Poland to increase minimum fees for lawyers on official cases starting January 2026, first hike since 2015.
New Fee Structure for Official Cases
As of January 1, 2026, higher minimum rates will apply to work performed by lawyers and legal advisors in both official and selected cases. This marks the first rate increase since 2015.
Economic Rationale for the Changes
The adjustments aim to align fees with current economic realities and incentivize legal professionals to accept official appointments.
Lawyers’ Mixed Reaction
While legal professionals welcome the unfreezing of rates, they consider the increase insufficient and have long advocated for systemic reforms to the official aid system, as emphasized by the National Bar Council and the National Council of Legal Advisors.