Healthcare and life sciences in Bulgaria

‘Peter Petrov is an exceptional legal professional with diverse knowledge and deep understanding of the healthcare and life sciences industry.’

‘If the case is related to a specific topic, the law firm provides additional advice to meet the needs. The guidelines we receive are professionally prepared, with a perfect balance between the importance of the problem and the procedures and codes – thus we get adequate solution-based answers on the local law and internal procedures, while maintaining professional relationships with our clients, including health care professionals, patient organisations etc.’

‘I would recommend Bilyana Angelova for her in-depth knowledge of the regulatory framework and strength in IP matters.’

‘Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov and Velichkov is a top-tier practice for healthcare and life sciences practice. Their team understands a client’s priorities and business and shows determination in finding the most suitable range of solutions. They have a large and resourceful team they can easily deploy if needed, so that even the most complicated matters are dealt with in a timely fashion.’

‘Kalina Tchakarova is a super-reliable and accessible partner with deep market knowledge. She is tenacious, calm, with a fine-tuned commercial sense and an amazing attention to details. You cannot ask for a better healthcare and life sciences lawyer.’

‘Ensuring compliance with the increasingly complex and pervasive nature of regulation in the healthcare sector requires expert advice and support. Our collaboration with Prof. Ivan Todorov, Ms. Maria Derelieva and Ms. Margarita Ivanova have proven excellent results when clear and decisive advice is required. We continuously receive seamless advice, and our legal problems are analysed from every necessary angle. These exceptional professionals provide a prompt, proactive and timely service in various difficult cases.’

‘The team of Georgiev, Todorov & Co. understand the details of the business, they have a consistent and sustainable approach towards the needs of the client. At all stages, the legal team is involved hands-on with our case, thus delivering unparalleled service.’

‘Our team mainly works with the recently appointed partner Tsvetelina Dimitrova and associate Margarita Ivanova. Tsvetelina is hard-working and client oriented. Margarita has an eye for detail and creative methods of solving legal issues. Pharmaceutical law and healthcare are some of her specialisms, she really enjoys working in the field, and that helps her have additional knowledge and an interesting viewpoint for most of our questions.’

‘We think what makes this practice unique is the well-grounded people and professionalism.’

‘The team is very dedicated, and all of the team know everything about the case. No matter who I discuss the matter with, they are all well prepared. They do not hesitate to ask about all details, including outside of the case itself, so they can understand deeply the scope of the businesses and thus defend it.’

‘The practice covers every aspect of the operations of any stakeholder in the healthcare industry, including regulatory, competition, intellectual property, corporate, commercial, tax, finance, employment, litigation. This makes it a one stop legal shop for any healthcare business and as a client, gives you the reassurance that any matter can be handled expertly regardless of its legal nature. The team has very deep insight and all-round knowledge of the healthcare sector, as well as a strong commercial focus. They are remarkably results and client-oriented, approachable and consistently attentive and supportive.’

‘Strong life sciences practice in Bulgaria.’

‘Much can be said about the things that make the individuals stand out such as their immense knowledge, experience, business sense, deep professionalism. They are also some of the most thorough and dedicated professionals I have met. They stay on top of things, consistently reinventing and improving themselves to adequately respond to the ever changing market conditions. Standout partners include co-heads of the healthcare practice, Ivo Alexandrov and Andrey Alexandrov. Ivo covers regulatory and finance matters, while Andrey focuses on employment, personal data protection and regulatory. I’d highly recommend both of them.’

‘Strong focus in the healthcare sector with dedicated partners. Regular exchange of opinions with healthcare professionals, participation in healthcare forums. With me, the main partner Petya Murgova maintains regular monthly calls with emphasis on what’s new and what’s main topic of healthcare sector in Bulgaria. Very nice weekly bulletin with coverage of hot topics of the business and regulatory environment of Bulgaria.’ 

‘The managing partner Petya Murgova could be defined as a leading lawyer in the healthcare sector in Bulgaria. Her exceptional knowledge of the sector, applicable Bulgarian and EU legislation and extensive experience is crucial for us in order to be fully compliant with all regulatory requirements. We are very impressed by her professional approach to specific medical issues and her active participation in amendments of the local legislation framework. We could also recommend Simeon Krastev and Eliza Dzhoneva, who support our company in all aspects concerning the specific healthcare services. Mrs. Dzhoneva is a very confident, flexible, effective professional, who has impressive knowledge in the field of data protection regulation. Her expertise in public procurement supports our company in order to meet all the requirements and criteria of the national legislation. Mr. Krastev is always available and his timely advice supports us in our daily activity. We highly appreciate the team’s creative solutions on complex matters in the healthcare sector and administrative requirement for using natural, mineral and climatic resources for our medical procedures.’ 

‘We have used the services of Murgova and Partners Attorneys at Law for a long time and could undeniably say that they are trustworthy professionals who have become our trusted legal advisors on all cases in this specific area. The law firm helps us with legal advice and analysis concerning the healthcare regulations and legal framework. Murgova and Partners are always innovative when it comes to their expert advice. We appreciate how they always keep their clients informed about changes of framework, current legal issues, opportunity to apply for state aid etc., which they do through their weekly articles and newsletter, both very beneficial to our business.’ 

‘This practice is always solution-orientated and very focused and available to serve the customer. They have a great attitude with clients.’ 

‘We consider Murgova and Partners’ team as highly professional, always providing very accurate and timely legal services. First, we could point out the managing partner, Ms. Petya Murgova, who impresses us every time with her confidence and knowledge of all legal matters. Due to her continuous practical experience, negotiation skills and vast expertise she is capable of adequate reactions in each unexpected situation. Petya always looks at every angle, which makes her my top and best lawyer in the area of life sciences and dispute resolution. With her knowledge the client is always well informed how to choose the tactic which will make the case succeed. Very accessible and gives clients a lot of confidence. The other two members we could recommend are Ms. Silvana Dzharkova-Aleksandrova and Ms. Eliza Georgakieva. They both stand out as extremely prepared practitioners, always very responsive and providing advice strictly on time, which adds a great value the provided legal services and assistance.’ 

‘Personable, professional, punctual, innovative and caring.’ 

‘Brilliant legal knowledge, as well as understanding of and great commitment to the client’s needs.’

‘Roman Stoyanov was diligent and thorough in his comments despite short turnaround time. Would not hesitate to recommend to work with him again.’

‘Great knowledge of clinical trials.’

‘We appreciate very much the availability of Roman Stoyanov in the management of every single request on our part, the commitment and dedication he puts in to help us solve problems and recommend the best solutions for our company.’

‘Elena Todorova is very knowledgeable in food law. She is responsive and provides practical advice.’

‘Extremely professional and well-versed in all aspects of healthcare and life sciences, which is rare to find on the Bulgarian market.’

‘Great team that possesses all the necessary expertise to deliver accurate and timely legal advice and anticipate the client’s needs and issues.’

‘Elena Todorova has solid knowledge of the food law sector and a business oriented capability to provide efficient legal advice in a timely manner.’

‘Very professional law firm with excellent knowledge of complex food law issues and constantly updated lawyers, who are active participants in several food law-related unions and scientific communities.’

‘Irina Stoeva is an outstanding lawyer with impressive knowledge and experience in healthcare and commercial litigation. She is very responsive, business-oriented, flexible and persuasive. Due to her business-oriented, practical approach we have succeeded in reaching, in my view, the optimal outcome in several commercial cases. Additional STZ team-members to praise are Vania Todorova and Miroslava Iordanova, both very knowledgeable, dedicated and precise lawyers.’ 

‘This is a team of excellent lawyers, who perfectly collaborate and provide back-up to each other. They always respond on time and with high quality work.’

‘I have worked with Mrs. Irina Stoeva for more than 15 years. During these years, I have always relied on her professional legal advice. She has excellent knowledge of commercial law, as well as the legal framework of many industry areas (i.e., pharmaceutical industry, insurance. etc.). Following her legal advice and legal representation provides a successful outcome for her clients in very complicated cases.’

‘Philip Kiossev has been excellent. His advice has been clear and helpful and he is very responsive.’

‘Innovative and open-minded thinking, quick and confident reaction, understanding of business needs, flexible and responsive.’