Concerns have emerged regarding contracts potentially totaling PLN 324,000, awarded by Poland’s Ministry of Justice to Professor Tadeusz Tomaszewski. As the chairman of a group tasked with drafting legislation on court-appointed expert witnesses, Tomaszewski’s compensation arrangements have come under scrutiny.
The working group, which has been in operation since April 2024, follows guidelines stating that members are not to receive remuneration for their participation. Despite this, documents released by the Ministry of Justice reveal that Tomaszewski secured a civil-law contract valued at PLN 8,000 per month, accumulating to PLN 192,000. A subsequent contract, starting in May 2026, stipulates an additional PLN 11,000 monthly. If this second contract is fulfilled in its entirety, the total compensation could reach approximately PLN 324,000.
The Ministry has yet to disclose specific duties covered under these contracts. A legal association, which brought the issue to light, is now seeking details and copies of the agreements to understand if Tomaszewski’s paid work was distinct from his unpaid role in the working group.
The primary concern is whether these contracts pertain to separate assignments or overlap with his duties in the group. If the contracts involve activities such as preparing legislation, conducting analyses, offering consultations, or coordinating work related to court-appointed experts, it might suggest a conflict, given that these responsibilities were intended to be carried out without financial compensation.
Further clarification is anticipated following the Ministry of Justice’s release of the requested documentation, which will hopefully provide insights into the nature of Tomaszewski’s engagements and whether they align with the non-remunerative expectations of his group role.