Acquiring real estate in Poland
- comprehensive legal assistance for property developers and real estate brokers in transactions with foreign buyers
- preparing and submitting applications to the Ministry of Interior and Administration for permits allowing non-Polish citizens to purchase property in Poland
- providing guidance on structuring transactions and meeting legal requirements for property acquisitions by foreign nationals
- helping clients collect and organize all documents needed for the property purchase permit request
- legal support throughout the application and review process before the Ministry of Interior and Administration
Claims against developers – contractual penalties and delays
- representing property developers in court proceedings involving claims for liquidated damages and financial compensation
- conducting detailed reviews of development contracts to identify risks related to penalty clauses and liability for loss
- negotiating with purchasers over disputed claims for penalties or indemnification
- assessing development agreements for unfair terms and ensuring full compliance with current legal standards
- drafting formal responses to pre-court demand notices for payment of agreed penalties
- providing continuous legal support during project execution to reduce legal exposure and safeguard the developer’s business interests
Claims against developers – property defects (statutory warranty)
- representing developers in litigation concerning reported physical and legal defects in residential units and houses
- managing proceedings related to demands for defect remediation following property handover
- drafting responses to pre-litigation notices requesting defect correction or compensation
- providing legal counsel on unfounded or contested claims brought by buyers
- offering legal support during the handover process, including review of handover protocols and formulation of the developer’s position
- evaluating legal risks associated with claims for price reductions, damages, or contract rescission
- negotiating settlements with buyers to facilitate amicable dispute resolution
- delivering ongoing legal advice throughout the development process to mitigate risks related to statutory warranty and client complaints
Review and negotiation of development agreements and real estate sale agreements
- reviewing and analyzing development agreements and property transfer contracts with a focus on protecting the developer’s interests
- modifying development agreements to mitigate risks and ensure the developer’s interests are safeguarded
- identifying unfavorable provisions and pinpointing areas that require negotiation with clients or contractors
- preparing recommendations to support further discussions and negotiations before finalizing development agreements
- drafting and reviewing annexes and contract amendments throughout the development process
Commercial lease
- drafting and negotiating commercial lease agreements (retail, office, service, and warehouse spaces)
- ongoing lease management support for shopping centers, retail parks, and office buildings, including lease documentation standardization
- continuous legal services for shopping centers and office complexes
- representation in disputes with tenants and landlords
- enforcement of overdue rent and other lease-related payments
- legal audits of lease agreements (lease due diligence), in connection with commercial property acquisitions
B2B contracts
- analysis, review, and negotiation of B2B contracts
- drafting and tailoring B2B agreements to the client’s business profile
- drafting non-compete clauses
- preparing confidentiality provisions (NDAs)
- representation in court disputes arising from B2B contracts
Legal services for the real estate market
- comprehensive legal support for real estate agencies
- legal assistance for developers
- drafting and negotiating real estate contracts
- conducting real estate due diligence
- resolving real estate disputes
- advisory services for investments and transactions in the real estate market