Poland’s Justice Minister suspended the license of prominent restructuring advisor Marcin Kubiczek on May 4, 2026, amid proceedings related to Getin Noble Bank and Idea Bank.
Kubiczek’s License Suspended
The Minister of Justice has suspended the license of restructuring advisor Marcin Kubiczek. The decision, issued on May 4, 2026, is effective immediately and is a precautionary measure taken during an ongoing review regarding potential revocation of his license.
Focus on Getin Noble Bank and Idea Bank Proceedings
The case concerns, among other things, proceedings related to Getin Noble Bank and Idea Bank, where Marcin Kubiczek served as a bankruptcy trustee. Concerns arising within these proceedings prompted further supervisory actions.
Ministry Investigates Trustee’s Actions
The Ministry of Justice, according to a statement, has identified irregularities in Kubiczek’s actions, including issues with expense reporting. Marcin Kubiczek or Rymarz Zdort Maruta Kubiczek Restructuring Spółka Akcyjna in Warsaw, where he serves as the president of the board, is currently handling over 100 bankruptcy and restructuring cases.
Protecting Creditor Interests
The Ministry justified its decision, stating the suspension occurred during an administrative proceeding to revoke Kubiczek’s restructuring advisor license. The Ministry determined that the evidence gathered warranted a precautionary measure to protect the proper course of bankruptcy and restructuring proceedings and the interests of their participants.
Allegations of Misspent Funds
The investigation identified irregularities regarding expense allocation, with particular controversy surrounding certain costs.
Impact of License Suspension
The Minister’s decision prevents Kubiczek from performing the duties of a restructuring advisor. This impacts all proceedings where he served as a trustee, administrator, or supervisor. Further organizational and procedural decisions in these cases will be made by the relevant bankruptcy and restructuring courts, in accordance with applicable regulations.
Temporary Measure, Not a Final Ruling
The Ministry emphasizes that the suspension does not determine the final outcome of the proceedings. It is a temporary measure to safeguard the interests of participants until a final decision is reached.