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Dinova Rusev & Partners Offices
22 EMILE DE LAVELEYE STR
1000 SOFIA
Bulgaria
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Dinova Rusev & Partners > The Legal 500 Rankings
Dispute resolution Tier 1
Dinova Rusev & Partners excels in energy disputes, where Iliya Grozdanov takes the lead in mulitple high-profile and high-value claims, such as representing an international corporation in precedent-setting arbitration against the Bulgarian State concerning the renewables sector. However, under the leadership of Konstantin Stambolov, the practice also has a significant caseload of disputes across of a range of industries, including retail, real estate and construction and food and beverage, among others.
Practice head(s):
Konstantin Stambolov
Other key lawyers:
Iliya Grozdanov
Testimonials
‘Good exprience and knowledge on dispute resolution matters. ’
‘Iliya Grozdanov has very good negotiation skills.’
‘They are very business-oriented, practical, easy to communicate with and they possess specific knowledge about energy law.’
‘Recommend Iliya Grozdanov for his specific knowledge about energy trading; very business oriented, practical, easy to communicate with.’
Key clients
AP Retail I (a Hystead Group company)
Kaliakra Wind Power (KWP)
Terna S.A.
Terna Energy
3M Bulgaria
Egleka Group
Bulgarian Development Fund
Major international investor in the energy field
Commercial, corporate and M&A Tier 2
Dinova Rusev & Partners acts for some well-known international companies as well as signficiant domestic players, with a noteworthy following among mining companies. A large partner team of six is led by experienced transaction lawyer Anelia Dinova, whose primary focus is inward investment into Bulgaria. She is supported by Iliya Grozdanov, who is recommended for his knowledge of the energy sector. The firm recently won a competitive pitch to become preferred Bulgarian advisor to a well-known global company. Other clients include McDonalds and UK retail chain Marks & Spencer.
Practice head(s):
Anelia Dinova
Other key lawyers:
Iliya Grozdanov
Testimonials
‘The team is highly responsive and interacts with care for capturing the problem/question raised.’
‘Iliya Grozdanov is recommended; a long time partner with good knowledge of our business.’
‘Strong team players, fast response to the enquiries, deep analytic reply providing optional scenarios of the solutions, very professional attitude.’
‘Immediate contact back with drawing of action plan. Very easy to work with all of them.’
Key clients
Major US private equity investment fund
Major IT group
3M
McDonalds
EkoBulgaria
Monsanto
AP Retail
Northrop Grumman
Danaos Development
Fourlis Group
Marks & Spencer
Sephora Bulgaria
Marinopoulos Group
Yazaki
Imerys Minerals Bulgaria
Sofia Hotel Balkan
Economou Shipping
Beit
Devico Bulgaria
Vitasource
Catechin Water Laboratories
Il Cosmetics
Astron Chemicals
IPA Architects
Greenville Bulgaria
EU and competition Tier 2
Dinova Rusev & Partners advises on antitrust investigations and proceedings, as well as handling merger control and compliance reviews for a client base of mid-sized to large companies. The firm is representing a regional motor fuel producer and distributor under investigation by the Bulgarian competition regulator for alleged violations of cartel and anti-monopoly laws. Milen Rusev, formerly of the competition regulator, the CPC, leads the team, which includes Ivelina Cherneva, who focuses on the competition of aspects of M&A transactions.
Practice head(s):
Milen Rusev
Other key lawyers:
Ivelina Cherneva; Yordan Minko
Key clients
3M Bulgaria
AP Retail I
Sofia South Ring Mall
Sephora Bulgaria
Imerys Minerals Bulgaria
Daskalantonakis group of companies
Marinopoulos group
Eko Bulgaria
Projects and PPP Tier 2
Managing partner Anelia Dinova at Dinova Rusev & Partners has a track record of project 'firsts' in the market, particularly in relation to energy projects within the renewables field. The firm is also experienced in public procurement, where managing associate Gergana Chushkova takes the lead and advises on public and private tenders across a range of heavy industries, such as rail. The firm is currently also assisting Kaliakra Wind Power with amendments to project financing agreements related to its wind power plant.
Practice head(s):
Anelia Dinova
Other key lawyers:
Gergana Chushkova
Key clients
Immerys Minerals Bulgaria
AP Retail I, European Trade Centre and C Energy
Kaliakra Wind Power
Banking, finance and capital markets Tier 3
Dinova Rusev & Partners acts for companies and investors in a variety of finance transactions, security-related work and regulatory matters, including some high-value and complex debt restructuring. Practice head Diana Valkova is experienced in the field and leads a capable team that includes fellow partner Georgi Vladov, who has project finance, syndicated loan and financial compliance expertise.
Practice head(s):
Diana Valkova
Other key lawyers:
Georgi Vladov; Anelia Dinova
Key clients
3M
Economou Shipping
Terna Energy (GEK Terna group)
AP Retail I
Northrop Grumman
Kaliakra Wind Power
Cash Advance Bulgaria
Imerys Minerals Bulgaria
House Market Bulgaria
Trade Estates Bulgaria
Energy and natural resources Tier 3
Dinova Rusev & Partners is particularly focused on the mining industry with its client roster comprising multiple mining companies operating in Bulgaria. However, the practice also handles disputes within the wider energy sector, such as a competition case for Kaliakra Wind Power. Iliya Grozdanov has valuable experience and is supported by head of dispute resolution Konstantin Stambolov.
Practice head(s):
Iliya Grozdanov
Other key lawyers:
Konstantin Stambolov
Testimonials
‘We work solely with DRP when we need legal services in the energy area. We are satisfied with their services and see no reason to use a different firm.’
‘The team at DRP is competent and provides prompt advice.’
Key clients
Terna Energy
Mitsubishi Heavy Industries
Bulgarian Energy Holding
Kaliakra Wind Power
Assos Capital – AP Retail I
Energo Pro
Gorubso Kardzali
House Market Bulgaria
Trade Estates Bulgaria
Real estate and construction Tier 3
Real estate and construction is a core area of practice at Dinova Rusev & Partners, where Georgi Vladov, Anelia Dinova and litigator Iliya Grozdanov comprise an experienced team. Although the firm has a broad offering, it has niche expertise in mall management and hospitality services and acts for two major shopping malls in Sofia.
Practice head(s):
Georgi Vladov
Other key lawyers:
Anelia Dinova; Iliya Grozdanov
Testimonials
‘The team understands the needs of the customer and gives clear information on the issue.’
‘Established, long-term cooperation with mutual trust and respect.’
Key clients
Assos Capital
AP Retail I
Svartehavet
Marinopoulos
South Ring Mall Sofia
Baltic International Bank
Eko Bulgaria
Terna Energy
Terna
Sun Foods
Imerys Minerals Bulgaria
Gorubso Kardjali
House Market Bulgaria
Telerik
MG Consult
Trade Estates Bulgaria
Dinova Rusev & Partners > Firm Profile
Main Contacts
| Department | Name | Telephone | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Banking and finance | Diana Valkova | ||
| Banking and finance | Georgi Vladov | ||
| Capital markets | Diana Valkova | ||
| Company and commercial, M&A | Anelia Dinova | ||
| Company and commercial, M&A | Milen Rusev | ||
| Competition and antitrust | Milen Rusev | ||
| Dispute resolution | Konstantin Stambolov | ||
| Employment | Vesela Kabatliyska | ||
| Energy and environment | Iliya Grozdanov | ||
| Real estate and construction | Georgi Vladov | ||
| Real estate and construction | Anelia Dinova | ||
| Shipping | Georgi Vladov | ||
| TMT | Milen Rusev |