski Management Board President, Renters sp. z o.o.

Grupa Nowy Szpital Holding S.A.

We highly appreciate our cooperation with MFW, the quality of their services as well as their involvement and availability during our day-to-day contacts. In the course of the Transaction both Mirosław Fiałek, MFW’s Partner, and the team as a whole demonstrated the perfect understanding of both the legal issues arising in the course of the Transaction and its business environment. In my opinion our cooperation with MFW largely contributed to the final success of the Transaction. It is with full conviction that I recommend MFW to all potential clients seeking comprehensive and professional legal support in their transactions, in particular in the healthcare sector.

Marcin Szulwiński former shareholder and the President of the Management Board of Grupa Nowy Szpital Holding S.A.

Develia S.A.

In the course of the negotiations [joint venture agreement with Hillwood Polska sp. z o.o.] MFW Fiałek demonstrated its excellent negotiating skills and ability to balance the interests of the counterparties and the benefit of the joint venture while securing Develia S.A.’s particular interests. MFW Fiałek’s team showed its profound awareness of the Transaction’s business environment and familiarity with the peculiarities of the development sector.

Andrzej Oślizło President of the Management Board, Develia S.A.

Renters.pl

In the course of providing legal advice to Renters Holding MFW demonstrated reliability and professionalism. We received from MFW’s lawyers multifaceted, state-of-the-art and efficient legal assistance taking into account various possible scenarios for the development of our legal circumstances.

Leszek Orłowski Management Board Member, bValue Starter sp. z o.o.

Bonus-Diagnosta sp. z o.o.

MFW’s team led by Mirosław Fiałek, Partner, demonstrated its deep involvement and presented its legal expertise. We appreciate the quality of MFW’s legal services and the smooth progress of the Transaction to its completion in accordance with the pre-agreed timetable. We are immensely satisfied with our cooperation with MFW and therefore we can wholeheartedly recommend MFW as competent legal advisors, with particular focus on M&A projects and transactional advice.

Jacek Kuta Member of the Management Board of Bonus-Diagnosta sp. z o.o.

Grupa Nowy Szpital Holding S.A.

MFW ‘s team stood out with their flexible approach to the Transaction, high professional level and the accuracy of the arguments presented in the course of the negotiations as well as its knowledge about the healthcare sector. It is with full conviction that I recommend MFW as reliable, professional and effective transactional advisors.

Andrzej Stelmach Member of the Management Board of Grupa Nowy Szpital Holding S.A.

Tar Heel Capital sp. z o.o.

MFW’s comprehensive skills, excellent ability to define problems and deep professional involvement gave us full legal security which translated into the effective closing of the Transaction in accordance with the pre-agreed timetable. MFW’s team acted with utmost care and diligence demonstrating enviable legal expertise and valuable experience.

Tomasz Waligórski General Counsel, Tar Heel Capital sp. z o.o.

Bielenda Kosmetyki Naturalne S.A.

In the course of providing legal advice to Bielenda Kosmetyki Naturalne S.A. MFW demonstrated reliability and professionalism. We received from MFW’s lawyers multifaceted, state-of-the-art and efficient legal assistance taking into account various possible scenarios for the development of our legal circumstances.

Robert Dobrowolski Vice President of the Management Board for finance at Bielenda Kosmetyki Naturalne S.A.

Tutore Poland sp. z o.o.

MFW Fiałek acted as the legal advisor to Tutore Poland sp. z o.o. on the acquisition of the controlling stake in LangMedia sp. z o.o. Throughout the process we were convinced that the Law Firm’s lawyers were closely supervising the proper course of all the activities and, moreover, identifying in advance any problems that might arise and submitting the possible solutions.

Michał Seider Vice President of the Management Board, Tutore Poland sp. z o.o.

Tutore Poland sp. z o.o.

MFW Fiałek acted as the legal advisor to Tutore Poland sp. z o.o. on its merger with ProfiLingua, a chain of language schools. During our cooperation the Law Firm's team of lawyers led by Mirosław Fiałek demonstrated the business approach to the Transaction, full understanding of its intricacies and excellent professional expertise. In my opinion our cooperation with the Law Firm significantly contributed to the success of the Transaction.

Michał Seider Vice President of the Management Board, Tutore Poland sp. z o.o.

Develia S.A.

The Law Firm's team led by Mirosław Fiałek, Partner, demonstrated full professionalism, commitment and significant knowledge and expertise which in my opinion contributed to the smooth progress and final success of the transaction (joint venture with The Heart).

Andrzej Oślizło President of the Management Board, Develia S.A.

Music & More sp. z o.o. (Tutore Poland sp. z o.o.)

MFW Fiałek acted as a legal advisor to Tutore Poland sp. z o.o. (formerly Music & More sp. z o.o.) in the transaction aimed at obtaining an international financial investor that involved the acquisition of a minority stake by a Luxemburg-based fund. I am confident that I can recommend the Law Firm as the competent, reliable and responsible legal advisors in M&A transactions, as well as in the area of transaction-related services.

Michał Seider Vice President of the Management Board, Tutore Poland sp. z o.o.

Develia S.A.

I am absolutely confident that I can recommend the Law Firm as the competent, reliable and comprehensive legal advisors, in particular in the joint venture projects and transactional advice. I believe that the Law Firm’s advice significantly contributed to the final success of the transaction (joint venture with Grupo Lar).

Andrzej Oślizło President of the Management Board, Develia S.A.

Yuniversal Development sp. z o.o.

During our cooperation, the team at the firm demonstrated professionalism, experience, and an excellent understanding of both the legal issues and the business environment of the transaction. In our opinion, working with the firm had a significant impact on the success of the transaction.

Wojciech Czyżewski Proxy, Yuniversal Development sp. z o.o.

CIC sp. z o.o.

We worked with MFW Fiałek on two company sale transactions. During this process, the firm proved to be a professional and committed partner, providing comprehensive legal support at every step of the way.

Rafał Błędowski Partner, CIC sp. z o.o.

OCRK Polska sp. z o.o.

The law firm provided comprehensive and efficient legal advice on the transaction our company conducted. The whole thing went very smoothly and professionally. I definitely recommend MFW Fiałek.

Marcin Stencel Member of the Management Board of OCRK Polska sp. z o.o.

Centrum Rozliczeń Elektronicznych Polskie ePłatności S.A

The firm was responsible for structuring the transaction our company conducted, as well as for preparing, negotiating, and signing the transaction documents and closing of the transaction. I can definitely recommend MFW Fiałek.

Marcin Drozdowski Vice President of the Management Board of Polish ePayments (Centrum Rozliczeń Elektronicznych Polskie ePłatności S.A)

Clovin S.A.

During the transaction, the team at the firm had to face challenges arising from a complicated investment process, as part of which an international private equity fund invested in a family company. The transaction documentation prepared by the firm not only comprehensively secured each of the company’s shareholders individually, but also accounted for the specific nature of the company’s operations, based on close cooperation among the existing shareholders.

Arkadiusz Żanowski President of the Management Board, Clovin S.A.

Value4Capital

MFW Fiałek advised us on the sale of the business operations of a private security group to a company based in Shanghai, China. With full conviction, I can recommend the firm as a competent, reliable, and comprehensive legal advisor in M&A and Private Equity transactions, as well as for transaction services.

Jacek Pogonowski Partner, Value4Capital

ESO Capital

With full conviction, I can recommend the firm as a competent legal advisor in M&A and PE transactions, distinguished by their business approach to the transaction and their incredible commitment. In my opinion, working with the firm had a significant impact on the success of the transaction.

Richard Butler Founding Partner, Chief Operating Office at ESO Capital

Tempo Finanse sp z o.o.

While working together, the team led by Mirosław Fiałek was distinguished by their business approach to the transaction, thorough understanding of the issues, and both highly substantive and effective argumentation during negotiations.

Jarosław Wyrzykowski President of Tempo Finanse sp. z o.o.

Alvo sp. z o.o. sp.k.

MFW Fiałek provides services at a level comparable to that of the largest network law firms. The boutique character and narrow specialisation of the law firm are undoubtedly their great advantage. Our transaction was very complex, and the attorneys at MFW Fiałek were of invaluable support for us.

Agata Olszewska Proxy, Alvo sp. z oo sp.k.
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In 2023, we worked on transactions with a total value of:

5bnpln
Our practices
  1. 01. Mergers and acquisitions
  2. 02. Private equity, venture capital
  3. 03. Acquiring an investor
  4. 04. Share offers
  5. 05. Bonds issues
  6. 06. Due diligence
  7. 07. Real estate and investment process
  8. 08. Acquisitions, capital market transactions
  9. 09. Collateral administration
  10. 10. Investment funds
  11. 11. Regulatory advice
  12. 12. Corporate law
  13. 13. Restructuring
  14. 14. Obtaining finance
  15. 15. Dispute resolution
  16. 16. Competition law
  17. 17. Manager option programs
  18. 18. Labour law
  19. 19. Intellectual property
  20. 20. Personal data protection