Michal Smiechowski

I am an associate in the Commercial team.

I advise on implementing IT systems, legal aspects of new technologies, cyber security and drafting and negotiating commercial contracts.

My passion and main area of professional interest is the legal aspects of new technologies, such as artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain technology, Internet of Things (IoT) and cloud computing. I am involved in both advising on the compliance of technologies with existing law and implementing new legal obligations (such as the AI Act).

In addition, I advise clients on cyber security matters. I support clients in implementing new legal obligations imposed by, inter alia, the NIS 2 Directive and the DORA Regulation, and I provide training in this area.

I have extensive experience in drafting and reviewing commercial and IT contracts. In my professional practice, I have participated in complex due diligence processes of both Polish and foreign companies from various sectors.

Prior to joining Bird & Bird, I gained my professional experience working for one of the leading Polish law firms.

• Participation in negotiating a contract for the implementation of an IT system for one of the leading entrepreneurs in the postal industry
• Supporting Polish entrepreneurs in reprographic fee cases