Warszawscy Adwokaci
Law Firm

“Peace of mind begins when you know someone is fighting for your rights.”
If you are looking for a lawyer who is dedicated, fearless, empathetic, and uncompromising – you’ve come to the right place.
Attorney Karolina Michalska (formerly Twarowska-Handzlik) – delivering effective strategies, a tailored approach, and proven experience in court proceedings.

Nous travaillons en français
We work in English
Lavoriamo in italiano

Divorce Proceedings

Divorce and the loss of a loved one are considered some of the most difficult moments in a person’s life. Divorce is often a traumatic experience, but it is also the beginning of a new chapter.

We provide assistance throughout the entire divorce or separation process, including pursuing fault-based divorce, resolving issues related to children, custody, parental authority, and child or spousal support.

A divorce lawyer also serves as a confidant and trusted advisor – we stand by our clients in these difficult times so that no one feels alone at such a crossroads in life.

Family Law

Our law firm provides comprehensive legal assistance in matters of family law. We approach each case with full commitment, understanding, and the sensitivity and discretion these situations require.

We assist, among others, in cases concerning:

  • child and spousal support (establishing, increasing, decreasing),
  • establishment or denial of paternity,
  • parental authority and child custody/visitation rights,
  • guardianship and curatorship,
  • adoption,
  • incapacitation proceedings.

Inheritance Law

Inheritance matters often combine legal and emotional aspects. At our firm, we understand the importance of handling such cases not only effectively but also tactfully.

Our services include:

  • confirmation of inheritance acquisition,
  • division and distribution of the estate,
  • reserved portion (legitime) claims,
  • contesting or defending the validity of a will,
  • advice on accepting or renouncing an inheritance,
  • representation in court proceedings and negotiations between heirs.

Property Settlements

Division of assets cases are among the most demanding – often accompanied by strong emotions and disputes regarding the value or division rules of the property.

Our services include:

  • advice on determining the composition and value of joint property,
  • preparation and conduct of negotiations for an amicable settlement,
  • representation before the court,
  • assistance in the settlement of investments, debts, and loans linked to property,
  • establishing unequal shares in joint property where justified,
  • settlement of property between cohabiting partners.

Parental Abductions – Hague Convention Proceedings

Cases involving parental child abduction are among the most sensitive and complex proceedings in family law. Our firm specializes in representing parents in matters conducted under the 1980 Hague Convention on the Civil Aspects of International Child Abduction.

How we help:

  • advising parents on their rights and obligations under the Hague Convention,
  • preparing applications for the return of a child or filing motions for dismissal,
  • representing clients in court proceedings and cooperating with central authorities of Hague Convention member states,
  • assisting in contacts with foreign institutions and coordinating international actions,
  • developing strategies in urgent situations where time and swift action are crucial.

Domestic Violence Prevention

Our law firm specializes in cases arising under the Domestic Violence Prevention Act.

We provide assistance in:

  • obtaining court orders requiring the perpetrator of violence to leave the shared residence,
  • pursuing restraining orders or no-contact orders, as well as immediate police-issued measures in cases of direct threat,
  • support in the “Blue Card” procedure, including actions involving interdisciplinary teams.
  • kaRolina MICHALSKA (formerly TWAROWSKA-HANDZLIK)
    kaRolina MICHALSKA (formerly TWAROWSKA-HANDZLIK) ADVOCATE

    Advocate, graduate of post-graduate studies in French and European commercial law at the Poitires University, graduate of post-graduate studies in intellectual property at the Faculty of Law and Administration at the University of Warsaw, entered on the official register of court mediators.

    Workstyle: effective, committed, reasonable
    500 divorce cases completed, over 2,500 hours at court, 90 cases of property division.

    Specialisation: family law, property management (family office), property division, child kidnapping (Hague Convention)

    Languages: French, English, Italian

  • joAnna Lipska
    joAnna Lipska Trainee Attorney-at-law

    Since January 2023, registered on the list of trainee attorneys-at-law maintained by the Warsaw Bar Association. Graduate of the Faculty of Law and Administration at Cardinal Stefan Wyszyński University in Warsaw.

    Workstyle: creative, meticulous, analytical

    Specialisation: family law, civil law

    Languages: English

  • piOtr Staniec
    piOtr Staniec Advocate

    Attorney-at-law, former judge of the Regional Disciplinary Court at the Warsaw Bar Association, graduate of the Prosecutorial Training Program, co-founder and long-standing partner of the law firm RESIST Rezanko Sitek Staniec, passionate about forensic medicine and criminology.

    Workstyle: decisive, straightforward, uncompromising

    Specialisation: criminal law, bankruptcy law, business law

    Languages: English

  • maŁgorzata Tomczyk
    maŁgorzata Tomczyk Office Manager

    Work style: committed, methodical, multitasking

    Specialisation: verification of accounting documents in terms of formal, bookkeeping, and tax compliance

    Languages: English

CONTACT

Kancelaria Warszawscy Adwokaci
Karolina Michalska (dawniej Twarowska-Handzlik)
NIP 9511978898
REGON 015525886
Ul. Ząbowska 5 lok 45
03-736 Warszawa

tel: +48 22 188 14 08
fax: +48 22 378 36 22
email: [email protected]