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We are a leading, top 50, full-service UK law firm, with more than 1,300+ freethinking colleagues all working together to make the future better for our people, planet, clients and communities. We are a big firm, without the attitude. We get our momentum from our guiding values – smart, bold and together. We are friendly, straight-talking and use our expertise and integrity to deliver smart legal services, alongside a dynamic, inclusive and rewarding experience. Because of all this and more, we’re trusted by leading household names such as Aldi, Tarmac, Experian and Lloyds Bank, as well as charities, universities and private individuals, to think beyond the norm and get the best results. Our efforts have been reflected in a number of award wins after the firm was named Law Firm of the Year at The Legal Business Awards 2024 and the same at the City AM Awards 2025. We also consistently rank in the top tier of the Legal 500 and Chambers and Partners guides. Freeths is the largest B Corp law firm in the UK, committed to upholding and delivering the highest standards of environmental and social impact, governance and inclusion. This commitment is shown through other recent accolades such as Diversity Champion status from Stonewall, Gold accreditation from Investors in People (2025), Tommy’s Champion status (2025), and recognition as a Top 30 Employer by Working Families (2025). We are also featured in the Legal 500 Green Guide 2026 for its sustainability leadership. • Named Law Firm of the Year at the City AM Awards 2025 • Listed in The Times Best Law Firms 2026 • Legal 500 & Chambers & Partners and Chambers HNW legal guide consistent top tier ranks • National ranking of 43 in the Top 100 UK law firm listing - The Lawyer magazine • Winner of The Lawyer and Legal Week’s Litigation Team of the Year 2020 • A Stonewall Diversity Champion, the gold standard for LGBTQ+ inclusion • Accredited in ISO 14001, ISO 27001, ISO 22301 and ISO 9001

Irwin Mitchell is one of the UK’s largest full-service law firms, We believe everyone deserves clear legal guidance, strong advocacy, and genuine care. Whatever has happened, and whatever is ahead, you need a wide range of trusted specialists who understand what it takes to protect your family, your business and your future. We have more than 20 offices across the UK and a global reach that means we’re here wherever – and whenever – we’re needed. Our 3,000+ colleagues deliver over 180 legal services to a range of clients. This includes some of the most complex and specialised areas of law — from personal injury and medical negligence to commercial litigation, family law, employment, and property. But what sets us apart is the way we work. Our trusted brand is built on more than 100 years of exceptional customer service, supported by outstanding colleagues and an inclusive culture. From early resolution to Supreme Court success, we focus on what matters: delivering results and building lasting relationships.

Located in the heart of Poland’s capital, our Warsaw office is home to more than 60 lawyers working closely with their international colleagues in our network of offices on four continents. We take a collaborative, business-oriented approach to serving our clients in three areas: transactional, regulatory and risk. Our industry teams focus on energy, infrastructure, mining, financial institutions, as well as aviation. Whether you're investing in Poland, considering acquisitions, or dealing with Polish regulations or disputes, we will help you succeed and closely guard your interests. We understand your business goals and the complexities of Polish regulations. Our top-tier lawyers will offer you realistic solutions for your specific business challenges. We assist our clients in executing the most complex cross-border transactions. To ensure you get the best from your deals, we apply commercial thinking to the regulatory and risk landscape, bringing together our tax, IP, antitrust, finance, real estate and corporate teams. The Warsaw office key practices include corporate & transactional, capital markets, private equity and venture capital, banking, finance and restructuring, energy, intellectual property, dispute resolution and international arbitration, regulatory, construction/real estate, public procurement/government contracts, and tax and employment. Our achievements are widely recognized by our Clients, other law firms, the broader market, as well as leading international rankings like Chambers (28 ranked lawyers and practices in Chambers Europe) and Legal500.