Dr Nikolay Kolev > Boyanov & Co. > Sofia, Bulgaria > Lawyer Profile

Boyanov & Co. advises on a wide range of energy matters, including assisting with fossil fuel exploration permits, contractual and regulatory issues in the distribution and supply of natural gas, and public procurement processes in the nuclear energy sector. As well as providing regulatory advice, Damian Simeonov, head of the firm’s banking and finance practice, has experience of financing energy projects. The team also handles mergers, acquisitions and unfair competition proceedings pertaining to the energy sector. Alexander Chatalbashev  heads up the practice, which counts EVN Energy, Westinghouse Electric and Sunowe Solar GmbH among its clients. Counsel Nikolay Kolev is another name to note.

Boyanov & Co.’s dispute resolution practice specialises in commercial and civil litigation, with expertise in proceedings arising from insolvencies, employment law, energy, and IP infringements. Kina Chuturkova, who heads the practice, is a former judge of 21 years’ experience and is a qualified arbitrator, with a permanent seat at the Arbitration Court of the Bulgarian Industrial Association. Former partner Boyko Voynov now occupies a consulting role within the practice, continuing to advise clients in the banking sector on long-running and ongoing disputes. Partner Radoslav Alexandrov is experienced in employment and tax litigation, while Dr Nikolay Kolev advises on energy disputes. The firm counts Wizz Air, UBS, Philip Morris and Bayer among its clients.