Polish Employment Law

We advise on restrictions applicable during and after employment or a civil law engagement and prepare enforceable confidentiality protections.

We advise on employment-related matters under the Polish Act on Combating Unfair Competition. 

We draft and review workplace regulations, compensation policies, company social benefits fund regulations, collective bargaining agreements, and other internal sources of employment law, taking into account the client’s business model.

We develop, review, and implement internal policies designed to foster a respectful workplace and prevent discrimination, harassment, and workplace bullying. We also provide related training and awareness initiatives, helping employers manage potential liability under Polish employment law.

We advise on practical frameworks that support equal opportunity, fair and transparent workplace processes, inclusive decision-making, and a culture of belonging.

We prepare policies and support reporting on workforce matters within the social pillar of ESG.

workforce restructurings, collective dismissals, and transfers of undertakings;

– negotiations with trade unions, works councils, and other employee representatives;

– working time systems and schedules;

– remote and hybrid work arrangements;

– compensation structures and employee records; and

– misconduct, discrimination, harassment, whistleblowing, internal investigations, reporting channels, and codes of ethics.

We align internal regulations with legislative developments and evolving business needs and review whether employment rules are applied lawfully in practice.

We conduct comprehensive employment law audits and HR due diligence reviews, including reviews of employee documentation, procedures, and processes. Our work identifies and helps address labor and employment risks, particularly in domestic and cross-border M&A transactions.

We represent businesses in disputes involving dismissals, collective redundancies, employee status, terms and conditions of employment, compensation, overtime, bonuses, leave, discrimination, workplace harassment, and noncompete obligations.

We provide substantive and procedural support before, during, and after inspections, assist with responses and requested materials, and present arguments aimed at mitigating potential penalties.

We assess whether Polish whistleblower protection requirements apply, identify risk areas, prepare and implement internal reporting and follow-up procedures, support internal investigations and remedial action, respond to day-to-day questions, and train management and employees.