Hall Of Fame

Firms To Watch: Dispute resolution

The litigation team at Komarevski Dimitrov & Partners, Attorneys-at-Law are experienced in employment disputes, real estate litigation and arbitration and a range of commercial disputes, frequently representing clients in Bulgaria’s highest courts.

Dispute resolution in Bulgaria

Boyanov & Co.

Boyanov & Co.’s in-depth dispute resolution experience includes representation in complex litigation proceedings before Bulgaria’s highest courts, including the supreme court of cassation and the supreme administrative court, in matters spanning the chemicals, pharma, energy and banking sectors, among others. The team has recently handled a number of IP and copyright infringement cases in the pharma sector, insolvency procedures for a real estate company and complex employment litigation matters in the Bulgarian courts. Kina Chuturkova leads the team and is a highly regarded practitioner in this space, having formerly sat as a judge in the supreme court of cassation and since then handling an array of complex litigation and arbitration proceedings. Radoslav Alexandrov is an active member of the department and primarily handles employment disputes.

Praxisleiter:

Kina Chuturkova


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Radoslav Alexandrov; Meglena Konstantinova; Lilia Surgucheva


Referenzen

‘Efficient, dedicated and self-driven.’

‘Very knowledgeable, with deep and thorough knowledge of the matter and court practice, responsive and have a practical approach.’

‘The team shows a client oriented approach aiming to defend the clients interests in the best possible way. They demonstrate professionalism and excellent knowledge of the applicable legal frame.’

Kernmandanten

Solvay Sodi


Wizz Air


Dundee Precious Metals


Prodea


Neochim


Eurobank Bulgaria


Silver Star Motors


Chanel


Chipita/Mondelez


Allergan


Heidelberg Materials Devnya


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising and representing Heidelberg Materials Devnya in a number of administrative and court proceedings related to the orders issued by the State Reserves and Wartime Stocks Agency.
  • Advising and representing Neochim in a dispute with Bulgargaz, the sole public supplier of natural gas for the territory of Bulgaria, for the return of advance payment under the contract for sale of gas for the period April –June 2023 when Neochim claims to have experienced an industrial incident qualifying to a force majeure.
  • Advising Satellite in two interrelating disputes against a former employee of the company and his company named at its registration as Satellite Trading which has been using the logo of Satellite to steal the business of the client of trading in laminating folio with a South Korean company.

CMS

In addition to representing clients in arbitration and litigation proceedings, CMS’ dispute resolution practice also covers out of court settlements and mediation, with a particular focus on matters in the IP, energy, competition, IT and employment sectors. The teams’ recent matters include commercial and insurance disputes, public procurement litigation, public sector disputes and international arbitration. Assen Georgiev and Antonia Kehayova jointly lead the practice, with the former having practiced litigation and alternative dispute resolution across a broad range of sectors, and the latter being well versed in commercial and public procurement cases. Miroslav Mollov joined the team in January 2024 from an in-house position.

Praxisleiter:

Assen Georgiev; Antonia Kehayova


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Yana Antonova; Miroslav Mollov


Kernmandanten

ACF Renewable Energy Limited


EA Swiss Sarl


EKO Bulgaria EAD


Allianz Bulgaria Pension Insurance Company


Sofia Municipality


Bulgarian National Bank


ZAD Allianz Bulgaria


Philicon 97 AD


Cargill Bulgaria EOOD


Chapman Freeborn Airchartering Private Limited (CF SIN)


Cofco International Bulgaria EOOD


Best Fruits 17 EAD


Highlight-Mandate


  • Acting for European private equity growth expansion fund in an international arbitration before the Vienna International Arbitral Centre in relation to a post-M&A dispute with a value in dispute of EUR 9.5m.
  • Successfully representing EA Swiss, part of the group of Electronic Arts, in two complex civil litigation proceedings before the Supreme Court of Cassation.
  • Representing MET Suvorovo Wind Park EOOD in a dispute against the Ministry of Finance of the Republic of Bulgaria involving the country’s Feed-in Tariff with a final court ruling in favour of the client.

Dimitrov, Petrov & Co

Dimitrov, Petrov & Co's comprehensive dispute resolution expertise spans commercial arbitration, real estate and public procurement disputes, white-collar crime cases and energy disputes. The firm continues to be involved in several medical malpractice cases, where practice head Encho Simeonov has specialist experience representing both hospitals and individuals. Pencho Stanchev co-heads the team alongside Simeonov, and focuses his disputes practice on the energy field, while also handling disputes in banking and finance, real estate and construction. Alexander Georgiev is a key litigation and arbitration lawyer and is praised for his ‘sharp mind and exceptional efficiency’. Stefan Vandev joined the practice in August 2023 from an in-house position.

Praxisleiter:

Pencho Stanchev; Encho Simeonov


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Alexander Todorov; Donka Stoyanova; Alexander Georgiev; Stefan Vandev; Asen Stefanov


Referenzen

‘Pencho Stanchev stands out of the crowd as an excellent litigator with extensive expertise and a very pragmatic attitude. Totally recommended.’

‘What makes this practice stand out is its combination of deep legal expertise with a client-first approach that ensures personalised attention for every matter. Alexander Georgiev is a standout in DPC, known for his quick thinking, efficiency and ability to simplify complex matters. Compared to other firms, their attention to detail and commitment to achieving the best outcome for the client are unmatched. The firm also emphasises transparent billing and flexibility, which is rare in the industry.’

‘The individuals at Dimitrov, Petrov & Co. are exceptional for their deep legal knowledge, efficiency, strategic approach and commitment to client success. Alexander Georgiev, in particular, is remarkable. He is incredibly efficient and straight to the point, always focused on delivering practical solutions. These qualities distinguish him and the entire team from competitors, providing clients with the practical solutions they need.’

Kernmandanten

Regulus Global


European Agency for the Protection оf Performing, Production аnd Copyright


Inekon Group A.S.


Van Ameyde International


Claudio Nardi Architects


Pepco


Trayal Corporation AD


Shabla Municipality


Galikas G Sons GP


Evrotrust Technologies


Bulgaria Air


Union for Conservation of Nature – Bulgaria


Highlight-Mandate


  • Assisting Regulus Global with regard to its claim against Bularmas stemming from contractual disagreements and financial liabilities related to a weapons sales contract intended for deployment in the Ukraine conflict zone.
  • Representing the studio of the word-famous and leading architect Claudio Nardi in a dispute with a Bulgarian municipality with regard to a public procurement contract.
  • Representing Evrotust Bulgaria in several civil and criminal prosecution cases with respect to claims based on allegations for misuse of the client’s digital signatures service resulting in consumer credits granted to fraudulent applicants.

Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov & Velichkov

Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov & Velichkov in-depth dispute resolution experience spans commercial litigation, international arbitration representation, property disputes, administrative litigation and increasingly public procurement disputes, among others. Practice head Angel Ganev is praised for his ‘superb trial sills’ in which he has extensive experience representing clients before the highest Bulgarian courts and before arbitration tribunals. Supporting Ganev in the team is Gergana Monovska, who handles disputes in the finance and energy fields, as well as investment arbitrations. At associate level, Elena Ivanova and Elena Shopova strengthen the team in the arbitration field, while Dimitar Tabakov acts in disputes related to public procurement, infrastructure and PFI.

Praxisleiter:

Angel Ganev


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Gergana Monovska; Elena Ivanova; Elena Shopova; Dimitar Tabakov; Vlada Tsenova


Referenzen

‘Very well-structured practice, very effective associates. I may single out Vlada Tsenova, who is very determined to bring about the desired result. The practice is the best on the market!’

‘Angel Ganev is the partner we work with. He assimilates information better than anyone I have ever seen. His attention to detail throughout a case is unmatched. Angel has superb trial skills; he is an excellent advocate. Judges like and respect him. He has an instinct and knowledge, which makes his representation effective in achieving desired outcomes.’

Kernmandanten

Eurohold Bulgaria AD, Euroins Insurance Group (EIG)


Mechel Carbon AG (Switzerland)


Supreme Judicial Council


Mayoral Moda Infantil S.A.


Hungarian Real Estate Financing Zrt


Nasekomo EAD


Cupffee Ltd.


Cupffee Ltd.


Electrohold Sales EAD (former, CEZ Electro Bulgaria AD)


Turkish Airlines


Froneri Adriatic doo


Froneri Bulgaria


GE Healthcare Bulgaria EOOD


Mylan Ireland Limited


Pharmascience International Limited


Gold Farm 91 EOOD


Chariot Motors AD


Shanghai Sensheng Assets Management Centre (Limited Partnership)


Bulgarian Innovation Technologies Employers’ Association


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising and representing Eurohold, and its insurance business EIG in Romania on their EUR 500m investment dispute with the Government of Romania before the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID).
  • Representing Mechel Carbon AG before the Bulgarian courts in a registered-pledge collection matter against the National Electricity Company EAD.
  • Defended the Bulgarian Supreme Judicial Council in a public procurement dispute related to the creation of an optimisation model of the judicial map of Bulgarian courts and prosecutor’s offices as well as the development of a unified information system of the courts financed under Operational Programme “Good Governance” 2014-2020.

Georgiev, Todorov & Co

With extensive expertise in the public procurement, infrastructure and energy sectors, Georgiev, Todorov & Co is considered a popular address for representation in civil, commercial and administrative proceedings and arbitrations in these areas. The ‘outstanding team of professionals’ advises many Bulgarian industry clients in the fields of energy, chemicals, construction and healthcare as well as government departments. Ivan Todorov has extensive experience in administrative procedures across a diverse range of sectors. Arno Mamasyan has broad expertise covering representation in insolvency litigation, energy matters and public sector disputes. Tsvetelina Dimitrova strengthens the team in the area of investment arbitration.

Praxisleiter:

Ivan Todorov; Arno Mamasyan


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Alexander Pachamanov; Miglena Peneva; Nikolay Lazarov; Tsvetelina Dimitrova


Referenzen

‘Georgiev, Todorov & Co. has the strongest practice in dispute resolution we know and we are extremely satisfied with our cooperation. The firm has an outstanding team of professionals with strategic thinking and excellent knowledge and experience, which set them apart from the competitors. It has also very high success rate!’

‘Nikolay Lazarov, who is the managing partner, stands out as excellent litigator with sharp thinking and big knowledge. He is a real game-changer! Arno Mamasyan is also one of the top litigators of Georgiev, Todorov & Co. He has enormous experience and has the capacity to lead any case to a success.’

‘Ivan Todorov stands out with his exceptional expertise, profound knowledge and brilliant strategic thinking.’

Kernmandanten

Albena AD


G.P.Group


Agricultural State Fund


Dundee Precious Metals Chelopech


European Trade of Energy


Pro Trade Finance Consult


Bulgaria Expo 2020


Via Construct Group


Eco Partners Bulgaria AD


Thermal Heating Plant Ruse AD


Union of the producers of Green Energy


Acibadem City Clinic Group


Grand Energy Distribution


Heat Energy


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advising Thermal Power Plant Ruse in a dispute filed by Mechel Carbon A.G. for enforcement of obligations under a special pledge agreement with claims of EUR 15m.
  • Represents Eco Partners in 2 court proceedings against the Minister of Environment and Water: for disputing a decision to withdraw the permit to carry out waste recovery activities and against the Minister with regards to а product fee charged at the amount of EUR 25m.
  • Represents Agriculture State Fund in over 124 cases with a total material interest exceeding 113. 5m BGN.

Kambourov & Partners

Under the leadership of Emil Emanuilov, Kambourov & Partners’s dispute resolution team acts in a diverse array of litigation and arbitration proceedings before Bulgarian and international courts, namely ICSID, the Sports Arbitration Court as well as the highest courts in Sofia. The team has expertise across many sectors, including banking and finance, telecoms, energy, sports and construction, and are well-versed at commercial litigation, IP and unfair competition disputes, as well as arbitrations in this regard. Further key names in the department are Hristina Kirilova, who is described as ‘incredibly insightful, especially when it comes to banking and finance disputes’ and Ivaylo Nikolov, who has experience in arbitration proceedings and the ensuing award enforcement process.

Praxisleiter:

Emil Emanuilov


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Hristina Kirilova; Ivaylo Nikolov; Yavor Kambourov


Referenzen

‘Kambourov & Partners stands out for its diverse team of highly experienced attorneys who specialise in various areas of law, offering clients a comprehensive and collaborative approach to legal challenges. Their commitment to diversity and inclusion enriches their team’s perspective, fostering creative and effective problem-solving. Compared to other firms, their emphasis on personalised client service and cross-disciplinary collaboration sets them apart, ensuring tailored solutions for each client’s unique needs.’

‘At Kambourov & Partners, the individuals stand out for their deep expertise, proactive approach, and unwavering commitment to clients. Partners are renowned for their strategic thinking and ability to navigate complex legal issues, while associates are valued for their meticulous attention to detail and innovative problem-solving skills. Their collaborative spirit and adaptability ensure that clients receive not just legal advice, but a true partnership in addressing their legal needs.’

‘Emil’s most remarkable qualities is his dedication to client success. He doesn’t just focus on delivering the best possible result for each project; he ensures that the solutions provided align perfectly with the broader business objectives of his clients. His willingness to go the extra mile and his personal investment in the success of every endeavour set him apart from the competition. I would surely use his services in the future!’

Kernmandanten

Euroins Romania


Bulgarian Football Union


United Towers Bulgaria


Evroinjenering


ČEZ


Investbank Bulgaria


Estera 2018


Vivacom


Kalli Trade


BH Air


SRT


Bonoil


On Energy


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represents Euroins Romania in international arbitration proceedings.
  • Represents TAWAL and its new Bulgarian subsidiary United Towers Bulgaria in administrative proceedings initiated upon appeals against a Decision of the Bulgarian Commission on Protection of Competition.
  • Represents the Bulgarian Football Union before the FIFA Dispute Resolution Chamber against the ex-head coach of the Bulgarian national football team and his two assistant coaches.

Andrey Delchev and Partners - Eurolex Bulgaria

The team at Andrey Delchev and Partners - Eurolex Bulgaria have extensive experience handling all stages of the dispute resolution process, from the initial preparatory stages of drafting claims and written pleadings to representation in court and handling the appeals. The firm is particularly well versed in public tender appeals, breach of contract cases, energy and water and waste treatment disputes, while continuing their representation of Lukoil Bulgaria in various high-profile competition litigations. Leading the team are Andrey Delchev, who is an expert in the oil and gas and concessions fields, next to Magdalena Valova, who is well versed in the concessions, infrastructure and energy fields.

Praxisleiter:

Andrey Delchev; Magdalena Valova


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Severina Lyubenova; Dimitar Delchev; Nedko Radev


Referenzen

‘The law firm stands out for its expertise, collaboration and proactiveness. They have specialists across various legal areas, ensuring all of our needs are covered. Overall, their personalised approach and ability to scale quickly sets them apart from more traditional firms we’ve worked with.’

‘Our work is predominantly with attorney Magdalena Valova. Her deep expertise and attention to detail ensure that every aspect of our legal needs is thoroughly addressed. She is always proactive, anticipating challenges before they arise, and their responsiveness is unmatched. Magdalena provides a level of personal attention and strategic insight that’s rare to find.’

Kernmandanten

ESRI Bulgaria


Radioplay media (Fresh Media Group)


Ministry of Justice


Metropoliten EAD


Trace Group Hold S.A


Nova City Residents Ltd.


‘Noventiq’ EOOD


“Asarel Medet” JC


Lukoil Group


BEOBANK – Janson Law firm, Belgium


Highlight-Mandate


  • Advises the Lukoil Group in Bulgaria in two set of high-profile national proceedings regarding alleged abuses of dominant position on the market in the form of refusal to grant access to essential infrastructure and margin squeeze.
  • Advised the Ministry of Justice on the implementation of a mechanism for the execution of judgments on claims brought against Bulgaria before the European Court of Human rights, proposing a concept for avoiding future litigation and for improvement of Bulgaria’s defence before the ECHR.
  • Advised ESRI Bulgaria Ltd. in a dispute related to the refusal of the Ministry of Agriculture to approve and pay for the implementation of an IT project for digitalisation of the governance of the sector.

Atanassov & Ivanov Law Firm

With extensive expertise in the corporate and commercial, regulatory, tax and employment practice areas, Atanassov & Ivanov Law Firm is ‘highly recommended’ for representation in litigation proceedings and the ensuing enforcement of court decisions, IP disputes and insolvency claims. Iliyan Ivanov, whose recent experience includes representation in competition cases, and Stoyan Atanassov, who has expertise in IP disputes, jointly lead the team and are praised for their ‘mastery in developing a litigation strategy’.

Praxisleiter:

Iliyan Ivanov; Stoyan Atanassov


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Maria Dimitrova; Mihaela Staynova; Nelly Zhikova; Penka Blagova


Referenzen

‘We can confidently recommend Atanassov & Ivanov Law Firm for its highly skilled dispute resolution legal team. Their expertise spans a wide range of different and a variety of complex dispute resolution matters. The team’s deep understanding of procedural nuances and legal formalities has proven critical in achieving successful outcomes. Their communication is outstanding—timely, clear, and effective.’

‘Stoyan Atanassov and Iliyan Ivanov employ a proactive strategy, anticipating challenges and crafting well-reasoned solutions before issues escalate. This has been key to our confidence in their services. Both partners approach each case with precision and foresight. For anyone seeking a responsive, diligent and highly experienced team in the field of dispute resolution, I strongly recommend Atanassov & Ivanov Law Firm for their legal expertise and client-focused approach.’

‘Atanassov & Ivanov Law Firm possess deep expertise in the procedural aspects and formalities of court proceedings, which has been instrumental in achieving favourable outcomes. The team stands out for their meticulous attention to detail, combined with sharp analytical thinking. It all fits perfectly to their deep expertise and technical excellence. In addition, the team always succeeds in maintaining clear, timely and open lines of communication, thus keeping the client informed at every step.’

Kernmandanten

Unicredit Bulbank


Unicredit Leasing


Orno AD


Colour Mark


Elton Corporation


Asset Management Company


Flipp Crashpads


Angel Angelov


Highlight-Mandate


  • Successfully advised Toyota Balkans in securing a final court decision on the dispute with a group of companies belonging to a former Toyota retailer which filed several complaints against our client before the Bulgarian Protection of Competition Commission.
  • Advised UniCredit Bulbank in a number of complex insolvency, asset repatriation and debt recovery procedures for a Bulgarian bank and its leasing subsidiary.
  • Advised Angel Angelov in a first instance court decision in favour of this client, who was disciplinary dismissed by his former multinational employer in a very controversial and discriminatory disciplinary procedure.

Dinova Rusev & Partners

Dinova Rusev & Partners stands out for its expertise in energy disputes, frequently acting for both national energy producers and investors in the energy sector, in administrative and civil cases. The team is furthermore experienced in the areas of real estate litigation, employment cases, complex anti-competition cases before the commission for protection of competition and public procurement disputes, among others. Iliya Grozdanov, handles energy and environmental litigation, and Georgi Vladov, who primarily handles disputes in the real estate and construction sectors, jointly lead the team. Tax litigator Konstantin Stambolov retired from the team in April 2024.

Praxisleiter:

Iliya Grozdanov; Georgi Vladov


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Radoslav Zahariev; Georgi Zagorski


Kernmandanten

Crown-95 OOD


Streamflow EAD


AP Retail I EOOD (a Hyprop Group company)


Kaliakra Wind Power (KWP)


Terna S.A.


Terna Energy


3M Bulgaria EOOD


Egleka Group


Bulgarian Development Fund


Major international investor in the energy field


ACM EOOD


Stamovi 2016 OOD


Natural Brande


Dimitar Berbatov team


Sofia Hotel Balkan


Victoria Bank, Moldova


Everty Bulgaria


Svartehavet


MG Consult


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represents Kaliakra Wind Power in high-value cases against a State-owned energy company for payment of balancing charges on renewable energy.
  • Representing a trader of vape products in Bulgaria in three administrative and court proceedings regarding unfair competition cases.
  • Represents Dimitar Berbatov in 8 different court cases related to his candidacy for President of the Bulgarian Football Union.

Jordanov, Ignatov, Ivanov Law Firm

Governmental bodies, corporations and private individuals belong to the diverse client roster that Jordanov, Ignatov, Ivanov Law Firm advises in disputes and arbitration related to insolvency, class actions, tax, labour and anti-discrimination, with a particular focus on the commercial and construction sectors. The practice is jointly led by Dimitar Ivanov, who has litigation experience across the energy, tax, competition and construction sectors, and managing partner Ivan Jordanov. Svilen Babachev further strengthens the team in the litigation field.

Praxisleiter:

Dimitar Ivanov; Ivan Jordanov


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Svilen Babachev


Referenzen

‘Svilen Babachev is really competent and partner-oriented.’

‘The dispute resolution practice at Jordanov, Ignatov, and Ivanov stands out for its deep understanding of legal frameworks and complex operational issues. This expertise allows them to provide strategic advice that aligns with our objectives. Their strengths include efficiently handling intricate disputes, particularly in public policy and regulation. Overall, their focus on the unique needs of their clients truly sets them apart from other firms.’

‘The entire dispute resolution team at Jordanov, Ignatov, and Ivanov stands out for their exceptional expertise and collaborative spirit. Dimitar Ivanov, in particular, has been invaluable with his strategic insight and ability to navigate complex legal challenges. What sets the team apart from competitors is their commitment to understanding the specific needs of their clients and providing tailored solutions. Their dedication to achieving the best outcomes truly distinguishes them in the field.’

Kernmandanten

Core Construction


Ministry of Energy


Coca Cola


Bulgarian Energy Holding


National Palace of Culture


Fais Group


Polaris 8


Esha Bulgaria


Pleven Retail Centre


Bulgarian Property Developments (part of Tavistock Group)


Lindner Holding Bulgaria


Karnobatev


Varna Logistics


Consumers Legal Aid Association


Active Mind


Thrax Invest EOOD


Arpino EOOD


Ivisia OOD


Mundus Services AD


Behr-Hella Thermocontrol EOOD


Iztok Parkside


Leader 96


Transenergo COM SA


Genesis Laboratories


Spartak Texim OOD


Castello


Highlight-Mandate


  • Successfully represented the Bulgarian Ministry of Energy, in a protracted legal dispute over penalties for breaching a concession agreement.
  • Representing the Bulgarian state and the Ministry of Energy involved state liability for damages resulting from a discontinued mining operation.
  • Advised Mundus Services regarding a judgement given by the Bulgarian Supreme Administrative Court related to unfair competition practices.

Kinkin & Partners

The team of ‘pure professionals’ at Kinkin & Partners regularly advise on commercial, civil and administrative litigation, where they represent clients before the Supreme Administrative Court and Sofia City Court. Furthermore, the disputes team led by Vladimir Kinkin has experience in bankruptcy proceedings, IP and trade mark infringement litigation, and is strengthened in the energy and natural resources, real estate and construction fields through the experience of Adriana Nacheva.

Praxisleiter:

Vladimir Kinkin


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Adriana Nacheva; Nikolay Radev; Silviya Spasova; Pipi Popova; Domna Mancheva


Referenzen

‘Pure professionals! That’s just to start with, and its always the same level of confidence – highest possible their potential clients will get as impression at first interview when appointing Kinkin & Partners for any legal issue.’

‘Extremely good presentation of the team for the specific case, we were informed in detail about every step of the process.’

‘Our work specifically with Nikolay Radev and Vladimir Kinkin is extremely professional, they are well acquainted with similar cases, their experience and knowledge of the subject is the reason for our trust in them.’

Kernmandanten

Euro Games Technology Ltd.


ECOGRUPPO ITALIA – BRANCH BULGARIA


Tombou-Bulgaria Ltd.


Seagull-2014 Ltd.


VEZ Svoge Ltd.


Mile Engineering Ltd


Viva Metal Ltd.


SDS Pro Ltd.


Highlight-Mandate


  • Representing Mile Engineering in EU law violation proceedings against the National Assembly, Supreme Administrative Court, and Council of Ministers.
  • Representing Seagull-2014 Ltd. in promissory note authenticity disputes.
  • Representing Euro Games Technology Ltd. in court proceedings against a forwarder for payment of compensation for damaged cargo (containers) on the port of Thessaloniki.

Penkov, Markov & Partners

Penkov, Markov & Partners’s broad litigation and arbitration practice covers work across the energy, banking and finance, employment, IP, tax and commercial sectors, while being particularly well known for their expertise in real estate and construction disputes and arbitrations, namely zoning, damages and administrative matters. Practice head Atanas Valov handles contentious matters across many sectors and has recently acted in many energy related matters. Pavel Tsanov, who was made partner in June 2024 is highly recommended.

Praxisleiter:

Atanas Valov


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Pavel Tsanov; Koycho Marinov; Boris Strijlev; Anelia Licheva; Vyara Tomova


Referenzen

‘Penkov Markov & Partners’ are great. Their team is very experienced and shows confidence in the court halls. A real example that synergy between old and experienced and young lawyers is possible.’

‘What makes PM&P law firm to be our preferred partner, is their team’s exceptionally broad range of competencies. They are outstanding professionals in all areas in which we have used their services, including finance and banking, providing legal services of the highest quality, efficiently, and with full transparency regarding the decision-making process. They are always ready to discuss multiple possible solutions and different approaches, objectively evaluating their positive and negative aspects. As a result, we, as clients, always have complete confidence that the decisions made by us align most closely with our objectives. This gives us exceptional security and confidence in all instances when they serve as our legal advisors.’

‘Pavel Tsanov is an extraordinary attorney. His skills are grounded in deep knowledge, but he is also a strategic thinker who can take a complicated matter and craft a thoughtful strategy to address it.’

Kernmandanten

PSS Stroitelstvo AD


Crane Norway West AS


Berlin-Chemie AG


Ferratum Bulgaria EOOD (part of Multitude Finland)


Dana Kft


Ivan Tsanev and Mariya Tsaneva


Private School American College of Sofia


Niko-99 Jordanka Todorova EOOD


Dova Management Limited


Energy MT EOOD


Marvik Pastrogor EOOD


Kaufland Bulgaria EOOD & Co KD


Enprom EOOD


TNT Bulgaria EOOD (Fedex)


Sella Commerce EOOD


MBAL Skin Systems EOOD


DNV GL SE (former Germanischer Lloyd SE)


Allianz Bank Bulgaria AD


Coca Cola Hellenic Bottling Company Bulgaria EAD


Global Biomet EOOD


Autotechnika EOOD (official dealer of KIA for Bulgaria)


NETCREDIT OOD


BA Glass Bulgaria SA


Glorient Investment BG OOD


Arteks Engineering AD


Kamsar Ink OOD


Zagorka AD (part of Heineken group)


Build-ex EOOD


AgriVia Oil EOOD


Highlight-Mandate


  • Represented Energy MT EOOD, appealing the Commission for Energy and Water Regulation’s REMIT decision, which as a result, was found unlawful by and was repelled by Administrative Court – Sofia City and the Supreme Administrative court.
  • Representing PSS STROITELSTVO AD both as claimant and defendant before the Arbitration Court at the Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry in several interconnected arbitral cases against the owner of a hotel in the heart of Sofia with total value of the claims of over BGN 3.2m.
  • Representing the Hungarian investor Dana Kft on a EUR 1m dispute with Bulgarian state for damages on the RES investments of the client in Bulgaria, based on the Energy Charter Treaty.

Tomov & Tomov

The boutique Tomov & Tomov has extensive expertise in international arbitration, particularly investment treaty arbitration and commercial arbitration under the rules of an array of institutions, namely ICSID, ICC and UNCITRAL, with recent matters concerning the energy and real estate sectors. Leading the practice is Lazar Tomov, who is praised for his ‘pure legal excellence’ and continues to represent the state in complex and high-value matters. Sylvia Steeva is also highly experienced in this field.

Praxisleiter:

Lazar Tomov


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Sylvia Steeva; Yoana Yovnova


Referenzen

‘Tomov & Tomov’s practice is entirely focused on international and domestic arbitration and litigation, and this makes it unique for Bulgaria. The team includes lawyers who are knowledgeable and diligent. Due to their expertise, they are capable of dealing with complex legal and factual matters in an organised and efficient way. We had excellent cooperation with them because they have fast response times and provide clear and concise advice.’

‘I have worked mostly with Lazar Tomov and Sylvia Steeva. Tomov’s advocacy skills were put to the test in many cases, and they always met the highest professional standards. He impresses with his legal knowledge in public international law and international investment arbitration, and with a clear strategic judgment. His work is pure legal excellence. Steeva is an excellent and reliable lawyer. She is knowledgeable, and patient with the details. Her contribution for the successful outcome of the cases is significant and undisputed.’

‘Tomov & Tomov has unique expertise in domestic and international arbitration and litigation. Its team comprises bright and knowledgeable lawyers who work with dedication and precision to win the cases of their clients. They are well organised and deal with complex legal and factual matters very efficiently.’

Kernmandanten

The Republic of Bulgaria through its Ministry of Finance


White & Case LLP


Arnold & Porter LLP


Highlight-Mandate


  • Representing the Republic of Bulgaria in three international investment arbitrations before ICSID, two in the energy sector, one in real estate.

Wolf Theiss

Wolf Theiss is engaged by clients in commercial and civil litigation proceedings, arbitrations, employment and tax disputes, and demonstrates particular strength in corporate related litigation matters, including on shareholder disputes, insolvency proceedings and corporate investigations. Radoslav Mikov focuses on the energy sector and leads the practice alongside Anna Rizova, who excels in commercial, competition and employment disputes. Oleg Temnikov is a key member of this team and handles a broad range of mandates across litigation and arbitration.

Praxisleiter:

Radoslav Mikov; Anna Rizova


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Oleg Temnikov; Katerina Novakova; Teodor Toshev; Talliya Romanova


Referenzen

‘The dispute resolution team of Wolf Theiss’ Sofia office is among the reputable and well established practices on the market. The team has an outstanding reputation in complex and cross-border disputes, with a particular focus on the energy sector, infrastructure and concessions, insurance-related litigations and commercial disputes and arbitrations. They have acted, mostly for international clients, on some of the major energy disputes and insolvency proceedings in Bulgaria.’

‘Oleg Temnikov has more than 13 years experience in representing clients in complex commercial, administrative and white-collar matters and investigations. He is reputed on the market also for his experience in international and domestic arbitration. He is known on the market for his experience and knowledge in cross-border aspects, European law and the energy sector, as well as for his integrity and professionalism. Radoslav Mikov is also among the notable litigators in their team, specialised in energy disputes, both before administrative courts and commercial disputes. Among the younger team-members, names to note are Teodor Toshev and Talliya Romanova.’

Kernmandanten

Toi Toi DIXI Group


Advanced Nutrients


Austrade


MET Black Sea Wind Parks


Energeo


Elpedison


General Directorate for National Roads and Highways (GDDKiA)


Scientific Games


VESTO


White River Development


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  • Successfully advising and representing Energeo – a Bulgarian energy trader in commercial disputes with administrators of an insolvent counterparty.
  • Advising and representing TOI TOI DIXI and its local subsidiary in several parallel corporate, commercial and criminal litigations involving its former local shareholder.
  • Representing Scientific Games in a major and highly complex insolvency procedure against a client.

CasePro

CasePro is recognised by clients for their ‘legal expertise tackling a very broad range of cases’, recently having advised on a series of real estate disputes, labour and employment litigation, contractual disputes and in arbitration proceedings and the ensuing awards enforcement. Damyana Lazarova, who is experienced in all forms of dispute resolution, including arbitration and mediation, and Spartak Yovchev, who specialises in real estate law, jointly lead the team.

Praxisleiter:

Damyana Lazarova; Spartak Yovchev


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Stoyan Dimovski; Dobromir Angelov; Silvia Stoyanova


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‘In no other law firm have I encountered such well-prepared (and armed with knowledge, skills and desire) young people. All CasePro experts are extremely pleasant to work with. I would like to personally express our gratitude to Spartak Yovchev, Damyana Lazarova and Boyan Lazarov.’

‘I have had the pleasure of collaborating with the legal professionals at CasePro for several years and my experience has always been very positive. The lawyers that I have been lucky to work with have all proven their legal expertise tackling a very broad range of cases. In doing so they have been an example for professionalism having a proactive and responsive approach on all issues as well as displaying a deep legal knowledge combined with a strong grasp of complex business dynamics.’

‘I primarily work with Spartak Yovchev and Dobromir Angelov. Spartak is an experienced litigator with a rare combination of in-depth expertise across litigation, corporate and commercial matters. Dobromir, a senior lawyer, is consistently able to tackle very complex contractual, compliance and tax matters. His client-focused, approachable nature is matched by his dedication and precision in every case.’

Kernmandanten

Lufthansa Technik Sofia


Paysafe Bulgaria EOOD


GrEco Bulgaria


Melexis Bulgaria


SumUp Ltd.


Fourth Bulgaria


Bulgarian Burger


ISGBG EOOD


Milestone Systems Bulgaria


Network Management Innovations (Effortel)


Bio Horizont


SumUp Ltd. German Branch


SumUp Payments Ltd.


CRM Holding and Trade


SumUp Services GmBh


Foris Europe EOOD (Crypto.com)


Property Club


SumUp Payment Ltd.


Nikolay Tumbev


Yulian Zlatev


Simpligrity Ltd.


OTP Leasing EOOD


Allianz Global Corporate & Specialty SE


Plamen Ivanov Genchev


Simeon Stanchev


Vabo Systems LLC


AVB 2012 LLC


FINRAX Ltd.


ARTTRADING LLC


Tiller Systems SAS


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  • Advising OTP Leasing in a commercial dispute with a leading commercial finance software supplier.
  • Advising Lufthansa Technik Sofia OOD in a complex high stake legal dispute with the National Revenue Agency.
  • Assisted in a lawsuit initiated by a French leasing company against Tiller Systems SAS before the Commercial Court of Paris.

Gugushev & Partners Law Office

Gugushev & Partners Law Office's ‘dedicated and accurate team’ covers disputes in insurance, defamation, IP and trade marks, employment and construction, and have extensive experience acting before Bulgarian courts, including the court of appeal and supreme court of cassation, on behalf of private and public clients. Practice head Dafinka Stoycheva is well versed in litigation, arbitration and mediation for a diverse array of national and international clients.

Praxisleiter:

Dafinka Stoycheva


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Ivan Tsvetkov; Desislava Kostova; Elena Kaneva


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‘Expertise and professionalism.’

‘Professionals personally involved in each case, are dedicated and accurate.’

‘The lawyers from Gugushev & Partners Law office guided me and my company through every step of the ongoing dispute case. What sets them apart from other lawyers I have worked with are two things. First, they have great capability and knowledge in dispute proceedings in Bulgaria, which is why the latest judgment was in our favour. Second, they were very informative and always updated me on exactly what was happening with the case.’

Kernmandanten

Stomana Industry S.A.


Animex


Banker BG Ltd.


Monika Ivanova and Alex Tahir


Ministry of energy


Agro Santino Ltd.


Nikola Tsenkov


Techceramic M JSC


Mladen Dzalazov


Sofien Riahi


Luben Kydrinov


Eushipments


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  • Representing the Ministry of Energy in a court case in which a company claims compensation in the amount of BGN 8 076 895 for damages it suffered due to the illegal suspension of a concession contract.
  • Represented Stomana Industry in negotiations with six insurance companies in connection with a EUR 1m dispute over the payment of an insurance indemnity.
  • Representing Monika Ivanova and Alex Tahir, who suffered severe physical injuries during the process of childbirth at the reputable Aсibadem City Clinic Tokuda Hospital in Bulgaria.

Kinstellar

Kinstellar‘s dispute resolution team is praised for their ‘commercial awareness that is second to none’ and ‘delivering practical solutions’. The team often advises on multi-jurisdictional matters in collaboration with their offices across the CEE region, with recent matters spanning across the employment, tax, IP, energy, insurance and real estate sectors. Jointly leading the team are Antonia Mavrova, whose expertise lies in the real estate sector, and Mladen Minev, who represents clients in commercial, administrative and civil proceedings frequently in the energy and real estate sectors. Boryana Boteva joined the team in January 2024 from Sabev & Partners Law Firm, and strengthens the team in the areas of arbitration and commercial litigation.

Praxisleiter:

Antonia Mavrova; Mladen Minev


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Boryana Boteva; Atanas Mihaylov; Georgi Kanev


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‘Kinstellar has been our go-to partner in Bulgaria. Kinstellar has been prompt, easy to deal and extremely helpful in helping us out.’

‘Counsel made very good proposals how to approach our cases.’

‘Very open-minded and fast in replying.’

Kernmandanten

Norton Rose Fulbright


ADM Logistics


KASTA CCHS LTD


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  • Successful court representation of ADM in a dispute with the Bulgarian tax authorities over unpaid VAT by a supplier.
  • Successful court representation of a large IT company in an employment disputes related to the lawfulness of reduction of working time.
  • Representing an insurance company in a dispute related to exercising a call option on a corporate bond and recovery of all amounts invested in the bond.

Murgova & Partners Attorneys at Law

Praised for their ‘extensive litigation experience’ Murgova & Partners Attorneys at Law routinely advises on all aspects of administrative and civil litigation proceedings, from the initial legal analysis, to court representation and the ensuing appeals. The team acts for clients in many sectors including construction, transport and logistics, as well as often representing private individuals. Managing partner Petya Murgova leads the team and is decried as ‘a superb advocate’, alongside Alexander Moskov, who has extensive experience appearing before local and EU courts. The team was strengthened in June 2024, when Yordanka Chakarova joined from Georgiev & Kolev Law Offices.

Praxisleiter:

Petya Murgova; Alexander Moskov


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Simeon Krastev; Alexander Stoimenov; Yordanka Chakarova; Angel Panorov; Silvana Dzharkova-Aleksandrova


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‘Murgova & Partners possess extensive litigation experience in addition to theoretical and practical understanding of EU and Bulgarian law. Murgova and partner’s team and continue to amaze us with their innovative and non-traditional approach to every situation. Our company is more than satisfied with the results of the legal cases and administrative procedures that the members of Murgova and partners have completed.’

‘Murgova is an accomplished litigator with a wealth of expertise in both courtroom litigation and negotiation. She is a superb advocate and is always ready to handle challenging legal matters. Our years working with the team have also outlined the partners – Simeon Krastev and Alexander Moskov, as well as Alexander Stoimenov. They are practitioners who have impressive litigation experience and are very well-prepared.’

‘Mugova and Partners is distinguished by the ability to solve every legal case in a timely and qualitative manner. The team consists of experienced lawyers with many years of practice.’

Kernmandanten

Active Sofia


Palms Mercure Casino


Unique Estates


ET Gena Gospodinova


Simonas cards


Property Assets


Piker


SOD 2004


IMAG Engineering


Soccerstars


Krito Commerce


Eurospeed


Digital Marketing


Chateau Louise et Louis


Go Grill


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  • Advised and represented BDJ Cargo Freight in two cases related to damages from derailed trains which are in the amount upwards of EUR 4m.
  • Advised and represented IMAG Engineering in a couple of litigation cases related to claims of payment under construction agreements.
  • Advised Plamen Hristov, founder and shareholder of the Company Sirius PB Ltd. with 50 % of shares of the capital, in court cases related to the compensations for using the company’s properties and motor vehicles.

Popov, Arnaudov & Partners

The team at Popov, Arnaudov & Partners ‘have high level experience representing clients before the courts in Bulgaria’ and they are particularly adept in administrative proceedings relating to bank loan collections, non-payments and debt collection litigation on construction and public procurement projects. The team, jointly led by Desislava Tsvetkova, Eleonora Sergieva and Sibina Eftenova, is also experienced in insolvency cases and insurance matters.

Praxisleiter:

Desislava Tsvetkova; Eleonora Sergieva; Sibina Eftenova


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‘Litigators in Popov, Arnaudov & Partners have high level experience in representing clients before the courts in Bulgaria. I am impressed with litigation work quality in specific insurance cases.’

‘Friendly, supportive and very operative.’

‘In depth knowledge and expertise in the business sector the company operates in, excellent process management with a proactive approach for process optimisation, support in mediation, excellent communication and facilitation of the company team with document preparation.’

Kernmandanten

Water Supply and Sewerage EAD, Burgas


Single Step EOOD


Prezenta Group EOOD


Simov i Sie ЕООD


TSK Aktiv EOOD, K 2 Stroi Invest EOOD


Gorubso Kardzhali AD


Gorubso Kardzhali AD


Unicredit Bulbank


RIDE SHARE BULGARIA EAD


Emile Peels Holding B.V.


A1 Bulgaria EAD


Veolia Energy Varna EAD


Bulgarian Export Insurance Agency /BAEZ/ EAD


InterEurope AG European Law Service


DallBogg: Life and Health Insurance Company


Insurance company Armeec


Aviolabs Ltd.


Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Bulgaria


Transpofix Equestrian Technology


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Schoenherr

Schoenherr covers a broad range of litigation matters, including advice during commercial, insolvency, competition, public procurement, IP and trade marks and employment disputes, and provides assistance on debt collection mandates. Practice head Dimitar Vlaevsky is experienced in both litigation and arbitration proceedings related to insolvency and restructuring, alongside co-practice head Ventsislav Tomov, whose recent work has included patent and trade mark disputes. Hristo Hadzhiiliev joined the team in January 2024 from Dimitrov, Petrov & Co.

Praxisleiter:

Dimitar Vlaevsky; Ventsislav Tomov


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Elena Todorova; Dimitar Kairakov; Marin Demirev


Kernmandanten

SpaceX


SAP Bulgaria


Alstom


Viva Telecom Bulgaria


TUI Deutschland


TUI Österreich


VA Intertrading Aktiengesellschaft


Republic of Moldova


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  • Advised SAP Bulgaria in several debt collection court proceedings stemming from their contractual relationships with third parties.
  • Advised Alstom in an open public procurement tender procedure, announced by the Bulgarian Railway Company (BDZ), for the multimillion maintenance of railcars for public needs.
  • Advised SpaceX on the role out of its Starlink satellite internet constellation services to CEE and SEE.

Stankov, Todorov, Hinkov & Spasov

The ‘excellent team of professionals’ at Stankov, Todorov, Hinkov & Spasov have extensive experience advising public entities, namely state departments and local municipalities, in a broad array of administrative disputes across the agriculture, pharma, energy and construction sectors. Mihail Stankov and Hristo Hinkov are joint practice heads, with the former being well versed in bankruptcy and insolvency proceedings, and the latter focusing M&A, restructuring and project finance mandates and the related contentious matters. The team grew in April 2024, when Petya Stankova-Ilieva joined from Georgiev, Todorov & Co.

Praxisleiter:

Mihail Stankov; Hristo Hinkov


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Simeon Hinkov; Petya Stankova-Ilieva; Aleksandrina Terziyska


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‘This practice stands out due to its depth of experience, and a tailored approach to client needs such as its specialised focus in corporate law and labour law. What truly differentiates it is the firm’s emphasis on the team’s ability to handle complex cases with precision and deliver high-quality, strategic legal counsel ensures clients receive not only legal advice but also comprehensive business solutions.’

‘I’ve particularly valued their attention to detail. Their proactive communication and ability to anticipate client needs have been critical in building trust and ensuring positive outcomes. Specifically, I’ve been impressed by Simeon Hinkov.’

‘What makes the practice of Stankov, Todorov, Hinkov and Spasov unique is the ability to provide expert assistance in any area of law. Thus, there is no matter that I would not trust the team with and be confident that they will handle it to the best way possible.’

Kernmandanten

Oxford Integrated Logistics Jsc.


State Agriculture Fund


Kintex Jsc.


State Consolidation Company Jsc.


Municipal Bank Jsc.


Transpress Ltd.


Inter Cars Bulgaria Ltd.


Ford Moto Pfohe Ltd.


Menuu Software Ltd.


Besta Med Ltd.


Municipality of Montana


Realfin Bulgaria Ltd.


Fish Invest Ltd.


Devin Jsc.


Tsaki Ltd.


Tyrbul Jsc.


TVB Ltd.


Baudeck LLC


Bulgarian Small and Medium Enterprises Promotion Agency


The Slovenian Embassy in Sofia


Bulgarian Biathlon Federation


Peltina Ltd.


Bolero VIP Ltd.


Mont Solar Jsc.


Paralax Life Sciences Jsc.


Marsfeld Railways Logistics Jsc.


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  • Advised State Fund Agriculture in numerous court proceedings against unlawful transfers of ownership of debtors`real estate.
  • Advised Besta Med Ltd. in court proceedings against the National Council on Prices and Reimbursement of Medicinal Products in relation to unlawful price formation of parallel imported medicinal products.
  • Advised Baudeck LLC. in its EUR 450k dispute over a contract for construction with a contractor.

Eversheds Sutherland

Eversheds Sutherland continues to advise a range of leading Bulgarian and international clients across various sectors, such as Société Générale and AstraZeneca Bulgaria, on a range of contentious matters including commercial, medicinal pricing, employment, insolvency, customs and enforcement disputes. Practice head Victoria Tzonkova has broad experience representing clients before Bulgarian courts, as well as handling alternative dispute resolution proceedings and arbitrations.

Praxisleiter:

Victoria Tzonkova


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Philip Kiossev; Eleonora Mateina


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‘The law firm has been following us for several years on a very complex case. They studied the case very carefully, went into detail and understood the peculiarities of our business.’

Kernmandanten

Société Générale


AstraZeneca Bulgaria


Faro S.p.A.


Viterra Romania


Bio Benjamin


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  • Advising Société Générale, Paris as a major creditor in quite complex and lengthy insolvency proceedings concerning Corporate Commercial Bank (‘CCB’), which had its license revoked in 2014, and was subsequently declared insolvent in 2015.
  • Representing the Italian jewellery manufacturer Faro S.p.A. in a large-scale trial against the Bulgaria’s Customs Office for nearly EUR 600k.
  • Representing a Bulgarian airline carrier in a commercial dispute related to airport fees against the biggest airport in Bulgaria.

Bouzeva & Partners Law Firm

Hailed as ‘a brilliant team that handles high-pressure situations with ease’ Bouzeva & Partners Law Firm remains a popular choice for Bulgarian and international companies in complex disputes across the public procurement, concessions, energy, competition and construction fields. Gergana Dimitrova, who is experienced in energy and insurance disputes, and Angel Angelov, who is recognised for his expertise in the oil, gas and power generation sectors, jointly lead the practice.

Praxisleiter:

Gergana Dimitrova; Angel Angelov


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Mariana Georgieva; Slavomir Buyukliev; Tania Bouzeva


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‘A brilliant team that handles high-pressure situations with ease. They can deal even with the largest workload of cases on time and with the highest standard of quality. You can’t go wrong with choosing the Bouzeva team for any kind of dispute.’

‘The head of the dispute resolution team Gergana Dimitrova is an exceptional expert. She’s very quick to understand what we need and always delivers a great product. Excellent in both commercial and administrative litigations. Overall, a top expert to have on your side. Other top attorneys are Mariana Georgieva and Slavomir Buyukliev. Mariana is highly competent, efficient and clear in her communication. Slavomir is very smart and an excellent strategic thinker. ’

‘The litigation team at Bouzeva and Partners stands out for their expertise and commitment to getting the best results. They are quick to adapt to challenges and have a strong understanding of both local and international law. With great teamwork and strong leadership, they approach each case with care and precision, making them a trusted choice for complex legal matters.’

Kernmandanten

Bulgargaz


Bulgarian Energy Holding


Bulgartransgaz


European Air Charter


ICGB (Natural Gas Interconnector Greece – Bulgaria)


REWE Group / BILLA Bulgaria


Ministry of Environment and Waters


Schauinsland Reisen


Vitagrain BG


Burgas University Prof. Dr. Asen Zlatarov


Forbes Bulgaria


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  • Represented Bulgarian Energy Holding, and its subsidiaries Bulgargaz and Bulgartransgaz in an antitrust case before the General Court of the EU, resulting in the full annulment of the EC’s decision regarding an alleged abuse of dominant position in the energy sector.
  • Represented ICGB in a dispute revolving around a financial correction affecting the public financial support allocated for the Gas Interconnector Greece – Bulgaria.
  • Representing BILLA Bulgaria in over 100 current court proceedings for overturning penalty orders issued by the Commission for Consumers Protection for alleged unfair commercial practices.

BWSP Ilieva Voutcheva & Co Law Firm

BWSP Ilieva Voutcheva & Co Law Firm advises on civil and administrative litigation cases in various sectors, where they frequently appear before the Bulgarian courts, representing both private individuals and corporates in the energy, banking and wholesale distribution fields. Commercial, corporate and IP specialist Diliana Ilieva and commercial litigation expert Rossitsa Voutcheva jointly lead the team.

Praxisleiter:

Diliana Ilieva; Rossitsa Voutcheva


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Tamara Boyadzhieva; Yonka Mratsenkova


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‘I am extremely satisfied with Ilieva Voutcheva & Co Law Firm. The communication from them to me and the court, respectively, was at the highest possible level. Yonka Mratsenkova is highly professional and I would recommend her to anyone!’

‘Yonka Mratsenkova worked on my case. Email and phone communication with her is perfect. Her individual approach to the court is the key to a successful decision.’

‘The strengths and key capabilities of the team of Ilieva, Voucheva and Co. compared to other law firms are their professionalism, competence, efficiency, speed, teamwork. They always respond immediately no matter how busy they are. They always look for and find the best solution for each case. Their team is made up of exceptional specialists at all levels who put themselves 100% into the work.’

Kernmandanten

Unitcargo Bulgaria Ltd.


EcoSafe Ltd.


Helga Invest Jsc.


Hec Solar Ltd


Tessa Green Energy Ltd.


Technotest Jsc


Realty Ltd.


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  • Advised Sage Consultants Jsc from the state for significant costs incurred during the administrative appeal of a tax audit.
  • Advised Technotest Jsc against unfair competition allegations by Dekra Bulgaria EOOD, successfully defending through appeals up to the Supreme Administrative Court.
  • Represented DMV Ltd. in overturning a tax audit, reducing assessed liabilities by over EUR 692,656 before the Supreme Administrative Court.

Deloitte Legal Law Firm

Deloitte Legal Law Firm’s cross-practice dispute resolution team is well equipped to handle employment, tax, contract and administrative disputes, where the team advises a range of Bulgarian corporates both before courts and through out-of-court settlements. Zvezdelina Filova leads the practice and has extensive experience in contentious matters across the M&A, employment, commercial and corporate sectors, to name a few.

Praxisleiter:

Zvezdelina Filova


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Konstantin Ivanov; Mila Ivanova; Georgi Stefanov


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Ivanov & Partners

Both businesses and government departments turn to Ivanov & Partners for advice on insurance, land and property, administrative and financial disputes. Vasil Goshev leads the practice and excels in contentious matters related to commercial planning, corporate structuring, ownership and debt recovery. Previous practice co-head Dian Ivanov left the firms at the end of 2023.

Praxisleiter:

Vasil Goshev


Weitere Kernanwälte:

Vasil Barbov; Petar Panayotov


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‘The team of Ivanov and Partners is made of very competent people with a solid experience in both real estate and dispute resolution. They demonstrate a high level of professional skills and accountability in their work.’

The best team we have ever worked. Very fast and professional lawyers.’

‘Professionals, friendly environment.’

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