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Oskar Waluśkiewicz

Partner
Head of Energy, Warsaw
Advocate
Oskar Waluśkiewicz is a great lawyer who thinks outside the box and has an in-depth knowledge of the energy sector in Poland. I'm always impressed by his performance.
Chambers Europe 2024, Energy & Natural Resources
About

Oskar has more than 17 years of experience in advising energy sector clients on transactions, investments and regulatory matters, including large scale, complex projects and day-to-day operations.

He has been involved in legislative work concerning key energy market regulations, supporting various energy sector associations, as well as acting as an arbitrator in energy disputes concerning renewable energy projects.

Oskar has been recommended as one of the leading energy lawyers in Poland every year for the last 12 years by prestigious legal rankings such as Chambers & Partners, Legal 500 and IFLR 1000, particularly in the renewables sector.

Professional QualificationsAdvocate (Adwokat) registered with the Warsaw Bar Association of Advocates (Okręgowa Izba Adwokacka w Warszawie), 2013
Languages
  • Polish
  • English
Education
  • University of Warsaw, Poland, Master of Laws, 2008

AWARDS AND RECOGNITIONS

  • Recognised as Highly Regarded in Project Development, M&A – IFLR1000 2024
  • Ranked Band 4 in Energy & Natural Resources by Chambers Europe 2024
  • “Oskar Waluśkiewicz is a great lawyer who thinks outside the box and has an in-depth knowledge of the energy sector in Poland. I'm always impressed by his performance." – Energy & Natural Resources, Chambers Europe 2024
  • Recognised as Next Generation Partner in Energy & Natural Resources - Legal 500 2023-24
  • Recognised as a leading energy lawyer in Poland – Energy & Natural Resources, Chambers & Partners 2013-22
  • Recognised as Highly Regarded in M&A and Project Development – IFLR 1000 2023-24
  • Recognised as Highly Regarded in the fields of Energy & Infrastructure, M&A, Project Development, Oil & Gas – IFLR 1000 2014-22
  • “Oskar Waluśkiewicz regularly assists with transactions in the renewable energy sector. He additionally offers experience advising clients on the construction of power plants, and proceedings before energy regulators.” – Chambers Europe 2022
  • Oskar Waluśkiewicz provides legal advice on construction projects in the renewable energy sector, assisting in negotiations and power purchase agreements. One client says of his work: "We recently had the opportunity to collaborate with him on a large project, and it was an extremely positive experience, both in terms of content and exceptional commitment." – 2019
  • Oskar Waluśkiewicz is active on commodities trading and regulatory work. He is praised by clients for his "solid knowledge and great communication skills." – 2015
  • Oskar Waluśkiewicz is commended for his work in the renewables sector and praised for his innovative approach. – 2014
  • Oskar Waluśkiewicz receives "very high marks for the level of his work,” and is recognised for his expertise in regulatory matters. Clients appreciate his initiative and engagement with the projects. – 2013

Prior Experience

  • January 2023 – present, Partner, Head of Energy, DLA Piper, Warsaw
  • 2019 – 2022, Partner, co-head of Energy Department, DWF
  • 2016 – 2019, Counsel, co-head of Energy Department, K&L Gates
  • 2011 – 2016, Senior Associate, Energy Department, Baker & McKenzie
  • 2007 – 2011, Junior-Senior Associate, Energy, Projects & Construction Department, CMS

Memberships and Affiliations

  • Warsaw Bar Association of Advocates, 2013

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