Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov & Velichkov’s corporate department combines expertise in venture capital and private equity with a background in large scale M&A transactions. The group also advises clients across the energy, telecoms and technology industries. At the helm of the practice, Zdravka Ugrinova has extensive experience in private equity transactions, joint ventures and acquisitions of both private and publicly listed companies. She leads the team with Violetta Kunze, who has a particular interest in the TMT sector. Valentin Bojilov assists with general corporate matters and dispute resolution, while Ralitsa Gougleva focuses on project finance, commercial contracts and data protection.
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Testimonials
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- We found the law firm to be very professional, cost-effective, suitably detailed in its work, and most importantly, solved our topics completely.
- The team combines deep M&A expertise with an exceptional understanding of the technology sector, allowing them to anticipate business issues beyond pure legal aspects. Their advice is consistently strategic, pragmatic, and commercially sound. Compared to other firms, they are more agile, better aligned with client objectives, and able to deliver under tight timelines without compromising quality. Their cross-border coordination and ability to manage complex, multi-jurisdictional matters stand out among peers.
- We were mainly working with Valentin Bojilov. I am fully happy with his work and his support.
- Partners such as Georgi Tzvetkov demonstrate outstanding leadership, commercial acumen, and negotiation skills — they are trusted advisers who feel like true partners in execution. Associates like Gergana Monovska are exceptionally responsive, detail-oriented, and proactive in identifying solutions before issues escalate. What sets the team apart is their combination of technical excellence, business empathy, and an unwavering commitment to client success.
- ‘I had the opportunity to work with several representatives of DGKV, specialists in various fields. I would describe this experience as very positive. Above all, a thorough approach and a desire to understand the specifics of the problem and special attention to detail.’
- ‘The people we worked with were truly amazing, and great negotiators. They really know their job, and which battles we must win. Great professionals.’
Key clients
- PPF Group NV
- Wiser Technology AD
- Founders Fund LLC
- Cognyte Technologies Israel Ltd.
- Doverie United Holding
- Ontotext AD
- IBM
- Marlabs LLC
- Akuo Energy
- Tencent
- Türkerler Holding A.Ş.
- European Bank for Reconstruction and Development (EBRD)
Work highlights
Advised PPF Group NV on the Bulgarian law aspects of the sale by PPF of 50% plus one share in PPF Telecom Group’s assets in Bulgaria, Hungary, Serbia and Slovakia, to Emirates Telecommunication Group Company.
Advised a shortlisted bidder for the acquisition of the local assets of Lukoil, including the only oil refinery in Bulgaria and a chain of gas stations.
Advised Bianor Holding AD on the acquisition of a number of software companies.
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Practice head
Zdravka Ugrinova; Violetta Kunze
Other key lawyers
Valentin Bojilov; Ralitsa Gougleva; Georgi Tzvetkov