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Medical equipment

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Food

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Securing the interests of celebrities

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DIY market

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Automotive

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Commercialisation of personality rights

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Gamedev

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Film

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Pharmaceutical

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Energy

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FMCG

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PE/VC

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Advertising

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Architecture

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Music

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Startups

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Internet and new technologies

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Influencers

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E-commerce

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Creative

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IT

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AI

Medical equipment

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The law that determines whether technology is permitted for use in healthcare.

Medicinal products, diagnostic devices, therapeutic equipment, and healthcare technologies are subject to complex and multi-layered regulations. MDR requirements, documentation obligations, certification procedures, and relationships with regulatory authorities impact every stage of a product’s lifecycle. Additionally, manufacturers, importers, and distributors must consider product liability, labeling and advertising rules, distribution requirements, and specific regimes regarding medical data and user safety.

The medical equipment sector combines intense competition with very high expectations from regulators and the awareness that even a single defect or incorrect product communication can have a real impact on the patient’s health.

We support manufacturers, importers, and distributors of medical equipment throughout all stages of the product lifecycle—from design and classification, through certification and marketing, to sales, incident response and dispute resolution. We also advise medical facilities and technology companies developing digital healthcare solutions, integrating medical device regulations with data, advertising, and intellectual property law.

What we can help with

  • we advise on MDR, including the classification of medical devices, conformity assessment and the preparation and verification of technical documentation;
  • we review signage, manuals, labels, and information materials, ensuring their compliance with regulatory requirements and the practices of supervisory authorities;
  • we support clients in certification processes, including cooperation with notified bodies and documentation updates;
  • we prepare procedures for responding to incidents and adverse events, including reporting, corrective actions and communication with authorities;
  • we advise on advertising campaigns and product communication in accordance with industry regulations and the principles of advertising medical devices;
  • we negotiate contracts with medical facilities, distributors and subcontractors, regulating liability, quality and principles of cooperation;
  • we advise on projects involving software and AI as a medical device (SaMD), including classification, regulatory compliance and liability;
  • we handle disputes regarding product safety, complaints and liability, as well as infringements of intellectual property rights;

Who we represent

  • manufacturers of medical equipment and medicinal products;
  • distributors, importers and logistics companies from the medical industry;
  • healthcare facilities which use medical devices;
  • providers of medical technologies and digital health solutions;
  • entities operating in the field of telemedicine and diagnostics;

Food

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From ingredients and labelling to communication with the consumer.

The food industry is one of the most regulated market environments. Product labelling, ingredients, nutritional and health claims, nutritional value presentation, advertising materials, content targeted at children, online sales, and collaborations with influencers are all subject to detailed regulations and constant regulatory oversight. At the same time, food brands operate in a dynamic marketing environment, conducting intensive digital campaigns and competing for consumer attention in a highly sensitive environment.

In this context, practical, precise, and swift legal support is crucial for introducing products to the market safely and conducting communications without the risk of sanctions or image crises. We support the food industry comprehensively – from the product design stage, through packaging and marketing materials, to ongoing communication and dispute resolution with competitors. We work closely with marketing, R&D, sales, and compliance teams, providing clear and easy-to-implement recommendations that integrate food regulations with advertising law and consumer protection.

What we can help with

  • we advise on labelling, ingredients, and presentation of product information, including nutritional and health claims and nutritional values;
  • we advise on products subject to specific regulatory regimes, including baby food and other products for special nutritional purposes;
  • we review advertising and marketing campaigns, especially digital communications and content targeted at children;
  • we prepare T&Cs for promotional campaigns, competitions and lotteries, ensuring their compliance with the regulations and practices of supervisory authorities;
  • we support collaborations with influencers and the creation of digital materials, regulating the principles of advertising communication and responsibility for marketing messages;
  • we secure intellectual property rights to marketing content, product packaging design and brand elements;
  • we help manage crises and communications, including in response to the actions of authorities or consumer criticism;
  • we represent clients in disputes regarding the compliance of product composition with food law regulations, product declarations and advertising, as well as in matters related to unfair market practices;

Who we represent

  • food and beverage producers;
  • FMCG brands operating in the food sector;
  • distributors and retail chains;
  • creative agencies and media houses working for the food industry;

Securing the interests of celebrities

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Legal support where image, reputation and business converge.

Being a public figure involves exposure that cannot be fully controlled without appropriate legal tools. The constant presence in the traditional and social media, the rapid circulation of information, the risk of content manipulation, deepfakes, unauthorized use of image, voice, or name, and privacy violations are everyday challenges that require not only legal knowledge but also an understanding of how rapidly news spreads nowadays. In such a reality, even a single violation can quickly bring serious reputational and professional consequences.

Commercial collaborations with brands, producers, agencies, and digital platforms pose an additional risk. Advertising, publishing, and sponsorship agreements determine how a public figure’s personality rights are commercialized, in what fields, for how long, and in what context. We provide comprehensive support to high-profile individuals, combining legal protection with a sensitivity to the media and professional context. We respond quickly and decisively, ensuring control over the commercial use of image, and helping manage crisis situations discreetly, effectively, and in a manner tailored to the specific nature of public figures’ work.

What we can help with

  • we handle cases concerning the protection of personality rights, including image, name, voice, privacy and reputation – in traditional media, the internet and social media;
  • we respond to violations on the web and in the media, including deepfakes, slander, content theft, impersonation of public figures, fake accounts and unauthorized publications;
  • we prepare and negotiate contracts, including advertising, influencer, and production contracts – also with talent management agencies and in cases of long-term collaborations with brands;
  • we secure the rights to content and media materials, including videos, photos, reports, podcasts and other forms of content, including designing the rules for their further use by partners;
  • we advise on sensitive campaigns and the obligatory labelling of advertising content, taking into account consumer regulations, government guidelines and digital platform standards;
  • we represent clients in disputes with the media and publishers, including cases involving defamation, infringement of personality rights, publication bans, and apologies;
  • we support clients in pre-litigation proceedings and mediations, conducting negotiations, preparing settlements, corrections and declarations;
  • we advise public figures, artists and experts in instances of violations of personal rights by gossip portals, social media, biographical publications and documentary projects;
  • we provide support in crisis management, including contacts with the media and activities to minimize further image damage;
  • we support entrepreneurs and companies associated with high-profile individuals in matters relating to the protection of reputation and acts of unfair competition involving the dissemination of harmful information;
  • we advise on cultural and exhibition projects, ensuring respect for the rights of both living and deceased persons, including developing contracts with authors, project protagonists and the families of creators;

Who we represent

  • public figures, celebrities;
  • artists;
  • actors, musicians;
  • influencers;
  • athletes;
  • media experts and presenters;
  • talent managers and agencies representing famous people;
  • heirs of famous people;

DIY market

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A market where standards, quality and marketing must be in tune with one another.

The DIY industry combines retail, manufacturing, and marketing in one of the most regulated segments of the consumer market. Selling construction materials, tools, household chemicals, power tools, and seasonal products necessitates meeting extensive requirements regarding labelling, technical documentation, and product liability. At the same time, networks and suppliers operate in complex supply chains where quality standards, relationships with subcontractors, and rapid response to customer complaints and inquiries are crucial.

The intensive marketing and promotional activities typical of this sector – seasonal campaigns, special offers, marketplaces, online sales, and simultaneous communication across multiple channels – pose an additional challenge. This requires not only compliance with consumer protection laws but also securing intellectual property rights for private labels, marketing content, product design, and innovative technical solutions. Reputation and image issues are also crucial, especially in the case of large-scale operations.

We support DIY chains, manufacturers, and distributors in building a stable and secure legal framework for their operations—from product development and distribution to marketing and e-commerce. We understand the operations of large retail chains: their compliance requirements, purchasing processes, supplier collaboration, marketplace management, and complex advertising campaigns. We provide comprehensive advice, integrating consumer, regulatory, and intellectual property law to enable dynamic business growth while simultaneously controlling risks.

What we can help with

  • we advise on product liability, including complaints, safety procedures and risk assessments related to placing products on the market;
  • we review labeling, manuals, declarations of conformity and technical documentation, taking into account the requirements of national law and EU regulations;
  • we prepare and negotiate contracts with suppliers, manufacturers and distributors, regulating liability, product quality and terms of cooperation;
  • we create T&Cs for promotions, seasonal campaigns and marketing campaigns, including activities conducted online and within marketplaces;
  • we ensure compliance of marketing activities with advertising law and consumer protection, in particular when communicating prices, comparisons and promotions;
  • we secure and enforce intellectual property rights, including trademarks, industrial designs, utility models, patents and copyright to content and product designs;
  • we support clients in running marketplaces and online sales, including T&Cs, offers, platform liability, and partner relations;
  • we represent clients in disputes concerning product defects, unfair competition or intellectual property rights, including infringement cases and so-called slotting fees;
  • we advise on introducing new product categories to the market, identifying regulatory, quality and marketing risks at an early stage;

Who we represent

  • DIY chains and home improvement stores;
  • producers of tools, construction materials and household chemicals;
  • distributors and importers of construction products;
  • brands selling both in-store and online;
  • influencers collaborating with manufacturers and DIY stores;

Automotive

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The changing automotive industry requires new legal solutions – we offer support that keeps pace with its development.

The automotive market is undergoing one of the greatest transformations in its history. Electromobility, connected cars, advanced driver assistance systems, the growing role of software, and integration with user data are transforming not only the product itself but also the business models and responsibilities of manufacturers and distributors. At the same time, the industry operates under intense competition and extensive regulations regarding advertising, product liability, servicing, and environmental protection.

Automotive companies operate within a complex ecosystem of partners—dealers, importers, subcontractors, software houses, marketing agencies, and technology platforms—and each of these links generates specific legal and operational risks. Long supply chains, data and cybersecurity requirements, complex homologation processes, and market pressures related to new model launches mean that legal support must be swift, practical, and precisely tailored to the realities of the industry.

We provide advice that meets these needs: transparent contracts, liability protection, and compliance with rapidly changing regulations. We work with automotive brands, importers, distributors, and their partners, helping them operate securely, predictably, and legally—both in their day-to-day operations and in disputes.

What we can help with

  • we prepare and review dealership, distribution and service agreements, taking into account the specifics of the sales network and relationships with importers and manufacturers;
  • we advise on product liability matters, including complaints, consumer claims and disputes related to vehicle defects and safety;
  • we support projects related to software, data and telematics, particularly those involving connected cars, on-board systems and technological integration;
  • we ensure that automotive advertising and campaigns – including communication regarding technical parameters, ecology and electromobility – comply with regulations and industry standards;
  • we secure the rights to promotional materials and marketing content, including photo shoots, videos, vehicle tests and digital materials;
  • we advise on cooperation with agencies, software houses and technology partners, regulating IP rights, liability and the rules for commercial use of work results;
  • we represent clients in disputes regarding unfair competition and IP infringement, including matters related to unauthorized distribution, impersonation of dealer networks and unlawful use of trademarks, names and brand names;

Who we represent

  • importers and distributors of automotive brands;
  • dealer networks and service centres;
  • manufacturers and subcontractors supplying vehicle technologies;
  • advertising agencies and production studios implementing automotive campaigns;

Commercialisation of personality rights

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Today, image, voice and name have real market value – we help to use them safely, consciously and in accordance with the interests of their owner.

The market for commercial cooperation is growing dynamically, and with it the importance of personality rights as real and often key assets of individuals, celebrities, and influencers. The image, voice, stage name, artistic style, and recognizability of a public figure are used in advertising, film productions, podcasts, creative projects, events, and digital campaigns. Increasingly, personality rights are becoming a central element of brands’ marketing and communication strategies.

At the same time, we are observing an increase in abuses: unauthorized use of image, deepfakes, fake collaborations, reputation damage, and unlawful publication of photos and materials. The scale and speed of content distribution mean that such violations can quickly lead to serious legal and reputational consequences. In this environment, it is crucial to precisely define the rules for the commercial use of personality rights – so as to provide the public figure with real control over the manner, context and scope of their use.

We support high-profile individuals and the brands they collaborate with in creating a clear, transparent, and secure legal framework—from negotiating advertising contracts and providing ongoing advice on creative projects, to protecting reputations and responding promptly to violations. Our approach combines prevention with preparedness, as the best protection for personality rights comes from well-designed contracts and clearly defined rules for controlling publications.

What we can help with

  • we prepare and negotiate cantracts regarding the use of personality rights, including image, voice, name, stage name and other elements identifying a person;
  • we advise on advertising, sponsorship, production and creative collaborations, ensuring that contracts are consistent with the image, strategy and values ​​of the public figure;
  • we respond to violations of personality rights, including deepfakes, fake collaborations, unauthorized publications, content theft and unlawful use of image;
  • we represent clients in cases relating to the protection of personality rights, including in security proceedings, where immediate legal action and blocking access to infringing content is required;
  • we secure the rights to visual materials and recordings created as part of commercial collaborations, including the rules for their further use and modification;
  • we support clients in crisis management and media relations, helping to limit reputational consequences of disputes and infringements;

Who we represent

  • public figures and artists;
  • athletes;
  • influencers and digital creators;
  • brands collaborating with high-profile individuals;
  • talent management agencies;

Gamedev

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Gamedev works quickly and requires precise decisions – that's why we support studios in building a stable and predictable legal framework for their projects.

The video game market is an environment where creative processes, negotiations with business partners, collaboration with distribution platforms, and intensive marketing activities all take place simultaneously. Game development projects involve internal teams, external specialists, freelancers, and publishers, requiring precise regulation of rights to code, graphics, music, scripts, and other game elements, as well as clear definition of liability and commercialization principles.

At the same time, games operate in a highly media-sensitive space, where brand, copyright, and trademark protection are crucial, as is the manner in which marketing communications and collaboration with influencers, streamers, and the gaming community are conducted. Deadline pressure, volatile project scopes, and dynamic production decisions mean that legal support must be swift, specific, and tailored to the realities of a studio’s work—to mitigate the risk of infringement, including personal rights and third-party rights, without interfering with the creative process.

Our experience in handling projects in the creative and technology industries allows us to understand the realities of development studios’ work – deadline pressures, volatile project scopes, and the need to make quick production decisions. We support clients in protecting their brands, copyrights, and trademarks, as well as in safely managing marketing communications and collaborating with influencers, streamers, and the gaming community.

We provide legal advice that combines expert knowledge of intellectual property with a practical approach tailored to the specifics of game development. We help identify and eliminate the risks of infringement—including personal rights, image rights, and third-party rights—and conduct legal clearance in a way that doesn’t hinder the creative process but allows for the safe development and commercialization of games.

What we can help with

  • we advise on the protection of brands, trademarks and game names, including their safe use in marketing communications and distribution;
  • we support the acquisition and regulation of copyrights to content used in games, such as code, graphics, music, scripts and other game elements, including relations with creators, freelancers and subcontractors;
  • we prepare and negotiate production and publishing agreements as well as agreements with business partners and distribution platforms;
  • we advise on collaboration with influencers, streamers and digital creators, including on labelling advertising content and responsibility for marketing messages;
  • we conduct legal clearance of projects, identifying and limiting the risk of infringement of copyright, trademarks and personal rights;
  • we represent clients in disputes concerning intellectual property infringement, unfair competition, and liability for game content and marketing communications;

Who we represent

  • creators and freelancers working on game productions;
  • publishers and distributors;
  • companies creating assets, tools and technologies for game development;
  • entities, including artists, whose intellectual property rights have been infringed in games;

Film

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Filmmakers create stories. We ensure they can do so uninterrupted.

Film and audiovisual productions operate under intense time, budget, and organizational pressures. Legal decisions must be made quickly, often in parallel with creative and production decisions. Our role is to provide predictable, stable legal support that protects the project at every stage, without interfering with creative autonomy or slowing down the work of the production teams.

We support producers, creators and film studios from the development stage to the distribution and exploitation of the work. We advise on acquiring and organizing rights to scripts, treatments, and formats, assess the rights structure (chain of title), and prepare and negotiate agreements with directors, screenwriters, cinematographers, composers, actors, and other members of the creative team. We help secure rights to music, archives, stock footage, and elements used in the film, including likenesses, trademarks, and individual film location elements.

Another important area of ​​our consulting practice is legal risk management during production and post-production. We support clients in matters related to content liability, copyright and related rights infringement, personality rights infringement, and the risks associated with product placement and commercial collaboration. We advise on the creation of promotional materials and campaigns accompanying premieres, ensuring that marketing communications comply with legal requirements.

We work with teams operating within the dynamic pace of the audiovisual industry, so our advice is focused, operational, and tailored to the realities of filming. We combine academic expertise in intellectual property with long-standing collaborations with creative industries, allowing us to quickly identify problems, suggest practical solutions, and effectively guide projects through complex legal processes without losing control of schedule and budget.

What we can help with

  • we analyse and negotiate development, co-production, acting, creative, and post-production contracts, as well as contracts with creators working on and off set;
  • we ensure the proper acquisition or licensing of copyrights and related rights, in particular to scripts, music, photos, locations, archival materials and graphic elements;
  • we advise on film financing, including projects supported by the Polish Film Institute, regional funds, co-producers and VOD platforms;
  • we prepare image agreements, including agreements with extras, rules for the participation of children in production and agreements regarding the use of locations;
  • we support the production of scenes requiring special care, including intimate scenes, and collaboration with intimacy coordinators;
  • we analyze promotional materials and marketing activities of productions, including key art, trailers and campaigns accompanying premieres;
  • we negotiate distribution and licensing agreements, including cinema, television and VOD distribution, territorial licenses, merchandising and the sale of foreign rights;
  • we handle copyright and image disputes, including cases related to online infringement and unauthorized use of works;
  • we counteract piracy and provide support in crisis situations, where a quick legal response is crucial to protecting the project;
  • we support projects which combine film with advertising, music and digital production, ensuring legal consistency of activities carried out at the intersection of various creative industries;

Who we represent

  • a film producer working on high-profile feature projects
  • an animation studio producing a series for a streaming platform
  • directors and screenwriters negotiating executive contracts
  • post-production houses and VFX teams working on international projects
  • advertising producers who collaborate with actors and filmmakers
  • photographers, cinematographers and other creators

Pharmaceutical

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The pharmaceutical industry operates under one of the most demanding legal regimes – combining medical regulations, advertising, data protection, compliance and product liability.

The pharmaceutical industry is one of the most regulated sectors of the economy, where business, marketing, and communication decisions must be made in accordance with multi-layered legal requirements and constant oversight by state authorities. Companies must simultaneously ensure compliance with regulations governing medicinal products, dietary supplements, and medical devices, and with rules concerning advertising and promotion, consumer protection, and responsibility for patient safety. Every element—from product composition and labelling, through packaging, to informational and promotional content—is subject to detailed legal review.

The dynamic development of new forms of communication and distribution of product information is an additional challenge. Digital marketing, social media, influencers, e-commerce platforms, and telemedicine solutions mean that traditional regulations must be interpreted and applied in new contexts. The boundary between information and advertising, liability for content created by third parties, and the way innovative product features are communicated can be the key areas of legal risk.

We support pharmaceutical companies by combining precise regulatory analysis with a thorough understanding of market realities and communication needs. We advise on the design and verification of promotional materials, product documentation and marketing strategies, assist in assessing legal and reputational risks, and represent clients in regulatory disputes and in conflicts with competitors. Our goal is to enable business operations to be conducted safely, responsibly, and in compliance with the law—without sacrificing effective market communication.

What we can help with

  • we review advertisements for medicinal products and dietary supplements – including digital campaigns;
  • we advise on labelling, composition, health claims and product safety;
  • we prepare T&Cs for promotions, loyalty programs and educational campaigns;
  • we support compliance in advertising, distribution and contact with medical personnel;
  • we assist during pharmaceutical inspections and proceedings involving supervisory authorities;
  • we handle disputes regarding advertising, unfair competition and product liability;
  • we advise on cooperation with influencers, brand ambassadors and medical experts;

Who we represent

  • manufacturers and distributors of prescription and OTC medicines;
  • companies producing dietary supplements and medicinal products;
  • brands conducting digital campaigns concerning health;
  • creative agencies working for the pharmaceutical sector;
  • entities conducting educational and promotional activities in healthcare;

Energy

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We help you safely manage projects where law meets infrastructure, regulation, and long-term risk.

The energy sector is one of the most complex and dynamically regulated sectors of the economy. The changing legal environment, the pressures of energy transformation, the growing role of renewable energy sources, and the importance of supply security mean that energy projects require exceptional legal precision and a strategic approach.

We support entities operating across the entire value chain – energy producers, distributors, energy retailers, financial investors, renewable energy project developers, and industrial customers. We advise on investment planning and implementation, as well as on ongoing operations, contractual relations, and dispute resolution.

Our experience includes projects implemented under conditions of high regulatory uncertainty, multi-party contractual relationships, and long time horizons. We understand that in the energy sector, legal decisions directly impact operational stability, financing, and management accountability.

What we can help with

  • We prepare and negotiate energy sales agreements, distribution agreements, connection agreements, and PPA and CPPA contracts.
  • We advise on regulatory matters, including concessions, tariffs, regulatory obligations, and relations with the President of the Energy Regulatory Office.
  • We support renewable energy projects – from the conceptual stage, through legal structuring, to implementation and operation.
  • We prepare and review EPC and O&M contracts as well as energy technology and infrastructure supply agreements.
  • We conduct due diligence on energy assets and projects and advise on M&A transactions and project financing.
  • We secure intellectual property rights and know-how related to energy technologies, including software, energy management systems, and measurement data.
  • We represent clients in contractual and regulatory disputes as well as in administrative and court proceedings.

Who we represent

  • energy operators, including entities involved in the distribution of electricity;
  • entities developing and implementing renewable energy projects, including biogas and biomethane;
  • producers of energy technologies, including energy storage systems and battery solutions;
  • technology companies creating solutions for energy, e-mobility and energy infrastructure;
  • cleantech companies operating in the area of ​​circular economy;
  • technology partners and energy infrastructure contractors;
  • private and institutional investors involved in the development of energy and renewable energy projects;
  • a European institution supporting the development of clean technologies through capital investments;
  • start-ups implementing technological and energy projects

FMCG

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FMCG brands operate in a fast-paced and extremely demanding environment. We provide them with support which encourages creativity while ensuring compliance with the law.

The FMCG sector relies on fast communication, intensive campaigns and high competition. At the same time, it is an industry loaded with regulations regarding product composition, nutritional claims, labelling, advertising, promotion, cooperation with influencers and activities in digital channels. Brands must maintain a balance between compelling communication and compliance with regulations and industry standards. In a world where every minute counts and campaigns are developed in numerous iterations, legal support must be swift, specific, and easy to implement.

We help FMCG brands maintain high operational speed without legal risk. We work closely with marketing and sales teams, reviewing creative materials, supporting promotional activities, and responding to competitive practices. We ensure that communications comply with regulations and that campaigns and products can be implemented without unnecessary downtime.

What we can help with

  • we review advertisements, marketing materials, and product communications, including digital and cross-media campaigns;
  • we advise on product labelling, composition, recipes and wording of declarations and claims (including quality, health and environmental);
  • we support clients in meeting quality law requirements, including product safety, quality control, product liability and compliance of internal documentation with regulations;
  • we prepare and verify the T&Cs of promotions, competitions and lotteries, ensuring their compliance with consumer law, principles of fair competition and guidelines of supervisory authorities;
  • we advise on collaboration with influencers, brand ambassadors and digital creators, including on labelling the advertising content, communications liability, and intellectual property rights;
  • we represent clients from the FMCG industry in disputes concerning advertising, acts of unfair competition and violations of consumer law, including proceedings before administrative bodies and courts;

Who we represent

  • producers of food, cosmetics and consumer goods;
  • advertising and marketing agencies working for FMCG brands;
  • retail chains and distributors;
  • multi-channel brands;

PE/VC

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Funds need support that gives them a full and reliable picture of risks – we help build it at every stage of the transaction.

The PE/VC industry operates in an environment where time, precision, and quality of information directly translate into investment value. Due diligence must be not only formally accurate but, above all, business-relevant – identifying real risks related to intellectual property rights, technology, source code, personal data, contractual relationships, consumer complaints, regulatory compliance, and team structure. Each of these areas can determine the success or failure of a transaction.

Modern investments—especially in technology and creative companies—require a deep understanding of IP, software, SaaS models, AI-based solutions, content monetization, and dependencies on platforms and external providers. These risks are often not visible at first glance, and their effects become apparent only at the stage of business scaling or investment exit.

We support funds and portfolio companies comprehensively, addressing every aspect of the transaction. We conduct in-depth due diligence, prepare and negotiate transaction documentation, organize intellectual property rights, and identify areas requiring immediate remediation. We also advise founders, helping them understand the implications of investment provisions and negotiate terms that enable the company’s continued growth without excessive constraints. Our approach is pragmatic, grounded in experience, and focused on a single goal: a safe, well-planned, and effectively implemented investment.

What we can help with

  • we conduct legal, technological and IP due diligence, including analysis of intellectual property, software, data, contractual relationships and regulatory compliance;
  • we prepare and negotiate investment agreements and corporate documentation, including shareholder agreements, articles of association, ESOPs, and investor protection mechanisms;
  • we advise on the transaction structure and subsequent financing rounds, taking into account the specificity of technology and creative companies;
  • we organize and secure the intellectual property rights of portfolio companies, identifying risks and implementing post-investment corrective actions;
  • we provide support around ​​compliance and regulation, including data protection, digital services, AI and sectoral regulations relevant to companies’ operations;
  • we advise on the ongoing operations of companies after the investment, supporting their development, scaling and preparation for subsequent rounds or exits;

Who we represent

  • venture capital and private equity funds;
  • portfolio companies from the technology, creative and digital industries;
  • founders preparing for financing rounds;
  • individual investors and business angels;

Advertising

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We provide legal support that keeps pace with the work of advertising agencies and production companies.

Advertising is governed by its own rules: rapid tenders, intense iterations, parallel work by multiple teams, and projects in which the rights to individual elements often take on a life of their own. Campaigns are developed under time pressure, with creative, production, and legal decisions made simultaneously. In such an environment, it is crucial to be able to resolve legal issues quickly and pragmatically – before they become a real obstacle for the production, agency or client.

The advertising process involves collaboration between agencies, production houses, media companies, creators, influencers, and the end client, each bringing their own interests and risks to the project. Copyright, image, music, trademarks, comparative advertising, and industry regulations must be considered from the concept stage, not just before broadcast. Therefore, for a campaign to be successful, a precise and coherent legal framework is as crucial as creativity.

That’s why we align our work with the pace and format unique to the advertising industry. We understand the process from brief to broadcast and are aware of how creative and production teams work and what the clients’ expectations are. We help manage legal issues at every stage of a campaign: from pre-clearance of ideas, through production, to digital operations. We ensure the project’s security without disrupting its natural rhythm.

What we can help with

  • we prepare and negotiate advertising contracts covering the entire campaign implementation process, including contracts with directors, photographers, cinematographers, graphic designers, actors, influencers and production companies;
  • we take care of the acquisition or licensing of copyrights and related rights, in particular for photos, graphics, visual identification designs, music, voice-over recordings and film materials;
  • we review and assess the legal compliance of creative concepts, including storyboards, scripts, key visuals and campaign materials before their implementation;
  • we support advertising projects involving public figures, regulating image issues, the scope of use of materials and the liability of the parties;
  • we prepare T&Cs for competitions, lotteries and promotional campaigns, along with comprehensive legal support;
  • we represent clients in litigation and before the National Broadcasting Council, including disputes concerning comparative advertising, protection of personality rights and infringements of intellectual property rights;
  • we support brands, agencies and creators with digital campaigns, including collaborations with influencers and online creators;

Who we represent

  • leading advertising agencies handling ATL and BTL campaigns;
  • production houses implementing campaigns for global brands;
  • media companies collaborating with influencers and digital creators;
  • influencers creating campaigns in cooperation with advertising agencies;
  • brands involved in disputes regarding comparative advertising and sensitive advertising;
  • creative studios and design boutiques implementing custom campaigns and ambient activities;
  • entrepreneurs who cooperate with advertising agencies;

Architecture

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Architecture requires particular legal precision – because each design is simultaneously a work, an investment and an obligation to many parties.

The architectural industry operates at the intersection of art, engineering, and business. Projects are developed in stages, involving studios, investors, contractors, subcontractors, and installation and technology specialists. In such an environment, questions naturally arise about copyright in documentation, design modification rules, the scope of authorial oversight, liability for errors, and the use of visualizations or 3D models. An additional challenge is the fact that architectural work “lives”—it is sometimes modified during implementation, use, or modernization.

We support architects, design companies, and investors in a way that reflects the realities of their work: complex schedules, multi-discipline collaboration, deadline pressure, and the need for clear agreements from the concept stage. We help to regulate copyright, the scope of obligations of participants in the construction process and the liability of the parties. We create contracts that protect both the architects’ creative contributions and the investors’ economic interests, and in disputes, we respond quickly and efficiently.

What we can help with

  • we prepare and negotiate architectural, design and implementation contracts, taking into account the specifics of the investment process, the division of roles between project participants and the real risks related to the schedule, budget and scope of work;
  • we secure copyright to architectural designs, technical documentation, visualizations, models and presentation materials, ensuring proper shaping of fields of use, rules for using designs and relations with investors and contractors;
  • we advise on authorial supervision and permissible design modifications during the investment implementation phase, helping to maintain the integrity of the architectural concept while taking into account technical and implementation requirements;
  • we represent clients in disputes concerning copyright infringements in architectural works, including those related to the unauthorized use of designs, changes made without the author’s consent, and disputes regarding the scope of work and authorship;
  • we review and shape contractual provisions regarding liability, statutory and voluntary warranty, and principles of cooperation with contractors and other participants in the construction process, minimizing legal risks for the studio;
  • we support architectural studios in multi-disciplinary and interdisciplinary projects that require coordination of rights to creative elements created in collaboration with designers, engineers, and external teams;

Who we represent

  • architecture and urban planning studios;
  • interior designers and spatial design studios;
  • investors and developers;
  • architectural and 3D visualization studios;

Music

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The music industry marches to its own beat.

Creators, performers, music producers, labels, digital distributors, and event organizers operate in an environment where every decision can impact the future exploitation of a work. Copyright and related rights, royalties, sampling, synchronization, licensing, and content monetization on streaming services create a complex ecosystem that requires precise and informed legal action.

Music is increasingly found outside the traditional recording market – as part of films, TV series, commercials, games, podcasts, and digital projects. This necessitates clear regulation of rights to recordings and compositions, synchronization rules, and settlements with collective management organizations. In this context, it is crucial not only to have a good understanding of the provisions of copyright law but also of market practice and the mechanisms of the industry. This is especially true given that these provisions in the music market differ significantly from those in regulations and legal texts.

We support creators and entities operating in the music industry in a manner tailored to their daily work—from studio recordings and concerts, through artistic collaborations and promotional activities, to the publishing process. We help establish clear rules for the use of music in various fields of exploitation, negotiate agreements with labels, producers, and distributors, and respond quickly to infringements. Our advice combines practical experience in the music market with in-depth academic knowledge of copyright and related rights.

What we can help with

  • we prepare and negotiate music contracts, including publishing, production, management, and performer contracts, as well as co-authorship and artistic collaboration agreements;
  • we protect copyright and related rights to works, ensuring clear definition of fields of exploitation and rules for further use of music;
  • we advise on sampling, remixes and covers, assessing legal risks and designing safe licensing models;
  • we prepare and negotiate synchronization agreements, including those regarding the use of music in films, TV series, commercials, games, podcasts and other audiovisual projects;
  • we support digital distribution and settlements with streaming platforms, analyzing contract terms and monetization models;
  • we advise on royalties and collective rights management, including relations with ZAiKS, STOART, ZPAV and other organizations;
  • we represent clients in disputes concerning music rights infringement, including unlawful exploitation, unauthorized sampling and remuneration disputes;
  • we support creators in protecting their image, good name and personal brand, especially in the context of promotional activities and commercial cooperation

Who we represent

  • artists, performers and music bands;
  • music producers and composers;
  • labels, publishers and digital distributors;
  • recording studios and music event organizers;

Startups

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Legal solutions designed with startup development in mind.

The startup world is often faster than regulations and market standards. The early stages of development—from MVP creation, through the first product iterations, to scaling and international expansion—mean intensive work on technology, team, financing, and business model. In such circumstances, legal decisions are made in parallel with product and strategic decisions, and their effects often become apparent only with subsequent funding rounds or entry into new markets.

Legal challenges arise at almost every turn and concern, on the one hand, relationships with developers and subcontractors, shareholding structure or investment agreements, and, on the other, consumer issues, personal data protection, and securing intellectual property rights to content and the brand being developed. One imprecise provision in the founders agreement or the lack of regulation of rights to a key software code can block an investment transaction or significantly reduce the company’s valuation.

We support startups in a practical, swift, and scaling-focused manner. We help developing startups organize their corporate affairs, secure their product, intellectual property, and team relationships, and build a solid foundation for continued growth. We work with both seed-stage projects and more mature scaleups preparing for subsequent rounds, international expansion, or transactions. Our goal is to facilitate growth, not hinder it.

What we can help with

  • we create founders agreements, shareholding structures and cooperation models, including direct and indirect technology commercialization models, using special-purpose entities;
  • we protect intellectual property rights, trade secrets and know-how;
  • we advise on financing rounds and negotiations with investors, taking into account the specifics of technological, academic and deep-tech projects;
  • we prepare research, implementation and commercial contracts, including license agreements regulating the implementation and exploitation of R&D results;
  • we support the university-business-special purpose vehicle cooperation models, ensuring a balance of interests between universities, research teams and industrial partners;
  • we advise on the financial and tax conditions of technology commercialization, as well as in the areas of data, digital services and industry regulations;
  • we help in scaling technological activities and international expansion, preparing legal structures that are ready for growth and for the subsequent stages of company development;

Who we represent

  • technological and creative startups;
  • founders and founding teams;
  • incubators, accelerators and development programs;
  • business angels and early stage investors;

Internet and new technologies

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Online businesses need support that keeps pace with technological changes while providing them with full legal security.

The internet is a space where law, technology, and business practice intertwine faster than in any other industry. Online platforms, marketplaces, SaaS tools, streaming services, and AI-based applications must simultaneously comply with requirements regarding digital services, personal data protection, liability for user content, advertising, consumer rights, and intellectual property. Regulations such as the Digital Services Act and the GDPR, supplemented by sector-specific regulations and standards imposed by the largest platforms, create a complex legal environment in which obligations can easily be overlooked or exposed to real liability.

At the same time, online companies develop their products iteratively, constantly testing new functionalities, integrations, monetization models, and communication channels. This requires legal support that goes beyond regulatory analysis and truly considers the operations of product, technology, and marketing teams. We understand how online platforms function: content moderation processes, user relationships, hosting policies, data issues, APIs, integrations, and recommendation algorithms. We help design legal solutions that are easy to implement, audit-resistant, and simultaneously support the development of digital businesses.

What we can help with

  • we create T&Cs and process models for internet platforms, online services and marketplaces, ensuring their compliance with regulations and their readability for users;
  • we advise on how new EU regulations, such as the DSA, affect content moderation, reporting procedures and liability for user actions and content published on platforms;
  • we review marketing activities and digital campaigns, including collaborations with influencers and creators, from the perspective of advertising law, consumer law, and platform responsibility;
  • we secure the rights to content, software, and digital materials, including copyright and the rules for utilising user content;
  • we support clients in disputes regarding online content and digital services, including intellectual property infringement, platform liability, and conflicts with users and business partners;

Who we represent

  • online platforms, marketplaces and e-services websites;
  • technology companies, including SaaS solution providers and entities offering cloud services and data processing;
  • software and platform startups and product teams;
  • technology companies implementing IT systems;
  • companies developing technological solutions for industry and the education sector;
  • product teams and marketing departments;
  • creative studios implementing digital projects;

Influencers

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You create narratives that engage your audience – we ensure that the output of your work is legally secure.

The influencer industry operates at a pace dictated by algorithms, trends, and commercial partnerships. Campaigns are created quickly—often within hours—and a single post can reach hundreds of thousands of people. In this dynamic environment, creators and brands simultaneously navigate copyright law, image protection, advertising regulations, and consumer communication. Every piece of content—video, photo, report, or podcast—involves legal risks, which, given the scale of their reach, can have immediate and severe image-related consequences.

This complexity is further increased by the development of new forms of infringement, such as content theft, fake accounts, deepfakes, and unauthorized use of image and content. Influencers operate in a space where the line between creativity, advertising, and private communication can be blurry, and errors in labeling collaborations or using other people’s materials can lead to legal and reputational liability.

Our support is designed with creators, brands, and agencies in mind. We create legal solutions that are precise, yet understandable and practical. We help avoid infringements and respond to crisis situations quickly, discreetly, and effectively. We help identify and eliminate the risks of infringement, including personality rights, image rights, and third-party rights, and conduct legal clearance in a way that doesn’t hinder the creative process and development. We also support brands and agencies, ensuring that collaborations with creators are safe, transparent, and compliant with advertising law and current communication standards.

What we can help with

  • we prepare and negotiate influencer contracts, including contracts with talent management agencies and agreements regulating long-term commercial cooperation;
  • we secure rights to content, such as videos, photos, reports, podcasts and other forms of content, including designing rules for further use of materials by brands and partners;
  • we advise on sensitive campaigns and labelling advertising content, taking into account legal regulations, government guidelines, and digital platform standards;
  • we help in crisis situations and cases of infringement, including those related to deepfakes, content theft, impersonation of creators and fake accounts;
  • we support clients in image and copyright disputes, as well as in cases of unauthorized use of content on the internet and social media;
  • we create and review the rules of cooperation with brands and digital platforms, ensuring the legal consistency of marketing activities and the reputational security of creators and partners;

Who we represent

  • influencers and digital creators;
  • talent management agencies and media companies;
  • brands that implement campaigns involving creators;
  • creative studios and video/social content producers;

E-commerce

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Modern e-commerce is a complex system of processes, data, and communication – we help brands manage it risk-free.

Online stores, marketplaces, and D2C brands operate at the intersection of consumer law, digital services, advertising, GDPR, and intellectual property. Every element—from terms and conditions and the purchasing process to digital campaigns and influencer collaboration—is subject to detailed requirements. Coordination is also necessary across logistics, payments, cross-border operations, sales platforms, user ratings, UGC, and customer service automation. E-commerce is also an area where even the slightest non-compliance can lead to real losses: complaints, fines, negative reviews, decreased conversions, and disputes with consumers and competitors.

We support online stores in building stable, transparent, and legally compliant online processes. We create terms and conditions, policies, returns and complaints procedures, cookie and data solutions, and support marketing teams in conducting campaigns in compliance with regulations, ensuring the acquisition of the full range of intellectual property rights. We ensure that documents and procedures are not only legally correct but, above all, practical – ones that can be easily implemented in the daily work of operational, IT, customer service, and marketing teams. We also help respond to abuses and infringements of marketing content rights.

What we can help with

  • we create and implement T&Cs for online stores and marketplaces, and design purchasing processes in line with consumer law and regulations regarding digital services;
  • we advise on returns, complaints and after-sales service, helping to build procedures that are compliant with the law and the practice of supervisory authorities, while also being customer-friendly;
  • we support clients in the area of ​​GDPR, cookies, and the processing of personal data in e-commerce, including the provision of digital services and the sale of digital content;
  • we review digital campaigns, marketing activities, and collaborations with influencers, ensuring compliance of marketing communications with intellectual property law and fair competition principles;
  • we secure intellectual property rights to content, images, product descriptions and marketing materials used in online sales;
  • we represent clients in consumer and intellectual property disputes, including copyright infringement and unfair competition in the online environment;

Who we represent

  • online stores and marketplaces;
  • brands operating in the D2C model;
  • entities offering subscription and SaaS platforms;
  • digital agencies and media houses;

Creative

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We build a secure legal framework for the creative industries.

The creative industry encompasses areas where creativity meets the market: film, music, architecture, design, advertising, media, and influencer activity. It’s an environment of intense collaboration between multiple entities—creators, producers, agencies, investors, and brands—where rights to individual project elements often arise in parallel and are subject to different protection regimes. In such circumstances, precise regulation of intellectual property rights, content exploitation rules, and the liability of the parties is crucial.

Creative projects are characterized by unpredictability, tight deadlines, and particular reputational sensitivity. At the same time, they are subject to increasingly complex regulations: from copyright and industrial property law, through advertising law and the protection of personality rights, to regulations regarding digital communications – especially consumer communications – and individual platforms. The lack of a coherent legal structure may result in disputes, obstacles to the further exploitation of the project, or a loss in its market value.

We provide comprehensive support to creative industries, from the concept stage, through production and distribution, to commercialization and protection of creative output. We understand how creators and producers work, and our advice combines legal precision with a practical approach to creative processes. We help design a secure legal framework that doesn’t restrict creativity but enables its further development and market exploitation.

What we can help with

  • we prepare and negotiate contracts for creative projects, including film and music production, architectural and design projects, advertising campaigns, and media collaborations;
  • we secure copyright and related rights, including rights to audiovisual and musical works, architectural designs, visual materials and digital content;
  • we advise on industrial property, including registering and enforcing trademark and industrial design rights, and ensuring the protection of visual identification and creative brands;
  • we coordinate commercialization of creative works, including licensing and transfer of rights;
  • we review promotional materials and media campaigns, ensuring compliance with consumer regulations, protection of personality rights and the interests of creators;
  • we support projects that combine creativity with new technologies, such as digital distribution, online platforms and the use of AI tools;
  • we represent clients in disputes concerning infringement of intellectual property rights, combatting unfair competition, and commercialization of personality and consumer goods;

Who we represent

  • architectural and design studios;
  • audiovisual producers and creators;
  • influencers;
  • actors, musicians, composers and performers;
  • creative and advertising agencies and production houses;
  • publishers, editorial offices and media entities;
  • designers;
  • digital platforms and content distributors;
  • brands and entrepreneurs operating in the creative sector;

IT

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The IT sector needs legal support that understands both the law and the industry. We do.

The IT industry operates in a constant iteration mode – sprints, backlogs, roadmaps, tests, and subsequent releases define the rhythm of teams’ work. Projects involve developers, product owners, UX/UI specialists, external partners, and often clients who actively participate in the product development process. In such an environment, precise regulation of code rights, cooperation rules, licensing models, and responsibility for delays, errors, and system maintenance is crucial.

At the same time, IT projects must address requirements related to data protection, digital services, information security, and—increasingly—the use of AI-based tools. Open source solutions, system integrations, and dependence on external APIs, cloud platforms, and technology providers also pose significant risks. Legal support in the IT industry must therefore combine regulatory knowledge with an understanding of the realities of technical teams’ work.

We support software houses, startups, and product companies in scaling their technology solutions in a structured and legally secure manner. We create contracts that truly reflect the workflow of IT teams and provide clarity regarding code ownership and responsibilities. We also advise companies using software, ensuring that licensing terms, SLAs, and service security levels align with their actual operational and business needs.

What we can help with

  • we prepare and negotiate IT contracts, including development, implementation, maintenance, licensing, SLA and B2B cooperation agreements, as well as technology and hardware supply agreements;
  • we secure copyrights to software, including source code, technical documentation and the results of development work carried out by internal and external teams;
  • we advise on SaaS and cloud services, including subscription models, data processing and use policies, SLA terms and technical support;
  • we provide opinions on software sales and commercialization models, also in relations with foreign contractors, in EU and non-EU jurisdictions;
  • we analyse the risks associated with open source, integrations and APIs, including dependence on external technology providers, cloud platforms and system components;
  • we support projects involving complex IT systems, including solutions for industry and education, comprehensive implementations, external integrations and process automation;
  • we advise on projects related to AI and new technologies, including liability, regulatory compliance, data processing and commercialization of solutions;
  • we review and negotiate contractual liability and SLA terms, ensuring they are aligned with real technical capabilities and project risks;
  • we represent clients in disputes regarding IT projects, including disputes related to IP, software quality, implementation and contractual liability;

Who we represent

  • software producers, including those that are part of critical infrastructure;
  • software houses and development studios;
  • product companies, including SaaS and digital platform providers;
  • software, technology and platform startups and scale-ups;
  • technology companies implementing IT systems;
  • entities offering cloud services and data processing;
  • companies developing technological solutions for industry and the education sector;
  • companies implementing AI software and solutions;

Luxury brands and goods

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Luxury brands operate in a unique environment – ​​their capital consists not only of their product, but above all their reputation, prestige, and image. We ensure that each of these elements is properly protected.

The luxury and premium goods market is governed by rules different from those of mass FMCG. In this segment, every detail matters – from visual identity and design, through brand communication, to distribution control and counterfeit prevention. Luxury brands are particularly vulnerable to infringements of intellectual property rights, unfair competition, unauthorized use of image and the phenomenon known as brand dilution – the dilution of the reputation and exclusive character of the brand by the actions of third parties.

Premium campaigns, collaborations with public figures, and selective distribution models pose additional challenges, requiring precise legal regulations and consistency with brand values. Large-scale marketing activities, presence in digital channels and the global nature of sales mean that even a single infringement can have much more serious consequences for the brand than in mass sectors.

Our support takes into account the specific nature of luxury brands – their aesthetics, narrative, reputational priorities, and business models based on quality, control, and uniqueness. We help protect trademarks, industrial designs, works, as well as finished projects, campaigns, and unique customer experiences. We support brands with ongoing operations, compliance, marketing, and responding to infringements that may threaten brand integrity and value.

What we can help with

  • we secure and enforce the intellectual property rights of premium brands, including copyrights and rights to designs, industrial designs, trademarks, and visual identification elements;
  • we combat counterfeiting, parallel sales, and unauthorized distribution, including through online channels and marketplace platforms.;
  • we review marketing campaigns, photo shoots, and collaborations with public figures, ensuring consistency of the message with brand values ​​and compliance with regulations;
  • we advise on selective distribution and licensing, including building relationships with distributors and trading partners;
  • we represent clients in disputes concerning infringement of brand, design and reputation, including cases relating to unfair competition, personality rights and intellectual property;

Who we represent

  • premium clothing, beauty and lifestyle brands;
  • creative and design houses;
  • producers of luxury goods and accessories;
  • entities providing services for premium brands, including advertising and marketing services;
  • influencers and celebrities collaborating with premium brands;

Fashion and design

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Fashion and design require protection that keeps pace with the creativity of creators and the pace of the market. We ensure that designs, aesthetics, and brand image are properly protected at every stage of the process.

The fashion and design industry operates in an environment where the line between inspiration and infringement can be exceptionally thin. Designs are developed quickly, collections have short lifecycles, and collaborations between designers, photographers, stylists, production companies, and brands are multi-stage and often international. In such an environment, it is crucial to precisely define the rights to designs, patterns, and creative materials before they reach the market.

In the field of design – from industrial design to interior design and visual identity – it is equally crucial to establish rights to concepts, sketches, 3D models, prototypes, and the rules for their subsequent use. Fashion campaigns, photo shoots, fashion shows, lookbooks, and marketing materials pose an additional challenge, requiring clear regulation of copyright, industrial property, and personal rights.

We support designers, studios, and brands in building a secure legal framework for their creativity and its commercialisation. We ensure clear and functional contracts, proper rights acquisition, design and brand protection, and the legal coherence of marketing and sales activities. We understand the realities of working in the creative industries and respond quickly, both at the preventative stage and in disputes, protecting the commercial interests and image of creators and brands.

What we can help with

  • we prepare and negotiate contracts in the fashion and design industry – including design and production contracts – with creators and subcontractors;
  • we secure copyrights to designs and concepts, including sketches, patterns, 3D models, prototypes, interior designs and visual identification elements;
  • we advise on the protection of designs and brands, including the registration of industrial designs and trademarks;
  • we review fashion campaigns and promotional materials, including photo shoots, lookbooks, fashion shows and brand marketing communications;
  • we regulate the rules for the use of image and rights to visual materials created in cooperation with models, photographers, stylists and public figures;
  • we support clients in disputes concerning infringement of copyright, design and personal rights, including matters related to copying designs, unfair competition and protection of reputation;

Who we represent

  • designers, including fashion designers;
  • clothing, beauty and lifestyle brands;
  • creative studios and production companies;
  • photographers, stylists and art directors;
  • entities providing services for fashion brands, including advertising and marketing services;
  • influencers and celebrities collaborating with fashion brands;

AI

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AI is changing the way companies operate in almost every industry.

Artificial intelligence opens up enormous opportunities for businesses: process automation, content generation, data analysis, service personalization, and the development of new business models. At the same time, it introduces entirely new challenges: accountability for system decisions, model training principles, regulatory compliance (including the AI ​​Act), content protection for input and output, tool licensing, and control over ethical, consumer, and reputational risks. AI development is rapid, and the law restrictive. Companies need support that can reconcile the pace of innovation with growing regulatory requirements.

We support organizations implementing AI solutions and technology developers in designing systems that comply with current and upcoming regulations. We advise on model selection, risk assessment, implementation of compliance processes, and creation of documentation that allows for the safe and predictable use of AI. We combine expertise in intellectual property, data, digital services, and consumer protection to provide companies with a comprehensive approach to AI tool development—from concept to commercialization.

What we can help with

  • we advise on the implementation of AI Act requirements, including the qualification of AI systems, risk assessment and the obligations of suppliers and users;
  • we design AI use policies, internal procedures and data processing rules in AI-based environments, taking into account personal data protection, business secrets and information security;
  • we secure copyright and database rights for content generated by AI systems and materials used to train and develop models;
  • we support clients in selecting AI tools and integrating them with business processes, identifying legal risks related to automation, decision-making and the use of system results;
  • we review and negotiate contracts with AI technology providers, including licenses for models, tools and APIs, paying particular attention to liability, data rights and limitations of liability;
  • we conduct compliance analyses and legal audits of AI solutions, including regulatory compliance assessment, risk management, and preparing organizations for supervisory authority inspections;
  • we represent clients in disputes concerning AI-related infringements, including cases relating to content generated by systems, data use, and liability for the effects of algorithms;

Who we represent

  • companies implementing AI-based tools and processes;
  • technology developers, providers of SaaS models and solutions;
  • machine learning and automation start-ups;
  • organizations using AI in creative and operational activities;
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