Publication date: 18.02.2025
My name is Anna Mykolaivna Vykhodtseva, and I am a lawyer with experience since 2015. I specialize in international, immigration, civil, and tax law. I provide legal services to both individuals and businesses in Warsaw. I am fluent in Ukrainian, Russian, and Polish, which allows me to effectively work with clients of various nationalities and protect their rights in different jurisdictions. What sets me apart from other lawyers? I have 10 years of experience living and working in the legal field, and I also hold a Master's degree in Law from Poland, which I earned after 7 years of active practice. My personal experience, ambition, desire to learn new things, and adaptability help me successfully solve complex legal issues. I also have extensive experience in company management, constantly learning and improving my professional skills. My practice includes representation in courts, drafting legal documents, and advising on migration processes, civil, and tax matters. If you need professional legal support or consultation, feel free to reach out.
Business Administration in Poland and Trademark Registration in Urzęd Patentowy RP
The client reached out for assistance with opening a café in Poland, which included registering an individual entrepreneur (IE) and trademark (patent). Additionally, consultation was required regarding tax, financial, and legal issues related to the relocation of the business. The task was to help the client properly prepare all the necessary documents and go through all stages of business and trademark registration in Poland.
The process of starting a business in Poland involves several key stages, each of which requires careful attention. First of all, it is necessary to understand the requirements regarding tax reporting, documentation for entrepreneurship, and trademark registration. Furthermore, an important stage is the legalization of the client's and their family’s stay for conducting business activities in Poland.
Case Details
- Date of Inquiry: 2024.
- Claimant: A person wishing to open a café in Poland.
- Claim Requirements: registration of an individual entrepreneur, trademark, consultation on tax and legal issues.
- Submitted Documents: documents for IE registration, declaration for the tax office, package for trademark registration.
Actions
- Tax Consultation: A comprehensive consultation was held regarding Poland’s tax system, financial reporting rules, and documentation requirements for doing business.
- Individual Entrepreneur Registration: Initial documents were prepared for registering an IE and registering it with Polish administrative bodies.
- Legalization of Stay: Registration of the client and their family members with the Office for Foreigners to legalize their stay and business activities.
- Trademark Registration: Preparation and submission of the document package for trademark registration at the Polish Patent Office (Urzęd Patentowy RP).
- Procedure Support: Full support for the trademark registration process until the official decision on registration was obtained.
Result
- IE Registration: Individual entrepreneur registered in Poland within 2 days.
- Trademark Registration: Positive decision obtained for trademark registration, granting exclusive rights for 10 years (processing time — 2 months).
Questions and Answers
Question
How do I register an individual entrepreneur in Poland?
Answer
To register an individual entrepreneur, you need to submit an application to the registration authority, preparing the necessary documents, including a passport, registration address, and business information.
Question
What documents are needed to register a trademark?
Answer
To register a trademark, you need to submit a description of the trademark, the application form, and pay the relevant fees to the Patent Office.
Question
How long does the trademark registration process take?
Answer
The trademark registration process can take from 2 to 3 months depending on the complexity and requirements of the application.
Why Should You Contact a Lawyer?
- Professional Support: A lawyer will help you correctly prepare all documents and go through all stages of registration.
- Protection of Interests: Legal support during the business and trademark registration process.
- Time Savings: A lawyer will help avoid mistakes and delays in the registration process.
Legal Support: Providing all necessary services at each stage of registration.
Taxation and Business Legal Consultation in Poland.
Achievement: Successful completion of all registration stages.
Establishing a business in Poland and registering a trademark is a complex process, but with the help of a qualified lawyer, the client was able to quickly and efficiently resolve all legal issues, allowing them to focus on business development.
