Stoeva, Tchompalov & Znepolski

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

• 'Iordan Tchompalov is calm, available, and strategic — he spots potential issues before they turn into problems and keeps negotiations on track.'
• 'Tihomir Todorov is impressive, combining deep technical knowledge with a very approachable style. Both make you feel like they’re part of your own team rather than outside advisers. The associates supporting them were also sharp and responsive, which made the whole process smooth.'
• 'Stoeva, Tchompalov & Znepolski is among the very few Bulgarian law firms with a deep understanding of both the essence and the underlying policy issues of capital markets law. Iordan Tchompalov has been active in the field for decades, while Natalia Yordanova brings more than 15 years of experience. Together, they have built outstanding expertise across a wide range of capital markets and banking matters, including investment funds, listed company regulations, disclosure requirements, and market abuse. Their responses to our queries are consistently prompt, and their advice is both practical and tailored to the circumstances. Importantly, they also maintain their fees at a very reasonable level.'
• 'The Banking, Finance and Capital Markets team combines deep expertise with a very proactive approach, which makes them stand out. They are not only highly responsive but also anticipate potential issues and address them before they become obstacles. Potential clients would value their ability to manage complex financing structures with precision while still keeping the process practical and straightforward. The team’s strong coordination, collaborative spirit, and consistency under pressure give real confidence in the outcome of transactions.'
• 'The individuals I have worked with stand out for their responsiveness, attention to detail, and ability to provide clear guidance in complex financing matters. I would particularly highlight Iordan Tchompalov, whose expertise, calm approach, and strong coordination skills have been invaluable in keeping transactions on track and ensuring that key issues are addressed efficiently.'
• 'Stoeva, Tchompalov & Znepolski is a firm that offers a unique combination of big-firm expertise with a boutique-firm feel. We were drawn to them because they are specialists in banking and insurance, rather than a jack-of-all-trades firm. This focused approach means they truly understand our industry's specific challenges and regulatory landscape, especially in the Bulgarian market.'

Key clients

• Eurohold Bulgaria AD
• Varengold Bank AG (Germany)
• Belozem Solar Park 2 OOD (Bulgaria)
• Electrohold Bulgaria OOD (Bulgaria)
• SDI Group AD
• Sizigy OOD (Bulgaria)
• ABV Investments EOOD (Bulgaria)
• First Financial Brokerage House
• Insurance company Armeec (Bulgaria)
• Balkan Agricultural OOD –
• AXA (Belgium)
• Factory AD

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Iordan Tchompalov