Dimitrov, Petrov & Co > Sofia, Bulgaria > Firm Profile

Dimitrov, Petrov & Co
28 TODOR ALEXANDROV BLVD
FLOOR 7
1303 SOFIA
Bulgaria

Bulgaria > Dispute resolution Tier 1

Dimitrov, Petrov & Co is hailed as having ‘simply exceptional’ expertise in dispute resolution. The team covers commercial and regulatory litigation and arbitration, cross border debt recovery cases and public procurement procedures. The team delivers first-rate expertise in disputes in the energy, IP, real estate and employment sectors, due to the firm’s full-service approach. Following the departure of Metodi Baykushev the practice is now jointly led by Pencho Stanchev, who specialises in dispute resolution, arbitration and energy law and litigator Encho Simeonov, who has extensive expertise in the medical malpractices field and was promoted to partner in March 2023. Other key team members include Alexander Georgiev, who received a promotion to senior associate in March 2023, Alexander Todorov and Donka Stoyanova.

Practice head(s):

Pencho Stanchev; Encho Simeonov

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Excellent team with exceptional client commitment, extremely knowledgeable and reliable.’

‘Pencho Stanchev – one of the best and most pragmatic litigation experts I had the pleasure of working with. His strong client focus, dedication and ability to manage complex cases within extremely challenging deadlines make him stand out from the crowd.’

‘The dispute resolution practice of Dimitrov, Petrov & Co. is dedicated and determined to bring a case to a successful end. They know all court procedures in detail and are brilliant strategists.’

‘Encho Simeonov who is in charge of our case is a great litigator – very calm, consistent and goal-oriented.’

‘Dimitrov, Petrov & Co’s expertise in dispute resolution is simply exceptional. They possess a profound understanding of the legal process, and their ability to strategize and find innovative solutions to the most complex disputes is truly commendable.’

‘I am impressed by Pencho Stanchev, Alexander Georgiev and Sylvina Beleva. They are all super litigators! Thanks to Pencho’s exceptional skills and tireless dedication, my dispute was resolved in a manner that far exceeded my expectations. Alexander Georgiev’ responsiveness to my inquiries and regular updates on the progress of my case kept me informed and assured throughout the entire process.’

‘What makes them unique is the exceptional client care. They work with rare dedication, and we feel safe as we know that they watch out for us, always flagging the risks. They are very proactive in defending our best interest.’

‘What makes Dimitrov, Petrov & Co Dispute resolution team unique is their dedication to our success which is truly exceptional. They proactively keep us informed of regulatory changes and updates, allowing us to adapt our strategies accordingly.’

Key clients

Inekon Group A.S.

Sliven Eparchy

United Bulgarian Bank

Vodokanalstroy – Dimitar Kostov EOOD

Van Ameyde International

Mait EOOD

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Ekarisaj-Varna EOOD

Armenian General Benevolent Union

Bispud

Medical Dental Centre ISUL-Tzaritza Yoanna EOOD

Tradenet Varna

FORTUNA R.E. OOD

Second Multidisciplinary Hospital for Active Treatment – Sofia EAD

Work highlights

  • Representing Inekon Group A.S. on an extremely complex case in regard to recovering receivables of the latter from Sofia Municipality.
  • Representing United Bulgarian Bank in a series of lawsuits related to payment fraud.
  • Successfully representing the Armenian General Benevolent Union in a complicated real estate dispute originating from the will of an Armenian-American merchant who bequeathed his land property in Bulgaria for charity purposes.

Bulgaria > EU and competition Tier 1

Major TMT and life sciences companies regularly seek the expertise of Dimitrov, Petrov & Co‘s competition practice group for their ‘industry knowledge and specialisation’ across antitrust and competition law. The team handles a broad range of matters, from abuse of dominance, collusive agreements, state aid issues, unfair competition cases to broader advice on the introduction of products on the Bulgarian market. The team is led by Zoya Todorova, who contributes extensive experience representing clients before the Commission for Protection of Competition and various courts. Donka Stoyanova‘s broad experience takes in anti-trust, state aid and trademark infringements – clients note that her ‘expertise in competition, including competition litigation, is hard to match’.

Practice head(s):

Zoya Todorova

Other key lawyers:

Donka Stoyanova; Radina Tomanova; Yana Georgieva; Hristo Nihrizov

Testimonials

‘They have lawyers of various expertise which allows them to cover complicated matters and meet tight deadlines. They are very deep into the practice of the local competition regulation and the courts and know the industry in detail. I would recommend them to anyone in need of competition advice.’

‘I have worked most with Donka Stoyanova. She is a brilliant lawyer who thinks at least three steps ahead.’

‘What is perhaps the greatest advantage of Dimitrov, Petrov & Co is the precise allocation of assignments to the best-qualified lawyers in the field. The potential clients will feel at ease and in good hands and may rely on the deep expertise of the lawyers.’

‘I do appreciate my collaboration with Donka Stoyanova who led us straight to the most important and relevant points in our defense. Her energy, skill, and thoughtfulness made it easy to navigate the complex legal framework while compiling a mountain of pieces of evidence. Her focus and dedication to the case brought the best possible results.’

‘For me one of their biggest strengths is their industry knowledge and specialization. DPC team are not only great lawyers but also have an impressive business acumen. The trust that we have built is key for our work.’

‘Practice heads are Zoya Todorova & Donka Stoyanova, strongly supported by Radina Tomanova and Yana Georgieva. They all put a lot of energy in work and never spare efforts or time. Zoya is a true leader – confident, calm and always available when you need her. Radina is meticulous in every detail and brings confidence in complex situations. Yana Georgieva is also great professional with strong business sense and IP expertise.’

‘DPC is one of the pioneers in telecom law in Bulgaria and has been actively involved battles among telecoms in the competition field for more than 20 years. That’s why their expertise in telecom competition is invaluable.’

‘Hristo Nihrizov and Donka Stoyanova are the main lawyers that advise us on competition matters. Hristo is THE telecom lawyer in the country, but he is also quite knowledgeable in the area of competition, and he knows the market like the back of his hand. Donka’s expertise in competition, including competition litigation, is hard to match.’

Key clients

Oqema AG

Yettel Bulgaria

PMA – Pharma Marketing Advisors

Pfizer Luxemburg SARL, Bulgaria Branch

Google Inc

Johnson & Johnson / Janssen Group

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Pepkor Europe GmbH (Pepco chain)

Eli Lilly/SUISSE/SA

Work highlights

  • Assisted OQEMA AG in obtaining a merger clearance in a Phase I proceeding before the local competition authority.
  • Assisting Yettel Bulgaria in several parallel proceedings currently pending before the local competition authority concerning the acquisition of one of the biggest telecom operators in Bulgaria.
  • Advised Google on the competition risks related to the launch of new services.

Bulgaria > Healthcare and life sciences Tier 1

Dimitrov, Petrov & Co is highly regarded for its ‘in-depth knowledge of the life sciences sector’ where the team covers a litany of matters that relate to intellectual property, commercial, competition, data protection, corporate and employment law. The team is well placed to provide day-to-day advice to clients such as Pfizer, Johnson & Johnson and Eli Lilly thanks to its expertise in the Bulgarian regulatory framework and market conditions. Furthermore, the team is well regarded for its strength in patent litigation and experience in medical malpractice cases (a specialism of recently promoted partner Encho Simeonov). The practice is led by Zoya Todorova and Martin Zahariev, the latter of whom was promoted to partner in March 2023. Todorova advises pharma and life sciences companies on corporate matters and M&A transactions, while Zahariev leverages his expertise in IP field, among others, to support global life sciences companies. Yana Georgieva is also a key member of the team.

Practice head(s):

Zoya Todorova; Martin Zahariev

Other key lawyers:

Yana Georgieva; Encho Simeonov; Radina Tomanova

Testimonials

‘I have worked with DPC for several years now due to their strong expertise in the life sciences. They are prompt, very efficient and thorough, and are very receptive to clients’ needs and priorities. I highly recommend the life sciences team!’

‘I worked with Yana Georgieva and Zoya Todorova on various matters. They were very prompt and thorough, and their technical and analytical skills were helpful in navigating our business.’

‘The team secured a highly favourable outcome in my case, exceeding my expectations. Their presence in negotiations was impressive, and their ability to navigate complex legal issues with finesse was truly commendable. I am immensely grateful for their dedicated efforts, which resulted in a successful resolution.’

‘Yana Georgieva possesses incredible depth of knowledge in pharmaceutical regulatory law and also the pharma industry itself, which is highly appreciated. She has exceptional attention to detail. Zoya Todorova is not only a legal expert but also an effective communicator. She has a talent for breaking down complex regulatory jargon into clear and understandable terms, allowing our team to make informed decisions. Radina Tomanova is tireless is her work and is extremely dedicated to each client.’

‘In-depth knowledge of the life sciences sector and of the practical needs of their clients.’

‘Zoya Todorova stands out. She knows her stuff and in addition is a very nice person to work with.’

‘The team of lawyers provides very quick, relevant and to-the-point advice. Their knowledge of the relevant legislation as well as looping in on actual practical processes provides a comfortable and secure sense of external legal support.’

‘Zoya Todorova is a very skillful and knowledgeable lawyer. She is solution oriented and goes the extra mile in order to understand the business need and is therefore a true business partner.’

Key clients

Pfizer Luxemburg SARL, Bulgaria Branch

Johnson & Johnson Bulgaria EOOD: Janssen-Cilag International

Eli Lilly/SUISSE/SA

Medison Pharma Trading

Zaklady Farmaceutyczne POLPHARMA S.A.

Ekarisaj-Varna EOOD

Ergomed

PMA – Pharma Marketing Advisors

Hell Energy

Nova Kletka – BG EOOD

Work highlights

  • Providing daily legal support to Pfizer Luxemburg SARL, Bulgaria Branch.
  • Providing regular legal advice on a variety of matters to Janssen-Cilag.
  • Providing regular legal advice on a variety of matters to Eli Lilly (Suisse) SA.

Bulgaria > Intellectual property Tier 1

Dimitrov, Petrov & Co is regarded by clients as a ‘reliable, creative and efficient partner’ in the field of IP law, where notable domestic and international companies, including household-names such as Google, Pfizer and mobile.de, make up the client roster. The team has expertise in trade mark-related transactions, patent litigation for pharmaceutical companies, representation before the administrative courts in trade mark disputes and day-to-day consultancy regarding marketing promotions, branding strategy and advertising. Specialising in the areas of IP, life sciences, arbitration and data protection, Martin Zahariev leads the practice. The team’s senior ranks were strenghtened by the promotion of Zahariev to partner and Yana Georgieva to senior associate in March 2023.

Practice head(s):

Martin Zahariev

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘If I may use only one word, I would say “brilliant”. What I like most is their availability at any time and the fact that they always find solutions to our problems. They have a really business-oriented approach. I have no worries about our IP rights as long as DPC take care of them.’

‘Martin Zahariev is a bright lawyer with in-depth knowledge in several legal areas. He is reliable and commercially savvy. I think Yana Georgieva is also a very good and reliable IP lawyer.’

‘What makes the practice unique is the exceptional professionals that comprise it. Their availability, engagement and overall level of service is excellent.’

‘We currently work with Martin Zahariev and Yana Georgieva. Both are very well-read, responsive and helpful.’

‘In DPC, our clients have a reliable, creative and efficient partner at their side, not only in their day-to-day trade mark prosecution business, but also when entering new areas of IP law, such as the enforcement of non-registered trade mark rights in Bulgaria. Trust is particularly important in our professional environment – the DPC team is 100% reliable!’

‘Martin Zahariev certainly stands out and it is thanks to him that we have had such a great experience with the firm.’

‘Dimitrov, Petrov & Co has a great and practical knowledge of the relevant laws (which extends to the practices of the lesser-known authorities), based on which they provide their clients with clear and appropriate strategic advice. Once a decision is made on the strategy, their team works tirelessly and efficiently to achieve the goal that was set out in advance. They always promptly inform us of developments in our cases; therefore, we can always fine-tune our strategy on a daily basis.’

‘Martin Zahariev has versatile knowledge. He is very calm and always available. I like his friendly attitude and care for his clients. Yana Georgieva is very skilled and at the same time has a fresh and creative approach.’

Key clients

Novomatic

mobile.de GmbH

Pfizer Luxemburg SARL, Bulgaria Branch

Google

Yettel Bulgaria

Zakłady Farmaceutyczne Polpharma S.A.

Hell Energy

Hack Soft

NAOS

Securax

Britos

DEV CRAFT EOOD

Julia Kontogruni

RPH Bulgaria EOOD

Amare Est EOOD

Leadfit Global OOD

Vaglishtak EOOD

Nova Kletka – BG

PhoneArena

Zona Pharma & Zonapharm

Fintech Services

Al-Furat for Tobacco and Cigarettes Industry Co.

Work highlights

  • Assisting Novomatic AG in trade mark opposition and cancellation proceedings.
  • Providing legal assistance with regard to the protection of the mobile.de trade mark in the territory of Bulgaria.
  • Advised Polpharma with regard to a potential infringement of a competitor’s registered European patent.

Bulgaria > Real estate and construction Tier 1

Transactional work is at the heart of the Dimitrov, Petrov & Co real estate and construction practice, which assists major international and local clients with all stages of the process, including the initial research, due diligence, negotiations and preparation of legal documentation and the resulting tax implications of the transaction. In addition to this, the team is frequently instructed to advise on the structuring of joint ventures, the development, planning, investment and financing of real estate projects, and the drafting of leasing and maintenance agreements. Boyana Milcheva, who is considered ‘one of the most respected real estate lawyers in the country’, leads the practice alongside Alexander Todorov, who has extensive experience in real estate-related transactions and disputes. Pavlina Ivanova is another key lawyer in the team who primarily focuses on real estate and foreign investment matters.

Practice head(s):

Boyana Milcheva; Alexander Todorov

Other key lawyers:

Pavlina Ivanova; Nikolay Kolev

Testimonials

‘A law firm’s strengths are often a combination of its people, practices, reputation, and values. DPC has it all. The team is extremely capable, diverse and dedicated to the client’s success. With them I know that I will receive an exceptional legal service.’

‘The real estate team of DPC is capable, knowledgeable and trustworthy. Their open and transparent communication style was invaluable, as it allowed me to feel involved and informed at every stage of our joint work.’

‘If you’re looking for a lawyer who will tirelessly fight for you and will provide unwavering support, Boyana Milcheva is the attorney you can trust. Boyana shows remarkable depth of knowledge and expertise in construction and real estate. Pavlina Ivanova and Nikolay Kolev from the team are also very dedicated, leaving no stone unturned in their pursuit of a favourable outcome. Their attention to detail and meticulous research were evident in every document they prepared.’

‘DPC have been our trusted advisers for years and we can recommend them as exceptional professionals in the area of real estate, including legal due diligence, negotiations, the acquisition, construction and sale of buildings, and many other areas. We are delighted to work with such qualified and positive professionals.’

‘Boyana Milcheva is one of the most respected real estate lawyers in the country. Her legal knowledge is immense and her advice is impeccable. Pavlina Ivanova is the other gem in their real estate team – very reliable, client-oriented and well-read. Working with both of them is a real pleasure.’

‘Boyana Milcheva is an expert and is one of the best lawyers I have worked with. She has a 360-degree view of our business, and she always considers every aspect of the deal (tax, regulatory, corporate, etc.). Pavlina Ivanova and Nikolay Kolev deserve recognition – they are both hard-working, experienced, and provide clear and concise advice.’

‘Alexander Todorov and Boyana Milcheva are fully committed to their clients’ projects. They are competent, responsive, reasonable and result oriented. I would also like to mention Pavlina Ivanova, who has such an eye for detail in transactions.’

‘A young and enthusiastic team, who are at the same time very competent and have deep knowledge of the industry. They are flexible and result oriented, accessible and have good communication skills.’

Key clients

ABDS Invest

European Wind Farms Bulgaria ApS

Targovska companya

J Investment

Medika 2012

Sliven Eparchy (part of the Bulgarian Orthodox Church)

Mareshki Nedvizhimi Imoti

Orbiko Bulgaria

Varna View Residence

Securax

Pepkor Europe GmbH

Pilco EOOD

Lucid Link

Man-at-work

Work highlights

  • Advised ABDS Invest on the development of two solar power plants of 5 MW each.
  • Advising European Wind Farms Bulgaria ApS regarding the development of a solar power plant.
  • Advised Targovska companya on the acquisition of grain storage.

Bulgaria > TMT Tier 1

Clients regularly turn to Dimitrov, Petrov & Co for its team of ‘leading legal experts in the country in technology, data protection, telecoms and media law’. Digital services, data protection, cybersecurity and e-commerce are just some of the areas where the firm has extensive experience, meaning the team is well placed to advise on the implementation of digital transformation projects, commercial and regulatory disputes, compliance with data protection legislation and day-to-day matters in the TMT sector. The team is co-led by George Dimitrov, Hristo Nihrizov, Desislava Krusteva-Doncheva and Nikola Stoychev, who advise a wide-ranging client roster which includes both global corporations, namely Google, and some of the largest Bulgarian telecoms and internet providers.

Practice head(s):

George Dimitrov; Hristo Nihrizov; Desislava Krusteva-Doncheva; Nikola Stoychev

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘In addition to her legal knowledge, Desislava Krusteva also keeps an eye on the business challenges of her clients. She is extremely well connected throughout the region. We would also like to make a special mention of her team, who have also supported us for some time with exemplary commitment and very good results.’

‘George Dimitrov, Hristo Nihrizov and Desislava Krusteva have long been household names in Bulgarian TMT law. Nikola Stoychev and Martin Zahariev from the younger generation of partners follow closely.’

‘We have worked with Dimitrov, Petrov & Co. on different TMT projects and training. They definitely have the leading legal experts in the country in technology, data protection, telecoms and media law and I would recommend them to anyone seeking expertise in any of these areas.’

‘George Dimitrov is a top-notch expert in technology law, Desislava Krusteva is the most accomplished data protection lawyer I have had the pleasure of working with, and Hristo Nihrizov is second to none in telecoms law.’

‘DPC has a stellar TMT practice! The whole team consists of brilliant experts in the field, and I can confidently say that they are the best on the market. The team are diverse and collaborate with each other to provide the highest quality advice.’

‘Desislava Krusteva is brilliant, smart and tackles every matter with finesse and exceptional knowledge. She has an amazing gift for educating and conducts very interesting seminars and educational training on data protection. Martin Zahariev is also a great lawyer from the team who always treats our cases with the utmost care. Hristo Nihrizov and Nikola Stoychev are unbeatable in the telecoms sector. Nikola also has very valuable cybersecurity expertise.’

‘Based on my experience, it is the best practice in Bulgaria by far. I have always received quality advice on various topics. The information received has always been comprehensive, understandable and structured.’

‘George Dimitrov, Hristo Nihrizov, Nikola Stoychev and Desislava Krusteva are all top TMT lawyers that any of the global leaders in the area would be lucky to work with.’

Key clients

Google

Yettel Bulgaria

Cetin Bulgaria

LucidLink

Pfizer

Roche Bulgaria

Bulgarian Registry Agency

Jobs.bg

Arkrod

Allianz Bulgaria Group

Evrotrust Technologies

Arelion (Telia CompanyCarrier)

Svilen Maximov/Networx-Bulgaria

Work highlights

  • Acting as exclusive legal counsel to Google in Bulgaria, providing complex services with a specific focus on media content, privacy and data protection, and other TMT law matters.
  • Representing Yettel in proceedings before the Bulgarian competition watchdog related to the sale of one of the biggest cable TV and internet service providers, Bulsatcom.
  • Advised CETIN in relation to a regulatory and commercial dispute before the Communications Regulation Commission with a competitor regarding the unilateral increase of prices for access to passive infrastructure.

Bulgaria > Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 2

Dimitrov, Petrov & Co is engaged by companies and public institutions from the real estate, construction, telecoms and energy sectors to handle a range of matters, including regulatory issues, and project and asset financing, as well as debt restructuring and insolvency questions. Practice head Hristo Nihrizov has expert knowledge of payment services and banking and finance matters, and has a track record handling digital transformation projects. Alexander Todorov and Pencho Stanchev further strengthen the team and are involved in litigation work.

Practice head(s):

Hristo Nihrizov

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘DPC is a very responsive and flexible law firm, with a broad range of experience. Every lawyer on their team possesses a high level of commitment. Their team has international experience, a very business-oriented approach and always provides valuable advice.’

‘Hristo Nihrizov has a strong record of managing financial projects and is highly committed to delivering the best possible results for the client. He has a tremendous amount of experience and is one of the best attorneys I have worked with.

‘Pencho Stanchev: it is always a pleasure working with him. He never fails to amaze, respects the deadlines and holds up to the highest standards of the profession.’

‘Alexander Todorov is another accomplished attorney from DPC, very professional when it comes to any client and project. He knows how to focus not only on the legal aspect but also on the general business aspect.’

‘The team is quite diverse consisting of lawyers with different background and experience. They work seamlessly as a team and are very efficient.’

‘Hristo Nihrizov is leading the team with confidence and care. Hristo often works on multiple projects simultaneously and always complies with deadlines. He is skilled negotiator who can find common ground and reach favorable settlements for us.’

‘Pencho Stanchev also deserves to be praised for his impeccable reputation, knowledge and experience with complex projects.’

‘The banking and finance team of DPC is very well-prepared and reliable. They know our industry specifics in detail which saves a lot and time and efforts and allows them to provide tailored advice. Their response time never exceeds 24 hours and they have the right experts to answer all our questions.’

Key clients

Alpiq Energy SE

Black Sea Property SA

New Capital Management

United Bulgarian Bank

BlockChain Tech

VM Petroleum/Tradenet Varna

J investment

Pilco (part of Ameta Holding)

Evrotrust

Yettel

Networx Bulgaria

Work highlights

  • Advised Black Sea Properties AS on EUR 10 million bridge financing.
  • Advised Evrotrust Technologies on obtaining EUR 2,5 million capital investment from the Capital Investments Fund, a company which is part of the Bulgarian Development Bank.
  • Advising New Capital Management on the acquisition of a company from the portfolio of the Eurobank Bulgaria.

Bulgaria > Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2

International and domestic corporations, private equity and venture capital funds are among some of the clients who regularly turn to Dimitrov, Petrov & Co for their expert advice on M&A projects, joint ventures and corporate restructurings. Head of the department Zoya Todorova provides ‘excellent legal support in large cross-border transactions’, and is well versed in the areas of corporate, employment and competition law. Boyana Milcheva advises on the tax related matters on transactions, while Radina Tomanova supports on M&A projects and venture capital transactions. Tomanova was promoted to senior associate in March 2023, as was Rositsa Vasileva.

Practice head(s):

Zoya Todorova

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘Boyana Milcheva is an excellent lawyer for anyone seeking corporate and real estate advice. The combination of legal expertise, dedication, and empathy make her an exceptional attorney who truly stands out.’

‘Zoya Todorova is an exceptional attorney. From start to finish, my experience with Zoya was nothing short of outstanding, and I couldn’t be more pleased with the results.’

‘Partner Zoya Todorova and Associate Ana-Mari Eremieva provided excellent legal support in a large cross-border transaction.’

‘Zoya Todorova has a real talent for sharing knowledge, motivating the team and distributing tasks. Radina Tomanova is also a very talented lawyer who has independently managed some complex projects and Ana-Mari Eremieva is very dedicated and goal-oriented.’

‘Rositsa Vasileva took the time to build strong relationships with client, ensuring that the client felt heard and valued throughout the legal process. She was well-versed in the nuances of her practice area, allowing for a deep understanding of the legal landscape.’

‘The practice of DPC supported us in all legal aspects regarding Bulgarian law in a large cross-border transaction.’

‘The M&A and corporate team of DPC is simply exceptional!’

‘The corporate team of Dimitrov, Petrov & Co provide fantastic service. They are responsive, have a deep knowledge of the M&A sector and work collaboratively to conclude the transaction.’

Key clients

Evrotrust Technologies

Kolichka.bg Online Supermarket

Ameta Holding

LucidLink

GTT Group

Pepkor Europe

Dev Craft

Pfizer

Modralog

Ergomed

Nikolay Dimitrov

Zühlke Engineering

Enable Bulgaria

Work highlights

  • Advised the successful funding of Evrotrust from the Capital Investment Fund, part of the Bulgarian Development Bank Group prior to its Series A.
  • Advised EC Investments, a company that indirectly owns 80% shareholding interest in Kolichka.bg on the local aspects of a major M&A transaction taking place in the Czech Republic.
  • Provided legal support in the internal restructuring of the group of companies within Ameta Holding, including completion of the transaction on local level, as well as assistance with AML compliance procedures.

Bulgaria > Projects and PPP Tier 2

Public procurement and large infrastructure projects lie at the heart of Dimitrov, Petrov & Co‘s projects and PPP practice group, with the team regularly acting for energy and renewable energy, telecoms and real estate clients. Boyana Milcheva, who is praised by clients as ‘working wonders in the field of construction and real estate law’, and Donka Stoyanova head the team.

Practice head(s):

Boyana Milcheva; Donka Stoyanova

Other key lawyers:

Testimonials

‘DPC have been our trusted advisers for years and we can recommend them as exceptional professionals. We are delighted to work with such qualified and positive professionals.’

‘Boyana Milcheva is an excellently prepared lawyer who works wonders in the field of construction and real estate law.’

‘The whole team is incredibly responsive and accessible. They consistently make themselves available to address our questions and concerns promptly. This level of commitment and client care fosters a sense of partnership and trust, making them an integral part of our team.’

‘Boyana Milcheva possesses a combination of essential qualities and skills that set her apart and make her highly effective as a lawyer. She has a deep understanding of the law in many practice areas and is up to date with the latest changes in legislation. Pencho Stanchev is attentive to details and approach challenges with creativity and tenacity, exploring various strategies to achieve the best results.’

‘I would single out Pencho Stanchev as an expert in several legal areas, including projects and PPP. He is very calm, reliable and accessible any time. He takes the time to get to know his clients and their problems and would move mountains to solve them. Boyana Milcheva’s high-level advice has proven very helpful, especially on construction projects. Donka Stoyanova excels in public procurement.’

‘Boyana Milcheva is a seasoned and reliable lawyer. We have worked with her from the very beginning of our relationship with Dimitrov, Petrov & Co. more than ten years ago. Pencho Stanchev is another key member of the team who stands out both for his exceptional talent and for his calm and friendly personality. When it comes to public procurement, Donka Stoyanova is the lawyer you need.’

‘Dimitrov, Petrov & Co. are an excellent choice if you need advice on projects and PPP as they have the right people and expertise. They are really strong in real estate and construction, energy and public procurement, and can view a project from various perspectives. They are very proactive and always ready to go the extra mile for us.’

‘They are among the best lawyers I have worked with. They possess rare business acumen, combined with in-depth legal and industry knowledge, and are very up to date with the latest legislative developments and market trends. I think they have a very smart system for selecting new team members and the most capable and talented among them make very good and steady career progress.’

Key clients

European Wind Farms Bulgaria ApS

Alpiq Energy SE

Sliven Eparchy

Black Sea Properties AS

Evrotrust Technologies

Yettel

Bispud

Medika 2012

Tradenet Varna

New Capital Management

Monolitstroy

Bulad Dent

Multiforce A. S.

Elta 90M

Work highlights

  • Advising the Mareshki group on all stages of the development of a 60 MW solar power plant, including on the construction and procurement contracts.
  • Advising European Wind Farms Bulgaria ApS, one of Europe’s leading energy companies, regarding the development of a solar power plant on a territory of 1,000,000 sq m located near Sofia.

Bulgaria > Transport (including shipping) Tier 2

Dimitrov, Petrov & Co is praised by clients as being ‘extremely proficient in transport law’, handling both local and cross-border matters such as projects and administrative and litigation proceedings, as well as day-to-day legal consultancy. Recent work highlights include advising on carriage contracts and bill of lading disputes for carriers, the acquisition of aircraft and damages proceedings on behalf of transport operators. Donka Stoyanova utilises her expertise in competition law, dispute resolution, public procurement and administrative law to advise across a whole host of transport matters.

Practice head(s):

Donka Stoyanova

Testimonials

‘Very professional organisation.’

‘Well versed in aircraft transactions.’

‘The DPC team is extremely proficient in transport law. Buying and selling a plane is not an easy task, but we feel very conformable with DPC leading us on these projects and we trust them entirely.’

‘What makes them unique is the exceptional client care. They work with rare dedication, and we feel safe as we know that they watch out for us, always flagging the risks. They are very proactive in defending our best interests. The team is very diverse, and everyone is really good in their area, so they make a very strong team.’

‘Donka Stoyanova has a unique market perspective and provides first-class advice.’

‘They possess a rare business acumen, combined with in-depth legal and industry knowledge, and are very up to date with the latest legislative developments and market trends.’

Key clients

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Inekon Group A.S.

Mega Trucking Bulgaria

VM Petroleum

Van Ameyde International

Work highlights

  • Representing Bulgaria Air in a complex case regarding the delayed payment of airport fees alleged to be unlawful state aid.
  • Advising Most 81 in a complex case regarding antitrust infringements by the so-called “truck cartel”.
  • Representing Inekon Group A.S. in a case with regard to recovering receivables of the latter from the municipality of Sofia.

Bulgaria > Energy and natural resources Tier 3

Dimitrov, Petrov & Co advises on renewable energy matters, regulatory compliance and the financing and development of large-scale energy projects. Energy related disputes are another cornerstone of the practice group, which is led by Pencho Stanchev, an expert in energy disputes and regulatory litigation.

Practice head(s):

Pencho Stanchev

Other key lawyers:

Sylvina Beleva; Alexander Georgiev

Testimonials

‘We have been pleasantly surprised when we started working with the colleagues from DPC. They have deep understanding of the energy sector, excellent practical legal skills, and are very diligent. An excellent combination!’

‘We are working mostly with Pencho Stanchev. He is an excellent lawyer with litigation expertise. We are very impressed how he handles extremely complex energy cases, including matters which are not well known in Bulgarian legal practice.’

Key clients

Mareshki group of companies

ABDS Invest

Energy Gate SRL

E100 International Trade Sp. z o.o.

European Wind Farms Bulgaria ApS

Windkraft Simonsfeld BG EOOD

Mareshki Nedvizimi Imoti

Mait EOOD

Mareshki group of companies

ALRO SA (part of Vimetco NV group)

Digitel OOD

Tradenet Varna

ALPIQ Energia Bulgaria EOOD

Work highlights

  • Advising Mareshki group of companies with regard to planned investment of over EUR 100 mln in renewables.
  • Advising European Wind Farms Bulgaria ApS, one of Europe’s leading energy companies regarding the development of a solar power plant on a territory of 1 000 000 sq.m. located near Sofia.
  • Advised Energy Gate SRL on obtaining a licence for trading with electricity from the Bulgarian Energy and Water Regulatory Commission and registration as a market participant with the Bulgarian transmission system operator (ESO) and the Independent Bulgarian Energy Exchange (IBEX).

The firm: Dimitrov, Petrov & Co. (DPC) is a pre-eminent full-range business law firm globally recognised for its in-depth knowledge and expertise in the key areas of business law – corporate, banking and securities, information and communication technologies, privacy and data protection, intellectual property, telecommunications, competition, pharmaceutical, real estate, construction, taxation, energy, public procurement, litigation, employment and social security. The firm was established in 1997 and has offices in Sofia and Varna. Currently, it has more than 50 staff members and is represented by thirteen highly respected and skilled partners who provide effective and innovative best-in-class legal solutions.

The team: DPC offers more than solid legal advice, it offers partnership to share its clients’ vision. Its associates are committed, flexible, creative and globally minded lawyers who protect and assert their clients’ rights while guiding them through the legal process. Driven by the core mission to always provide the best legal advice, the firm’s lawyers constantly strive to gain extra knowledge and know-how and thus to remain innovative thinkers and contemporary legislation architects.

Alongside their strong practical experience, the team’s experts are widely recognised academic scholars in premiere universities, having been awarded the highest academic titles. They have trained attorneys-at-law, judges, prosecutors, investigators, in-house lawyers and state officials in the legal aspects of the implementation of the legislation in various law areas. They are authors of numerous publications and books and speakers at international conferences and business events.

The firm’s lawyers play a key role in numerous projects assigned and partnered by Bulgarian government institutions and the highly authoritative international institutions: World Bank, NATO, European Bank for Reconstruction and Development, European Investment Bank, Interpol, The European Commission, The Canadian Agency for International Development, USAID, etc.

Global reach: DPC maintains constant partner relations and professional co-operation on a case-by-case basis with a number of leading international law firms, including but not limited to Baker McKenzie, Bird & Bird, Hogan Lovells, Time.lex, Reed Smith, Hunton & Williams LLP, White & Case LLP, Fieldfisher, Lydian LLP, etc. The law firm is a member of the American Chamber of Commerce in Bulgaria (AmCham), the Bulgarian-Swiss Chamber of Commerce, the German-Bulgarian Chamber of Commerce and Industry – key driving forces for the development of a competitive business environment in the Bulgarian market. The law firm is also a member of the International Business Law Consortium (IBLC), European Communities Trade Mark Association, IT IP Law Group Europe, the Life Sciences Practice Group, Transatlantic Law International (TALI), etc.

Since 2005 DPC has been a member of Meritas™, a global alliance of over 7,000 lawyers serving in 170+ full-service law firms across more than 70 countries. Through Meritas, clients seeking legal services can easily connect with pre-qualified legal expertise worldwide. Meritas firms are also required to participate in ongoing recertification and client satisfaction evaluations.

In 2023, DPC joined Multilaw – an international professional services network of independent law firms. It was established in 1990 and comprises over 90 member firms in more than 100 countries.

Department Name Email Telephone
Corporate and commercial/M&A Zoya Todorova
Banking and securities Hristo Nihrizov
Project finance Alexander Todorov
IT and communications/advertising and media George Dimitrov
Privacy and data protection Desislava Krusteva
Telecommunications Hristo Nihrizov
Real estate Alexander Todorov
Construction Boyana Milcheva
Lobbying George Dimitrov
Competition and antitrust Zoya Todorova
Administrative Donka Stoyanova
Employment and social securities Zoya Todorova
Dispute resolution Metodi Baykushev
Intellectual property and life sciences Martin Zahariev
Taxation Boyana Milcheva
Energy and utilities Pencho Stanchev
Number of lawyers : 34
at this office : 32
Bulgarian
English
French
German
Italian
Russian
Spanish
IBA
Meritas
Multilaw
Other offices : Varna

CLIENT: Stanyo Stanev

COMPANY/FIRM: VM Petroleum

TESTIMONIAL: Being our legal advisors for more than 10 years, the lawyers of DPC have been supporting our oil and gas retail and wholesale business exposed to daily challenges and severe competition. The legal advice we have received in the grand corporate restructuring project, on financing, commercial, competition and tax issues, has always been timely, reliable, innovative. What we appreciate is the lawyers’ dedication and efficiency, the way they add value to our corporation. With a team of highly competent experts in all areas, DPC take care of our business to remain compliant to the dynamically evolving regulatory requirements and to conquer new market niches.


CLIENT: D-r Nikolay Georgiev

COMPANY/FIRM: Medical Centre for Plastic Surgery D-r Nikolai Georgiev

TESTIMONIAL: Dimitrov, Petrov & Co. have lawyers very knowledgeable in medical malpractice matters. They represented our clinic in a complex two-instance court procedure and achieved success that was extremely important for our reputation. I remained impressed by their professionalism and creativity in building the winning strategy but also by the accuracy and transparency of the legal service.


CLIENT: Konstantin Bezuhanov

COMPANY/FIRM: Evrotrust Technologies AD

TESTIMONIAL: As CEO of a start-up company that seeks to impose an innovative product on the market, I highly value the legal advice given by DPC’s experts. Without their unique expertise in the FinTech sector our project would not be given green light. Subsequently, they helped us with corporate restructuring what ensured additional funding and paved the way to the company’s growth. This is indeed a full-service law firm on which I rely for this and other corporate projects.


CLIENT: Teodora Petrova

COMPANY/FIRM: Fox Networks Group Bulgaria

TESTIMONIAL: The lawyers of DPC have been supporting the in-house team of the Bulgarian subsidiary of 21st Century Fox for several years. We rely on their competent advice on versatile legal matters – from general corporate, commercial and employment issues to compliance and data privacy matters. They have outstanding lawyers in all areas but what the IP team make for us is quite impressive. They take care of our copyright day-to-day protection and achieve ground-breaking court decisions. I personally respect the precise work, client focused approach and the strong service standards of the law firm.