Law Office

Amin Algawam

BACKGROUND

He graduated from the Faculty of Law and Administration at the University of Warsaw in four years, where he then began doctoral studies. He completed his lawyer apprenticeship at the Warsaw Bar. From an early age he gained experience in law and notary offices as well as internal legal departments of enterprises.

PRACTICE

He has extensive knowledge in various areas of law, for many years dealing with legal services for enterprises, individual and corporate clients, representing them in negotiations, as well as in proceedings before organs and common courts. He specializes in civil and commercial law, but also has practice in the field of labor and criminal law. Advises those seeking protection against creditors and claiming their debts in enforcement proceedings. He also has extensive experience in legal services for real estate, which he has been successfully dealing with for many years in investment processes and through support in the commercialization of individual large-scale facilities. He has experience in effective and efficient handling of complicated cases, supporting entrepreneurs from various sectors of industry and economy, servicing the network of pharmacies, IT industry, medical entities and one of the leading Polish producers in the cosmetics industry, more trend-oriented than any other in the FMCG sector. He implements solutions provided by the GDPR in enterprises, as well as supports them in the field of copyright protection and preparation of contracts for the creative industry.

Karolina Targanska

BACKGROUND

Legal counsel at the District Chamber of Legal Advisors in Warsaw. Bar exam passed with honours. She graduated from the Faculty of Law and Administration in Wroclaw and postgraduate studies in EU funds (University of Lodz) and project management (Warsaw School of Economics). She completed the course of the Data Protection Officer. She holds the PRINCE 2 Foundation certificate.

PRACTICE

Advises entrepreneurs in shaping trade and marketing policy on the Internet and traditional distribution in accordance with the requirements arising from, inter alia, civil law, competition and consumer protection law, provisions on the prevention of unfair market practices and intellectual property protection. Karolina is also an expert in the implementation of EU funds and state aid in national and international programs. She co-created the legal system enabling the implementation of EU funds in Poland, including the preparation of regulations enabling the use of funds by entrepreneurs. Author of procedures and guidelines. She has many years of experience in cooperation with the European Commission, the Office of Competition and Consumer Protection, government and local administration. She also has extensive training experience

Grzegorz Ciolczyk

BACKGROUND

Attorney-at-law, member of the Warsaw Bar Association. Graduate of the Faculty of Law and Administration at the University of Warsaw.

PRACTICE

Throughout his career, Grzegorz Ciolczyk has gained extensive experience in insurance advisory and litigation, particularly in matters involving property and corporate liability insurance (including hospital property, production lines, product liability, etc.), as well as in other types of property and personal damage claims (e.g., motor vehicle accidents, medical malpractice). His long-standing cooperation with major insurance companies, both Polish and international, has resulted in a deep practical understanding of the procedures and practices used in the financial services sector, as well as the business operations across a wide range of industries. He has substantial experience working alongside court-appointed experts, property appraisers, and specialists in mechanics, electronics, materials science, construction, economics, medicine, and psychology. He has advised numerous leading companies in sectors such as energy production (including wind farms), heating, construction, machinery and industrial equipment manufacturing, electronics, food production and processing, household chemicals, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and dietary supplements, as well as medical equipment. Grzegorz Ciolczyk also represents business clients in matters involving economic and financial crime, including white-collar crimes and competition law. Additionally, he has extensive practical expertise in administrative proceedings, as well as in the enforcement and recovery of monetary claims.

AREAS OF EXPERTISE

Insurance law, settlement of personal and property claims, contract law, commercial law, competition law, white-collar crime.

Paula Wierzbicka

BACKGROUND

Attorney-at-law, registered with the Warsaw Bar Association, has completed a three-year legal apprenticeship. A graduate of the Faculty of Law and Administration at Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University in Warsaw. She has also completed postgraduate studies at the Faculty of Law and Administration of the University of Warsaw, specializing in commercial company law. This additional education has significantly strengthened her competencies in advising business entities and handling corporate legal matters.

PRACTICE

She has acquired extensive professional experience through cooperation with reputable law firms in Warsaw and Minsk Mazowiecki, as well as by holding in-house counsel positions in local government units and commercial companies. This multifaceted career path has provided her with a broad and well-rounded legal perspective, allowing her to combine theoretical knowledge with a pragmatic approach to both public and private sector matters. Over the years, she has successfully organized and managed numerous shareholders meetings and has provided ongoing legal support to management boards and supervisory boards. Her advisory work ensures full compliance with applicable legal regulations and best practices in corporate governance. This has equipped her with hands-on experience in the proper functioning of corporate bodies and the formal legal servicing of capital companies. She offers comprehensive legal assistance to individual clients, entrepreneurs, and corporate entities. Her services encompass legal consultations, preparation of procedural documents and appeals, representation before courts, administrative authorities, and law enforcement agencies, as well as continuous legal support tailored to the specific nature of her clients activities. The clients best interest is always the starting point and central focus of any legal action or strategy she undertakes. She conducts legal proceedings across various fields, including commercial law, civil law, family and guardianship law, as well as criminal law. She represents clients at every stage of legal proceedings – from the pre-litigation phase through courtroom litigation to enforcement actions. While her practice is primarily focused in Warsaw, she effectively handles matters throughout the entire territory of Poland. In her professional work, she places great emphasis on establishing lasting, trust-based relationships with clients. She believes that understanding the clients individual needs, maintaining open and transparent communication, and adopting a tailored approach to each case are the foundations of effective legal representation and high-quality service. She operates with integrity, professionalism, and full commitment to ethical standards, ensuring that every action taken is not only legally sound and effective but also aligned with the genuine expectations and best interests of her clients.

Anna Kozakowska

BACKGROUND

Attorney-at-law, entered on the list of members kept by the District Bar Association in Warsaw since 2016. She completed postgraduate studies in labor law.

PRACTICE

Specializes in procedural law, in particular civil family, administrative and labor law, as well as contract law. She also provides legal support for the medical environment. Attorney-at-law Anna Kozakowska is fluent in English, supporting foreign language clients and has completed a course for an English sworn translator.

Monika Ziobro

BACKGROUND

She is an attorney at the District Bar Council in Warsaw. She graduated in law from Lazarski University in Warsaw and the University of Tromsø in Norway.

PRACTICE

Mrs. Ziobro has several years of experience in conducting disputes before common courts. She gained her extensive professional experience in Polish and international law firms. She also has experience in the Association of International Arbitration (AIA) based in Brussels. Monika Ziobro completed a one-year course in American law, a two-year course in European Union law in practice, and a series of lectures on arbitration as part of the online meetings of the University of Warsaw Arbitration Center. She specializes in civil litigation with a specific focus on family law including divorce, alimony, division of property, parental authority. Attorney Ziobro also deals with legal matters relating to real estate, including adverse possession, infringements of property rights and enforcement of property rights to real estate and financial claims relating to real estate.

Mariola Halucha

BACKGROUND

Office manager and secretariat employee. Associated with the Algawam Law Firm since 2021.

PRACTICE

Gained experience working in the administration department in local government units and large law and legal advisor offices in Warsaw.