Experience
Barnaba is a Polish-qualified advocate specialising in intellectual property, commercial contracts, and dispute resolution. He advises clients in the creative industries, technology sector, and digital media, with particular insight into the video games, software, and entertainment markets.
He supports clients on a wide range of IP-related matters, including copyright and trademark strategy, licensing, content protection, and the legal use of AI-generated content. His experience spans both contentious and advisory work—ranging from multi-jurisdictional IP disputes and enforcement strategies to contract drafting, regulatory compliance, and due diligence for IP-driven transactions.
Barnaba has successfully represented clients in international arbitration and in litigation involving copyright infringement, unfair competition, and contractual breaches. He also assists in developing internal legal frameworks and policies to mitigate legal risk in fast-paced product environments.
His recent mandates include:
- Advising a game developer on blocking the global release of a cloned title via coordinated copyright enforcement.
- Representing a client in LCIA arbitration involving a software licensing dispute.
- Supporting an award-winning studio in IP consolidation and renegotiation of a key publishing deal.
- Preparing a legal policy on the use of AI voice-generation tools in game production.
A regular speaker at Game Industry Conference and Digital Dragons, Barnaba is ranked among the top emerging lawyers in Poland (Rising Stars: Lawyers – Leaders of Tomorrow, 2024).
Memberships
Advocate – The Warsaw Bar Association
Awards
Ranked 4th in the 2024 edition of Rising Stars: Lawyers – Leaders of Tomorrow organised by Wolters Kluwer Poland
Testimonials
“What definitely sets Barnaba apart from other legal advisers is his exceptional legal skills, pro-business approach and in-depth knowledge of the gaming industry.” — award-winning Polish video games studio.
“His commitment and determination to find the best solution for his client is admirable and a role model for other young lawyers. He maintains composure even in situations where emotions tend to dominate.” — Polish video games company.
Recent cases
• Advising a game developer on blocking the global release of a cloned title via coordinated copyright enforcement.
• Representing a client in LCIA arbitration involving a software licensing dispute.
• Supporting an award-winning studio in IP consolidation and renegotiation of a key publishing deal.
• Preparing a legal policy on the use of AI voice-generation tools in game production.