Ukrainian Desk

Ukrainian Desk

Our approach

We support Ukrainian entrepreneurs in entering the Polish market and further developing their businesses in Poland, and we support Polish entrepreneurs in preparing and implementing business projects in Ukraine. We combine legal, tax, accounting, and financial expertise, enabling us to guide clients through the entire process of entering a new market - from selecting a business model and investment structure to providing ongoing support for a growing business. We help prepare businesses to operate within the Polish and EU regulatory frameworks and translate business plans into practical solutions that support growth in a new market.

For whom?

Our services are aimed at Ukrainian entrepreneurs, founders, and investors planning to launch or expand their businesses in Poland, as well as companies with Ukrainian capital that are already present on the Polish market. We also support Polish companies preparing to enter the Ukrainian market, expand their operations there, or carry out projects in collaboration with local partners. Our services are also available to international groups conducting business across both markets.

Benefits

Our team helps entrepreneurs safely expand their businesses between Poland and Ukraine by providing them with access to practical, coordinated support.

Access to local experts

We combine our understanding of business owners’ needs with access to the right experts in Poland and Ukraine to help clients safely plan and execute projects in both jurisdictions.

A safe entry into a new market

We help you sort out key legal, tax, and organizational issues right from the start, so that the growth of your business in Poland or Ukraine is built on a stable foundation.

A single point of contact

We provide a single point of contact for various areas of consulting. We assess the client’s situation, identify their needs, and then coordinate the involvement of the appropriate experts.

Services

Our support through the Ukrainian Desk covers the following areas, among others:

Entering the Polish market

We help you choose a business structure tailored to your business plans and guide you through the process of establishing and registering a company.
We assist with fulfilling formal obligations, obtaining the necessary registrations and permits, and organizing operations during the initial stage. We can also provide ongoing or temporary legal, tax, accounting, and HR services.

M&A and Corporate Law

We provide support in the acquisition of Polish companies and in vendor due diligence. We structure domestic and international transactions from both a legal and tax perspective. We develop negotiation strategies and represent clients during negotiations. We draft contracts and provide comprehensive corporate legal services to companies.

Tax advisory services

We provide support in the areas of corporate income tax (CIT), personal income tax (PIT), and value-added tax (VAT), as well as transfer pricing, tax reporting, and cross-border tax settlements.

We help clients properly structure their business model, identify tax risks, and fulfill their reporting obligations. We represent clients before tax authorities and support them during audits and proceedings.
 

Accounting and payroll services

With the assistance of a specialized company from the OW Group - OW Accounting & Payroll - we provide ongoing accounting and HR & payroll services, including bookkeeping, tax filings, payroll processing, and the preparation of HR documentation.

We tailor the scope of our services to both startups and organizations with their own financial and HR processes.

HR, Labor Law, and global mobility

We assist in establishing employment structures, drafting contracts, regulations, policies, and procedures, as well as providing day-to-day support to HR departments.

We also provide assistance with matters related to the legalization of foreign nationals’ residence and employment, the posting of employees, cross-border work, and the associated tax and social security obligations.
 

Disputes and debt collection

We represent businesses in negotiations, court proceedings, and arbitration. We help recover debts, secure claims, and resolve disputes with business partners.

Real estate and the construction process

We provide support in selecting a location, purchasing or leasing real estate, and conducting due diligence. We assist in obtaining the necessary approvals and permits, draft and negotiate contracts, and provide advice throughout the project’s implementation.

Government assistance and investment financing

We analyze the available forms of investment support, including grants, tax incentives, the Polish Investment Zone, EU and regional funding, and instruments supporting research and development activities. We help you select the right instrument, prepare the necessary documentation, and properly account for the support received.

Technology, security, and dual-use

We support businesses operating in the technology, cybersecurity, defense, and dual-use sectors. We provide advice on, among other things, product classification, trade in strategic goods, exports, regulatory compliance, and technology contracts and projects.

Criminal and fiscal criminal proceedings, compliance

We support companies carrying out projects involving Poland, Ukraine, and other European markets. We provide advice on, among other things, project structure, taxes, contracts, international sanctions, and operational risks.

If a project requires advice in another jurisdiction, we can coordinate with relevant local experts.
 

Cross-border projects

We support companies carrying out projects in Poland, Ukraine, and other European markets. We provide advice on matters such as project structure, taxes, contracts, international sanctions, and operational risks.

If a project requires advice in another jurisdiction, we can coordinate with the appropriate local experts.

Completed projects

Some examples of projects carried out through our Ukrainian Desk:

TEAM

TEAM

Rafał Olesiński – see the profile

Rafał Olesiński

Managing Partner

Attorney-at-law

Filip Mroczkowski – see the profile

Filip Mroczkowski

Partner

Attorney-at-law, LL.M.

Bartosz Jeziorski – see the profile

Bartosz Jeziorski

Senior Manager

Attorney-at-law | OW State aid

Katarzyna Łozińska – see the profile

Katarzyna Łozińska

Manager

Attorney-at-law | OW Legal

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