• Awards

Awards and distinctions


Hasik Rheims and Partners has an established reputation on the legal services market.

This 
is confirmed by how high the firm places in rankings of law offices:

BAND 2

LEGAL 500

"IP and media law boutique firm Hasik, Rheims & Partners has expertise in trademark enforcement, notably relating to sporting events, anti-counterfeiting strategies and IP infringement cases and copyright and patent disputes. Additionally, the practice advises on music law and issues relating to copyright collective societies, areas where Aleksandra Sewerynik is particularly active. Daniel Hasik, Eric Rheims and Anna Kruszewska jointly lead the team. Patent litigator Norbert Walasek joined the team from Wardynski & Partners and senior associate Joanna Wozniak is also notable."

Distinction for the firm in the Media Law International Ranking - Tier 4 

Media Law International

 

BAND 4

CHAMBERS EUROPE

Daniel Hasik enjoys a solid reputation as a trade marks lawyer. A client highlights his "very detailed opinions and input on cases both locally and internationally."

Recommendations for Daniel Hasik and Eric Rheims

WTR 1000

Daniel Hasik “a trusted IP adviser and excellent litigator. He displays a high level of professionalism and a proactive problem-solving approach. 

Daniel is always extremely well prepared, immediately grasps the essence of a case and knows which options for resolution to present”.

An “excellent, effective lawyer” with a flair for dispute resolution, Rheims “efficiently combats all IP infringements. Any brand owner that works with him immediately notices a significant improvement in service quality”.

“Together, the pair make a fantastic team.”

Silver for the firm

Hasik Rheims & Partners “consistently surpasses expectations”. “The firm is not simply a contractor, but rather a trademark guardian and law tutor that clients never want to be without.” 

“Over a decade on the market, it has cemented itself as a formidable force for all IP concerns and has become the first port of call for myriad industry leaders seeking contentious support.“

WTR 1000

Recommendation for Daniel Hasik as "Leading Individual"

LEGAL 500

Recommendation for Joanna Woźniak as "Rising Star"

LEGAL 500

Bronze for the firm in the category Litigations and Transactions

IAM Patent 1000 2022

"A strong partner for any and all IP concerns, Hasik Rheims & Partners has quickly established itself as the first port of call for prominent industry players across a wide variety of sectors. While the group is highly regarded for its work in the trademark domain, its patent offering is equally brilliant and has been beefed up with the arrival of several practitioners."

Recommendation for Norbert Walasek

IAM Patent 1000 2022

"One such addition is Norbert Walasek, a lawyer with an attractive litigation background; he has penned his name to many of the European Union’s most significant blockbuster drug disputes. He is also extensively involved in the electronics field and deftly navigates multi-jurisdictional matters."

Recommendation for Joanna Woźniak

IAM Patent 1000 2022

"Joanna Woźniak brings a holistic approach to her work for a range of domestic start-ups; while Norbert Walasek is a 'real star' in the electronics and machinery arena." "Joanna Woźniak was another smart addition to the crew. She is a great match for innovative companies with diverse portfolios, and technology start-ups and medical companies regularly seek out her sage counsel."

Silver for the firm

WTR 1000

"Boutique Hasik Rheims & Partners continues to provide A-to-Z trademark and brands counsel from its Warsaw HQ. Its lawyers are in hot demand for their anti-counterfeiting and enforcement nous, with the strong relationships they have cultivated with Customs key to their success. However, the firm’s prosecution offering is also blossoming and attracting the attention of a slew of multinationals as a result. Daniel Hasik and Eric Rheims put in all the time, effort and passion needed to make patrons feel secure. 'A trusted adviser and litigator', Hasik delivers sterling results in fraught disputes; while the 'proactive, efficient and knowledgeable' Rheims 'excels at taking downfakes'."

Silver for Daniel Hasik in the category Enforcement and Litigation

WTR 1000

 

Distinction for the firm in the Media Law International Ranking - Tier 4 

Media Law International

 

BAND 2

LEGAL 500

„The team at boutique firm Hasik, Rheims & Partners is led by Daniel Hasik, Eric Rheims and Anna Kruszewska. Exclusively dedicated to IP and media law, the firm is renowned for its expertise in trademark enforcement and handles rights protection, anti-counterfeiting strategies, mass infringements, and preliminary injunction strategies. Notably, the firm also advises on music law and issues concerning copyright collective societies as well as handling IP work in the publishing sector. The group is also a popular choice for clients in the automotive, household goods, cosmetics, and gaming industries.”

Recommendations for Daniel Hasik in category Leading Individual

LEGAL 500

 

Bronze for the firm in the category Litigations and Transactions

IAM Patent 1000 2021

“Bringing the team on board was one of the best business decisions we made.”

“The lawyers are business savvy and have a fantastic reputation as experts within their field. The work produced is top-notch and really gave us an edge over our competitors.”

"Founder Daniel Hasik is 'very proactive in his communication and strategic in his defences, and his legal knowledge is always spot-on'".

"Joanna Woźniak brings a holistic approach to her work for a range of domestic start-ups; while Norbert Walasek is a 'real star' in the electronics and machinery arena."

BAND 4

CHAMBERS EUROPE

"Daniel Hasik enjoys a solid reputation as a trade marks lawyer. A client values his 'extremely practical approach,' describing Hasik as 'easy to cooperate with.'"

Distinction for Eric Rheims in category Anti-Counterfeiting and silver in the category Enforcement and Litigation

WTR 1000

 

Silver for the firm

WTR 1000

“Agile IP boutique Hasik Rheims & Partners has hit full stride with new hires, a growing prosecution workload and an expanding multinational client portfolio. Best known for its enforcement prowess, the ensemble continues to shine in litigation and anti-counterfeiting scenarios thanks to excellent relations with Customs and the police, as well as the skills of its lawyers."

Recommendations for Daniel Hasik and Eryk Rheims

WTR 1000

“Contentious stars Daniel Hasik and Eric Rheims are “experienced, efficient and convincing litigators who know what it takes to win”.

“Responsive, thorough and business-minded, Daniel takes a focused approach and always goes the extra mile. He is at ease in complex disputes.”

“Eric renders an outstanding level of service and surpasses high expectations. He is proactive and incredibly efficient in anti-counterfeiting. “

 

BAND 2

LEGAL 500

"IP boutique Hasik, Rheims & Partners is noted for its expertise in IP enforcement and portfolio management work across trade mark, copyright, design and patent law, as well as personal rights and media issues (…). The team is jointly led by founding partner Daniel Hasik, who is a trade mark enforcement and prosecution expert, and native French-speaker Eric Rheims, who advises luxury goods and pharmaceuticals clients on IP rights protection in Poland; Rheims is also experienced in pursuing claims for damages arising from criminal cases."

BAND 4

CHAMBERS EUROPE

"Daniel Hasik represents clients in trade mark conflicts, and handles counterfeit issues and domain name disputes. A client highlights his 'extremely practical approach', calling him 'easy to co-operate with'."

Recommendations for Daniel Hasik as "Leading Individual" 

LEGAL 500

 

Recommendation for Daniel Hasik in the categoreis of enforcement and litigation

WTR 1000

“Eric Rheim’s longstanding relationship with customs, police and investigators give him a competitive edge.”

“Eric is a fantastic lawyer and recognised authority in anti-counterfeiting.”

“Eric is very easy to approach and his solutions to infringement issues are innovative and rewarding, not to mention extremely cost-effective.”

Recognised practitioner

CHAMBERS EUROPE

"Daniel Hasik of Hasik, Rheims & Partners assists clients with the full spectrum of trade mark and copyright issues. Interviewees characterise him as a 'strong thinker, logical and pragmatic.'He is also praised for being 'very business-minded'."

BAND 2

LEGAL 500

"Boutique firm Hasik & Partners is praised for its 'pro-active' approach to IP enforcement, although it also handles portfolios for various multinationals. 'Easy to work with' founding partner Daniel Hasik advised and represented (...) in relation to various protection issues concerning the UEFA European Under-21s Championship. Eric Rheims represents clients (...) in criminal enforcement proceedings against counterfeiters in Poland."

Silver for the firm

WTR 1000

“ Hasik Rheims continues to ride a wave of successes.”
“Team act promptly and never fail to put in every effort to reach the desired outcome.” 

BAND 4

CHAMBERS EUROPE

"Daniel Hasik of Hasik, Rheims & Partners assists clients with the full spectrum of trade mark and copyright issues. Interviewees characterise him as a 'strong thinker, logical and pragmatic'. He is also praised for being 'very business-minded.'"

 

Distinctions for Daniel Hasik and Eric Rheims

WTR 1000

"Founding partner Daniel Hasik, a civil IP litigator who proves consistently persuasive in the most challenging cases – in addition to being a perspicacious portfolio manager and counsellor. Daniel stands out for his provision of prompt, business-minded advice, rather than academic interpretations of trademark law.”

"Rheims is highly sought after by clients within the pharmaceutical sector and is the exclusive Polish IP counsel to Merck Sharp & Dohme, Eli Lilly & Company and Pfizer. He hit the news in 2016 when he shut down one of the world’s largest counterfeit medicines factory, and rode that wave of success to further notable victories throughout 2017. Rheims, who has concentrations of loyal patrons in numerous sectors – including electronics and apparel – is noted for his 'excellent success rate in extracting damages from infringers'."

BAND 2

LEGAL 500

"Top-notch, responsive and dependable’ team that ‘knows the law and its clients’ needs.”

 

Distinction for the firm

WTR 1000

"Growing in strength, dynamic."

Distinction for Anna Kruszewska

LEGAL 500

„A skilled litigator.”

 

Silver for Daniel Hasik in the category of enforcement

LEGAL 500

„High-quality and experience.”

 

Distinction for Daniela Hasika

LEGAL 500

„An outstanding lawyer.”

 

Recommended firm and individual

LEGAL 500

"Key figures include Daniel Hasik, who is ‘an outstanding lawyer’, the ‘highly professional’ Eric Rheims, and Anna Kruszewska, who is ‘a skilled litigator’".

BRONZE FOR THE FIRM

WTR 1000

“Maintains a deep bench of eminently experienced practitioners.”

“Best know for its hard-hitting litigation and devastatingly effective enforcement.”

Silver for the firm

WTR 1000

 “Anty-counterfeiting and high-stakes litigation are strongholds.”

Distinction for Daniel Hasik

IP STARS 2016

 

Recommended firm

LEGAL 500

"IP boutique Hasik & Partners’ team ‘has a business-minded approach and provides clear, concise advice’. Daniel Hasik, Eric Rheims and Anna Kruszewska are the key names."

Recommendation for Daniel Hasik in the categories of enforcement

WTR 1000

“ A skilled presenter and savvy counsellor.”

Distinction for Daniel Hasik

IP STARS 2015

 

Silver for Daniel Hasik in the category of enforcement

WTR 1000

”He really stands out from the crowd for his responsiveness, excellent English language skills and through analysis of potential oppositions and disputes.”

Bronze for the firm

WTR 1000

“Vastly experienced and a stickler for detail.”

Recommendations for Daniel Hasik and Eryk Rheims

WTR 1000

„Daniel’s responsiveness, excellent English-language skills and through analysis of issues, together with his business-centric approach, set him apart from others in Poland., 'doesn’t wait for directions before he takes appropriate action to protect our brand'.”

"Eric Rheims also makes the grade, with one client calling him 'the best enforcement counsel anywhere in the region'. Rheims joined in 2012, adding significant clout to the international firm’s anti-counterfeiting capabilities. 'He is well connected with the prosecutor’s office, customs and police, and is an incredibly driven individual. He makes you feel like you are his only client'.”

Bronze for the firm

IAM Patent 1000  2014

„It really understands our core business and is highly innovative in it approach to dispute handling and settlement negotiations. In terms of equality-to-cost ratio, it stands out as one of the best firms in Poland.”

Distinction for Daniel Hasik

IP STARS 2015

Distinction for Eryk Rheims in the category of ‘excellent advice’

LEGAL 500

"Senior associate Eric Rheims is also recommended."

Bronze for the firm

WTR 1000

„Relative newcomer Hasik & Partners has carved out its niche and is attracting work from marquee brand; the team represented UEFA in over 60 ambush marketing cases in connection with the Euro 2012 football championships, and the football federation remains an important client. Litigation is a stronghold; the ensemble demonstrated its tactical nous in successfully launching a torpedo action on behalf of wholesale grocery company Bakalland in a dispute with a competitor.”

Distinction for Eryk Rheims

LEGAL 500

"Eric Rheims, who joined the team in January 2012, gives ‘excellent advice’."

Distinction for Daniel Hasik

IAM Patent 1000 2013

„Collaborative and flexibe.”

Silver for Daniel Hasik

WTR 1000

„Daniel Hasik has an international background and big-firm experience; in his new setting, client can utilise his skills on a more cost-effective and flexible basis. He focused on trademark and unfair competition litigation.”

Bronze for the firm

WTR 1000

„Recently established by two dynamic partners, this boutique has made an instant impact on the Polish IP scene. (…) it provides a full suite of trademark and patent services. Complex contentious work is a stronghold and the team has tasted success in a wide variety of cases, including parallel imports, seizures of counterfeit goods and breach of licence agreements. It has unsurpassed experience of ambush marketing matters and recently represented UEFA in more then 60 cases arising from UEFA Euro 2012 football tournament.”

Gold for Daniel Hasik

WTR 1000

„Daniel Hasik recently established boutique IP firm. A strong all-rounder, he handles contentious and non-contentious patent, trademarks and other IP matters, in addition to offering expertise on related matters such as unfair competition. Commentators regard him as a dynamic presence on the Polish and international IP scene. dynamic presence on the Polish and international IP scene.”

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Intellectual property
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