Boyanov & Co
Established in 1990,
Boyanov & Co is a full service, independent Bulgarian firm based in Sofia. It is a founding member of SEE Legal, a legal network of 10 firms across Southeast Europe.
The team is led by managing partner Borislav Boyanov
and a wide range of other seasoned lawyers and professionals. The firm is active in advising as local Bulgarian counsel to
prominent foreign financial service institutions and investors on cross border M&A and
project financing transactions.
In banking and finance, a notable example of the firm’s work includes
advising a
syndicate of banks on the financing of the construction and operation of one of the largest photovoltaic power plants in Bulgaria in the Maglizh Municipality valued at an estimated $112 million.
Another notable project involves the firm
advising
Rezolv Energy on the acquisition of
YGY Industries JSC
in the development of a solar plant in
Sollistra
Muncicipality.
Once completed, the facility is
expect to be the largest solar plant in
Bulgaria.
Eurobank
Bulgaria , DSK
Bank , J.P. Morgan, UniCredit
Bulbank , United Bulgarian Bank
“Professional, efficient, knowledgeable.” - Bank lending
“The professionalism allows for great flexibility in executing their tasks. The team of Mr. Simeonov and Mr.
Drenski provided a quick response to our need
for organizing all documentation within a tight timeline.” - Bank lending
“I was cooperating with lawyer Mr. Yordan Naydevov from BOYANOV law firm. I was
very happy
from our
cooperation. Deep knowledge of commercial law, huge experience,
consistency and prompt replies supported me in taking
right decisions.” - Project development
“International, good lawyer, good market knowledge.”
“Communicating with the bank's lawyers on the Bulgarian legislation transposing the international requirements of the deal.”
“Deep knowledge of commercial law, consistent, accessible, quick response, always on time and good listener to customer problems.”
CERHA HEMPEL Gerginov
CERHA HEMPEL Gerginov is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia, Bulgaria, established over 25 years ago. It has a team consisting of over 200 lawyers. The firm has an active presence in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and project development.
Highlights
In banking and finance, the team is active advising lenders and borrowers on acquisition financing, financial regulatory compliance, corporate restructurings and sales of shares and assets. The firm has been advising Barclays Bank PLC and its affiliates on a regular basis on a range of financing and bank regulatory matters. The firm most recently advised Barclays in connection to providing a revolving credit facility to Futuremeds.
In M&A, the firm is also active assisting clients on mergers, strategic acquisitions and corporate restructurings. A notable deal highlight includes advising Hewlett Packard Enterprise (HPE) on its comprehensive demerger from HPP Inc. The firm assisted on all matters relating to the care out and the transfer of corporate agreements.
Djingov Gouginski Kyutchukov & Velichkov
Djingov Gouginski Kyutchukov & Velichkov (also known as DGKV) was established in 1994. It has grown to more than 50 qualified lawyers in its headquarters in Sofia and it has a representative in Berlin. The firm is one of the markets most predominant independent firms in Bulgaria and regularly advises on some of the largest financial and corporate transactions.
Highlights
A notable example of the firms work includes advising joint lead managers BNP Paribas, Citigroup Global Markets Europe AG, J.P. Morgan SE and UniCredit Bank AG on the Bulgarian law aspects of the update of the Republic of Bulgaria’s Global Medium Term Note Programme and the issuance of €2.25 billion Sovreign bonds.
Another highlight involved the M&A team advising the administrators and senior secured lenders of Bulsatcome UH Holdco Limited in connection with the sale of Bulsatcom EOOF, Bulgaria’s largest TV satellite distributor in Bulgaria. This marked an important strategic reorganization for Bulsatcome Group.
Key clients
UniCredit Bank, Citibank, Tick 42, Silverline Capital, Integral Venture Partners, BMW, Venture, HEXACORP, Gilat Satellite Networks LTD (Nasdaq: GILT, TASE: GILT) and its Bulgarian subsidiary RaySat, SOF Connect, Contour Global, Chariot Motors and Higer Bus,Vitol Gas & Power.
Testimonials
“The DGKV team I have the pleasure to work with is extremely professional, forward looking and very alive to the client's needs. Partner Kaloyan Krumov is very good at task, time and costs management and always maintains open communication. The whole interaction between the in-house counsel and the law firm was so easy to navigate - from the assignment of work to the flexibility of when we speak and meeting deadlines.” - Banking and finance
“Experienced and well-prepared team, well structured, clients friendly.” - M&A
Georgi Tzvetkov
“Problem solver, proactive.”
Kaloyan Krumov
“Kaloyan Krumov is approachable, focused on the client's needs rather than issuing invoices and provides practical solutions. He is also very good at time and costs management and whenever appropriate delegates work to the members of his team.”
Eversheds Sutherland Bulgaria
Opened in 1998, Tsvetkova Bebov & Partners is a leading full-service Bulgarian firm based in Sofia. The firm is a member of the International Swaps and Derivatives Association, ISDA. The firm has a notably strong presence in Banking and finance and capital markets transactions, as well as experience acting as Bulgarian counsel on large cross border transactions.
Highlights
In banking and finance, a prominent recent work includes advising as Bulgarian law issuer counsel to Energo – Pro and its Bulgarian subsidiary, Energo - Pro Varna EAD in connection with the issuance of €300 million Guaranteed Notes. Notably the guaranty provided by the United States International Development Finance Corporation is the first of its kind in Europe and was shortlisted for the IFLR Europe Awards 2024 in the debt and equity transaction category .
In M&A, the team advised Villeroy & Boch on a notable cross border acquisition of Bulgarian Ideal Standard –Vidima AD. The transaction is valued at €660 million.
Key clients
Energo-Pro a.s., TBI Bank, KBC Asset Management, Republic of Bulgaria – Ministry of Finance, Allianz Bank Bulgaria, Villeroy & Boch, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
Kinkin & Partners
Kinkin & Partners is an independent Bulgarian firm with a team of 16 lawyers. The team has the capacity to communicate in Bulgarian, English, Italian, German, Spanish, French and Russian. The firm has a focus for its corporate restructuring, M&A, banking and finance work and project development.
Highlights
In banking and finance, the firm was active in a range of industries including retail, transport, real estate and logistics.
In M&A, the firm has also been active in assisting clients in sectors such as manufacturing, logistics, construction, energy and real estate.
Key clients
Bers Logistics, Casa Chic, Dalmina, River SPA and Residence, Showroom Sofia, Agria, Bers Logistics, Green Power, Millenium Gate Lichtenstein
Testimonials
“We consider them as the best on the market.” - M&A
“I am very grateful to Kinkin & Partners for all the team do the deal to be successfully closed.” - M&A
“The Kinkin & Partners corporate team is always well prepared with original legal solutions to any problem.” - M&A
“Kinkin & Partners team is well-educated and we consider them one of the best in the field of corporate and commercial law.” - M&A
Nikolay Radev
“He is an extremely good expert in the practices he is leading.”
“Nikolay is always available when the client has any need and always has original ideas how any problem to be resolved.”
“Mr. Radev is extraordinary professional with deep knowledges in the field of corporate and commercial law.”
“We are glad to cooperate with Mr. Radev as he is well-educated, intelligent and always at our disposal with the best solution of the case.”
Spasov & Bratanov
Established in 1999, Spasov & Bratnov,
is a premier full-service Bulgarian law firm centered in Sofia. The firm has 16 lawyers in total with experienced qualification in US and UK law. It is a founding member of Adriala law firm network, an independent premium law network covering nine jurisdictions in Southeast Europe.
Highlights
In banking and finance, the firm has a notable track record of representing prominent international clients on cross border project financing and debt financing. A notable recent example of the firms work includes advising DBS Bank’s Singapore branch on its debut financing of a Bulgarian corporate organization.
In projects, the firm has been active advising on renewable energy plant construction and financing commercial satellite establishment. A notable highlight includes advising Export Import Bank of the United States on its debut financing of Bulgaria Sat, Bulgaria’s only commercial satellite operator on the construction, design and commissioning of a commercial satellite.
Key clients
Citibank, KBC Bank, UniCredit, EBRD, China Development Bank, Inercom, AES, Compass Capital, VP Brands,Nestle Bulgaria, AES, Bulgaria Solar, Inercom, US Exim
Testimonials
“They work to solve the problems and to achieve the ultimate goals.” - Banking and finance
“A friendly, very efficient and highly expert team with a very business like approach to clients and stakeholders.” - Financial restructuring
“Smart, nice and effective.” - Financial restructuring
“They have very good expertise and communication.” - Financial service regulatory
Vassil Hadjov
“Highly likeable individual qualified in at least two jurisdictions, with great international experience and business acumen. He is a top notch lawyer who provides very commercially-oriented advice.”
CMS Sofia
Established in
2005, CMS Sofia is a full-service corporate law firm with an office in Sofia. It has a team of 32 lawyers, and it’s part of the international law firm CMS
consisting of more than 4800 law and tax professionals
in more than 40 jurisdictions.
The firm is
active with mostly cross-border work
in banking and finance, corporate and M&A, and project development.
In banking and finance, it advises mostly lenders on direct financing, acquisition financing and refinancing.
Its corporate and M&A practice consists of
assisting sellers
and also buyers on acquisitions in
various industries, ranging from
manufacturing to
technology and telecommunications.
In project development it advises
developers, contractors and investors on projects
in various industries, most notably in energy.
Among its clients are
EBRD,
UniCredit Bulbank,
UniCredit,
OTP Bank, DSK Bank, Eurobank Bulgaria,
Teda-MM, LDS Plast,
Masco Europe,
Cordeel Group,
Elevator Ventures Beteiligungs,
PCC DEG Renewables,
B2 Holding, MTG Dolphin,
Masco Europe, Arkad Consortium, OMV Petrom and PRISMA European Capacity.
Deloitte Legal Law Firm
Deloitte Legal Law Firm is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia, Bulgaria since 1992. It is part of the international law and tax firm Deloitte with offices in more than 80 jurisdictions where more than 2,500 legal professionals provide a broad range of legal services.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance and corporate and M&A. Its banking and finance team advises borrowers on financing, as well as it assists banks and corporate clients with legal analysis and restructurings. It’s active in corporate and M&A where it advises buyers on acquisitions and regulatory matters in various sectors, including real estate, banking, finance, technology and energy.
Key clients
Among its clients are Eurobank Bulgaria and International Banking Institute.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Professional legal services, provided legal opinions, structuring price offer and required legal advice."
"Very professional attitude and high quality of completed work. Did not spare resources to engage with the relevant for the assignment counter parties.
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Dimitrov Petrov & Co
Established in 1997, Dimitrov Petrov & Co is a corporate law firm with offices in Sofia and Varna, Bulgaria.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and project development.
In banking and finance, it advises debtors on debt restructurings and financings, as well as borrowers on acquisition finance. It also has experience in capital markets, advising debtors on bond loans and issuers on bond issues.
In corporate and M&A it advises mostly buyers on spin-offs, acquisitions, establishment of corporate entities and structuring’s, and shareholders on corporate governance matters and share transfers. In addition, it has a track record in assisting clients on corporate restructurings. The firm is active in banking and finance, energy, real estate, infrastructure, aviation, financial technologies, retail, mining, media, healthcare, pharma and telecommunications.
In project development it advises investors, buyers and developers on concessions, PPP projects and land acquisitions in various industries, including telecommunications, real estate and energy.
Among its clients are Staghorn Capital,
VM Petroleum, Tradenet Varna,
Turnovopharma 1,Dobrichfarma,
DHH, Cetin Bulgaria,
Elta 90 M,
Bulad Dent and Multiforce.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“A very proactive team, autonomous so we can focus on the deal. Available all the time, very quick to respond with detailed answers. Lead us through the process and advising on all the critical points.”
“They are very reliable, thorough and usually go beyond the immediate assignment, bringing big picture thinking and highlighting potential future issues.”
Dinova Rusev & Partners
Dinova Rusev & Partners is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia, Bulgaria since 2003.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and project development.
In banking and finance it advises clients on financing, refinancing and structuring banking products.
In corporate and M&A advises clients on various corporate matters, as well as joint ventures and acquisitions in various industries, including mining and hospitality.
In project development it advises clients on tenders, concessions and projects in various industries, most notably in mining, energy, oil and gas and electricity.
Key clients
Among its clients are McDonalds, EkoBulgaria, Monsanto, AP Retail, Northrop Grumman, Danaos Development, Marks & Spencer, Sephora Bulgaria, Astron Chemicals, Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Bulgarian Energy Holding, Kaliakra Wind Power, Assos Capital – AP Retail I and Energo Pro.
Dobrev & Lyutskanov
Dobrev &
Lyutskanov is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 1989.
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and project development.
In banking and finance, it advises the financing side on government bonds investments, financings and regulatory matters, related to the implementation of businesses.
In M&A it advises buyers on acquisitions and transfers of shares, as well as shareholders in swap agreements.
In project development it advises service providers and buyers on acquisitions of land and immovable assets, and licences.
Among its clients are Prista Oil Holding and Molecor Tecnologia.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Good knowledge, hands-on, committed to success."
Georgiev Todorov & Co
Georgiev Todorov & Co is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia, Bulgaria, founded in 1991. Today, the firm grew to 10 partners and 50 attorneys.
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and project development.
In banking and
finance it advises borrowers and lenders on project financing.
In corporate and M&A it advises mostly buyers on cross-border and domestic acquisitions, share transfers and provides legal advice on various corporate matters.
In project development it advises contractors EU-funded projects and developers on public procurement contracts and concessions in various industries, most notably in construction, transport and mining.
Among its clients are G. P. Group,
Toplofikacia Ruse,
Progetti Plant,
Boni Holding,
Solar Energy Support,
Antol,
Dundee Precious Metals,
Alliance Print,
Dolna Mitropoliya Municipality,
Galchev Engineering,
Ingstroy engineering,
MTK Trans,Sliven Municipality,
Toplivo Corporation,
Yambol Municipality,
MTK Trans,
AVAX,Galaxy,
BMF Port Burgas
and Tradefarma.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Financial services regulatory
"We highly value the overall legal services rendered by Georgiev, Todorov & Co. – the legal team always approaches our cases with high level of responsibility in order to find the most appropriate solution for our case. Georgiev, Todorov & Co.’s lawyers are experienced litigators prepared to protect our interests as well as to provide us with the competent legal advice."
"Thorough and in-depth research on all matters referred to them."
Gugushev & Partners
Founded in 2007, Gugushev & Partners is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia, Bulgaria. It comprises of four partners, 32 attorneys and four paralegals.
The firm is active in corporate and M&A. It has experience advising all sides of the table on acquisitions, sales, JVC establishment and various corporate matters. In addition, it advises on corporate restructurings and corporate financing. It’s active in a broad range of industries, including a track record in the IT sector.
Among its clients are Delivery Hero,
Malex Management, VT Investments,
Leed-In International,
Helios Energy Invest, Remix Global,
Goldman Sachs, Morgan Stanley, Mizuho Securities USA, Barclays Capital,
BofA Securities,IncRBC Capital Markets.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"In addition to the high professionalism,
Gugushev & Partners Law Office has won our trust with the comprehensive range of services they offer in various legal fields, timely assistance and an analytical and in-depth approach to work on multiple issues.
Our Company is one of the leading online stores for second hand and outlet fashion in Europe. Given the enormous volume of services and workload, we have our in-house lawyers. They are permanently in touch with the Law Firm lawyers on many legal matters with complete transparency and trust in their expert opinion and tailored made solutions.
Having the comfort of knowing that there is a team of top-tier lawyers behind our Company, ready to help at any time, is a great comfort and enables us to focus entirely on our business."
“The team is
really strong both from a legal and business point of view. They are managing this highly complex and dynamic deal with an impressive approach and know-how. They have not only the legal knowledge and expertise to handle
all of the complications around this acquisition but also the strong business acumen needed to swing the negotiations in our favour."
Hristov & Partners
Hristov & Partners
is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia.
The firm is
active in advising buyers and sellers on acquisitions
in various industries, ranging from
real estate to technology and telecommunications,
as well as on corporate matters.
Among its clients are
CTP, Culina Group, Reckitt Benckiser,
HiiROC and Expedia.
Ilieva Voutcheva & Co
Founded in 2002, BWSP Ilieva Voutcheva & Co is a full-service law firm with an office in Sofia, Bulgaria. It is part of Globalaw, a network of more than 180 firms independent law firms in more than 80 jurisdictions.
The firm is active in M&A and project development. In M&A it advises buyers and sellers on acquisitions and corporate spin-offs in the real estate, renewable energy and hospitality sectors. In project development it advises investors on projects, mainly in renewable energy.
Among its clients are Chirpan Solar Plant, Enery BG1, Tessa Energy,
Kingsforth,
Sara 03,
Smart Soft,
Property 777,
Tessa Energy,
Zara Consult,
PIMK Holding Group and
EDF Renewables.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“They are friendly, very business orientated and swift. They provide the most suitable solutions for every legal issue I face.”
Kambourov & Partners
Kambourov & Partners is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 1988.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and project development.
In corporate and M&A it advises mostly buyers on acquisitions, sales, share transfers and spin-offs in a versatile list of industries, including oil and gas, healthcare, e-commerce and most notably in media and telecommunications. In addition, it has experience in banking and finance work such as advising creditors on debt collecting, refinancing and debt-restructuring, pledge agreements, recovery of assets and insolvency proceedings.
In project development it advises bidders on bidding processes, concessions, and public procurements, as well as contractors on EPC contracts, and developers on projects. The project development team is also active in various industries, particularly visible in infrastructure, oil and gas and energy.
Among its clients are Consultancy Engineering Group, HS Timber,
Monolit,HSS-Monolit Sofia, Silverfleet Capital,
Dentotal,
Webjet,
Bulgarian Telecommunications Company,
University Specialised Hospital for Active Treatment of Obstetrics and
Gynecology “Selena”,
United Group,
Alychlo NV,
Cogeninfra,
Abris Capital Partners,
Slovenia Broadband,
Erste Card Club, Barnes Bulgaria, IWG International Holdings,
Silverfleet Capital,
Vivid Money,
Origin Enterprises,
Bank of China Limited,ICBCIL Aviation Company Limited, Kapsch
TrafficCom and Slovenia Broadband.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“Extremely responsive, showing excellent knowledge of law combined with a practical approach.”
“Fantastic support, very timely and competent advises.”
KDBM Law
KDBM Law is a Bulgarian corporate law firm with an office in Sofia, founded in 2004.
The firm is active in corporate and M&A and project development. It advises developers on projects, and clients on issuing shares, opening businesses and other corporate matters. It works with clients from various sectors, ranging from retail and technology to food production.
Among its clients are Select Asset Management,
Sky Asset Management,
Bulgarian Receivables Fund,
BenchMark Finance,
Retail Park Pirdop, Retail Park
Smolyan,CEO Angel Ventures, Mountainview Estate,
Golden Agri Resources,
Solidsun and Bausch.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“KDBM Law' lawyers are extremely accessible, dedicated and knowledgeable in their field. The quote for their services was among the most affordable on the market while their services were exemplary!”
“They are also consulting our date-to-date corporate business, as well as project finance acquisition of real estate. They are very pro-active and business oriented.”
Kinstellar
Kinstellar is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia, Bulgaria, founded in 2014. It is part of the international law firm Kinstellar, with offices in ten jurisdictions and over 250 local and international lawyers.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in all areas of corporate law and project development.
In banking and finance, it advises borrowers and lenders on various sorts of financing structures and project financing, as well as regulatory and compliance matters such as payments and business models.
In corporate and M&A it advises on concessionaires, buyers and sellers on winning bids, acquisitions, as well as clients on setting up business entities and various corporate matters. Its clients come from various industries, including energy, technology and infrastructure.
In project development the firm advises concessionaires on projects in oil and gas, infrastructure and mining.
Among its clients are ThredUp,
KBC Group, GTT Communications,
LC Interactive,
GIC, Gebrüder Weiss, SOF Connect and Meridiam, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development,
Eurasian Development Bank,
Black Sea Trade and Development Bank,
Meridiam, Astronergy and Trade Water House.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Strong local expertise in the financial services sector.
Professionalism in organization of documents.
Good client contact."
Komarevski, Dimitrov and Partners
Komarevski Dimitrov & Partners is
a Bulgarian law firm based in Sofia.
The firm has a particular focus on M&A
and financial investment deals.
Key clients of the firm include
Kone, Eurolease Group, Mars, Takeda, Deutsche Bahn and Astra Zeneca.
Client
feedback:
32nd edition (2022/2023)
“Very diligent and structured analysis, with good presentation of findings and recommendations on various options with respective reasoning behind.”
Nina Boteva Law Office
Nina Boteva Law Office is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 1994.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in corporate and M&A, advising clients on various corporate governance and matters and acquisitions, as well as on corporate restructurings.
Key clients
Among its clients are Sony Electronics Bulgaria, VIP Trading, Game Trade, CNSys,
Geowealth Development Bulgaria,
Roys,
Metrisys,YottaVolt and ANN 2.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
Financial services regulatory
“They are fast and reliable.”
Penkov Markov & Partners
Established in
1990,
Penkov Markov & Partners is a corporate law firm based in Sofia. It has a team of
31 lawyers.
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A, and project development.
In banking and finance, it advises clients on financing, refinancing and it’s active in providing regulatory
advice. The team is also experienced in financial restructuring.
In corporate and M&A
it advises provides regulatory and transactional advice
in various industries, most notably in energy,
industrials and manufacturing, and transport.
In project
development has experience in advising on acquisitions of land plots.
Among its clients are
VE Staal,Accession Mezzanine Capital III,
Infinity Capital,
Unilink,
Arteks Engineering,
Paynetics,
Gastrade,
Enikom Sofia Sever,
BGNova, ČEZ,
Xella Bulgaria, Maillis Holdings
and Crowley Carbon.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“Good knowledge of the client regulations and needs.”
Peterka & Partners
Peterka & Partners is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia, Bulgaria. The first office of the firm was established in 2000 in Prague, Czech Republic and today it has offices in Belarus, Bulgaria, Hungary, Poland, Romania, Russia and Slovakia.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance, advising clients on loans, various financing agreements and regulatory and contractual matters.
Popov, Arnaudov & Partners
Popov Arnaudov & Partners is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia, founded in 1998.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A and project development.
In banking and finance, it advises clients on various banking matters such as opening bank accounts and acquisition finance.
In corporate and M&A it advises buyers, sellers and shareholders on corporate and regulatory matters.
In project development it often advises contractors on public procurement procedures, construction projects and land acquisitions. It’s active in various sectors, including water utilities, electronics and has a track record of working with public administration.
Key clients
Among its clients are UniCredit Bulbank, BNP Paribas, Artzone, Cascadas Group, MD Immobilien, UniCredit Consumer Financing, Odelo Bulgaria, Ferro Corporation, Creditreform, Top Five, HCR Tech Huddle, Ministry of Regional Development and Public Works, Botevgrad Municipality, and Watter Supply and Sewage Company.
Client feedback: 31st edition (2020/2021)
M&A
"They are prompt and adaptive. Enter quickly into the case and understand the business logic in it. Always provide additional point of view."
Project development : Telecommunications networks
"Excellent understanding of the business needs - in terms of level of detail and structured feedback; timely, precise, to the point, capable of finding legal solutions rather than underlying the obstacles."
Project development
"Competent, communicative, open to recommendations, flexible."
"The main strengths of this law office are mostly related to the precision and correctness of their work, as well as the quick reaction to each case."
"They pay attention to detail and stick to the legal framework."
Restructuring
"A lot of competence; the conversations are conducted in whatever language the client wishes; always very professional."
Savov & Partners
Savov & Partners is a
legal and tax firm based in Sofia.
It has a team of
9 lawyers.
The firm is focused on
providing advice on
corporate and legal tax matters.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
“We find
Savov & Partners very responsive and knowledgeable, especially on international matters. They offer a very personalised services and are very approachable at any time of the day.”
“Apart from clearly having the experience and technical knowledge, we always appreciate their availability and ability to avoid complexity. Above all, the ability to work in the English language despite the complexity of the matters at hand.”
Schoenherr
Established in 2004, Schoenherr is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia.
It’s part of the international
law firm Schoenherr
with
15 offices and 4 country desks in Central and Eastern Europe.
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A, and in project development.
In banking and finance, it advises clients on direct financing, acquisition financing and project financing. It’s also active in debt capital markets.
In corporate and M&A it advises
on
acquisitions in
various sectors, including energy and technology and
telecommunications.
In project development it advises clients
in projects in
a range of sectors, most notably in energy.
Among its clients are
United Group,
Guggenheim Partners,
China Development Bank,
European Bank for Reconstruction and Development,
ABN Amro, ING Bank, Siemens Bank, Investec Bank PLC, Deutsche Bank,
RGreen Invest, MET Group,
Edison Italy,
OMV Bulgaria,
Woodside Energy,
Liechtenstein Group,
Bulgarian Telecommunications Company,
Ringier and
DentaTechnika.
Client feedback: 32nd edition (2022/2023)
"Timely accurate advice and legal services, insightful guidance, in handling the various external suppliers and consultants of the project."
Wolf Theiss
Wolf Theiss is a corporate law firm with an office in Sofia, Bulgaria, established in 2007. The Bulgarian office has 19 lawyers. It’s part of the international law firm Wolf Theiss with 340 lawyers in 13 countries.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is active in banking and finance, corporate and M&A, and project development, advising clients on cross-border transactions.
In banking and finance the firm advises lenders and borrowers on acquisition finance, project finance, bondholders and issuers on note issues, and financial services providers on regulatory matters.
In corporate and M&A the firm advises mostly investors and purchasers on corporate governance matters, acquisitions, joint-ventures, and conduct due diligence analysis.
Among its clients are Elpedison Energy, Enerjisa Europe,
EEM RO Energy Management Romania,
ENGIE Romania,
DEPA Commercial,
EBRD, Glovo,
A&M Capital,
HG Capital and Vista Equity Partners, Raiffeisen Bank, EIB and
Standard
Profil Automotive.
