Anika Zanko

Anika Zanko is a highly respected attorney and Managing Partner at Abbeys Legal and Gbr Consulting, where she specializes in civil litigation, corporate disputes, civil law, corporate law, labor law, EU law, and fiscal penal law. With a particular focus on corporate clients, including companies with foreign capital, she provides strategic legal counsel, navigating complex legal frameworks with precision and expertise. Additionally, she offers valuable guidance on issues related to tax law, ensuring that her clients are well-equipped to address both national and international legal challenges.

Anika’s practice is distinguished not only by her legal expertise but also by her commitment to ethics and innovation. She actively supports clients in implementing forward-thinking legal and tax solutions that promote innovation. Her services include guidance on leveraging tax incentives such as the R&D tax relief for innovative employees, allowances for expansion, robotics incentives, the IP box regime, and copyright cost deductions. Her company group assists clients in obtaining EU grants for innovation projects. By ensuring her clients can effectively utilize both Polish and international legal frameworks, she enables them to foster innovation and achieve sustainable growth. Beyond her role as a legal advisor, Anika is passionate about embedding the principles of transparency, non-discrimination, and ethical governance within her clients’ organizational structures. Guided by international frameworks, including UN and EU regulations, her team advocates for creating inclusive, equitable work environments that value diverse perspectives. This approach ensures that the best ideas thrive, empowering businesses to succeed in today’s competitive landscape.

Anika Zanko’s extensive experience spans a wide array of legal fields, and she has built a reputation for her in-depth knowledge and pragmatic approach. She has honed her skills at leading law firms, where she has gained a wealth of experience in both national and international legal matters. Her expertise extends to representing clients in high-stakes international proceedings, including those before the European Court of Human Rights in Strasbourg.

A graduate of the prestigious Jagiellonian University in Kraków, Anika holds a degree from the Faculty of Law and has also studied at the School of American Law, in cooperation with the Catholic University of America Columbus School of Law. Her academic achievements include a scholarship at the University of Thessaloniki, as well as post-graduate studies in Penal Fiscal Law at the Jagiellonian University.