New Partners at PCS Paruch Chruściel Schiffter Stępień Kanclerz | Littler

Sandra Szybak-Bizacka – attorney-at-law, Marcin Szlasa-Rokicki – attorney-at-law, Bartosz Tomanek – advocate join PCS Paruch Chruściel Schiffter Stępień Kanclerz | Littler partners team.

Sandra Szybak-Bizacka is the head of a Compensation & Benefits and Employee Capital Plans Team. She knows all about payroll. She helps clients understand the complexities of working time, including overtime work, supports them in implementing and changing internal regulations and assists them in relations with trade unions.

What does being a partner at PCS Paruch Chruściel Schiffter Stępień Kanclerz | Littler mean to you?

The title of partner honors all my professional career, dedication, and passion for work. It’s a great honor, but also a responsibility and obligation to our partners and clients to provide the highest level of service, take on challenges and continue to grow. Thank you for trusting me.

The best career advice you’ve ever received

For me personally, it’s important to find new opportunities and possibilities in every situation, even in those that might seem unprofitable or disadvantageous. Do not fixate on one predetermined direction and strategy, just be open-minded and adapt to the ever-changing circumstances.

Marcin Szlasa-Rokicki is the head of a Litigation Team, currently supervising hundreds of court cases. He creates court strategies and implements them efficiently. He assists clients from the very beginning of a dispute, participating in settlement talks, mediation, negotiations, internal investigations and the work of anti-bullying committees. Marcin helps clients in handling employee dismissals and redundancies to protect them against potential future litigation.

What does being a partner at PCS Paruch Chruściel Schiffter Stępień Kanclerz | Littler mean to you?

The title of partner is a new beginning and a huge commitment to not only partners and employees, but also our clients. It’s also a challenge, especially due to the dynamic changes in labor market and employment law which specifically affect HR issues. I have no doubt that with the kind of Team I have the pleasure of working with, we’ll rise to the challenge.

The best career advice you’ve ever received

“Don’t give up” and “It’s important to do what you love”. The first piece of advice refers to the determination in pursuing one’s goals and dreams in both professional and private life, despite all the obstacles that come along the way. The second piece is a great barometer of what we’re supposed to be doing in our life. I consider employment law as a passion of mine and cannot picture myself doing anything different. I appreciate that I’m able to do something which gives me satisfaction and enthusiasm, and PCS | Littler is the best place for doing exactly that.

Bartosz Tomanek is the head of the Gdańsk Office and advises employers on compliance issues. He specializes in assisting internal investigations, in particular those concerning workplace bullying, discrimination, harassment and managerial abuse. He helps entrepreneurs in implementing internal whistleblowing regulations, incentive and retention programs, as well as employment structures based on B2B contracts.

What does being a partner at PCS Paruch Chruściel Schiffter Stępień Kanclerz | Littler mean to you?

The title of partner carries great distinction but also a  major commitment. A commitment to our clients, and to our whole Team, not only to those in the Gdańsk Office which I supervise. Being a partner is a commitment to providing substantive support, motivating others to do their best at work and help them find and realise their potential. Moreover, partner promotion leads to new business opportunities. I will seize them and do my best for our clients and PCS | Littler.

The best career advice you’ve ever received

“Be brave!” – I’m happy to share it with anyone who asks me for advice. PCS | Littler creates an environment conductive to making bold assertions and strategies that reach beyond the mainstream. Lawyers at PCS | Littler have repeatedly proven their ability to do things that other law firms considered impossible. We are a living example that where there’s a will, there’s a way. This is a key value of our Team, which I would like everybody to share, as I consider it both edifying and empowering.