The dispute resolution team at Wolf Theiss stands out for its work in complex cross border disputes, including corporate and criminal investigations, commercial disputes and arbitrations and asset tracing and recovery. With in-depth knowledge of the energy sector, the firm advises on cases against the regulator, state and energy traders. The group is jointly steered by three partners: Anna Rizova leads on competition and employment litigation, Radoslav Mikov typically acts in energy disputes, and Oleg Temnikov acts in insolvency matters and criminal investigations following his promotion to partner in January 2025.
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Testimonials
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- ‘I have been working with Oleg Temnikov and Radoslav Mikov from Wolf Theiss Bulgarian office for years on complex and unconventional commercial litigation cases, where there are no clear or quick solutions. Nevertheless, they consistently provide well-reasoned and appropriate solutions tailored to each specific case, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail without losing sight of the bigger picture.’
- ‘Oleg Temnikov and Radoslav Mikov delve into the nature of the problem to find practical and legally sound resolutions. They are always accessible and explain matters clearly, even to non-specialists. When I work with them, I feel calm and confident that I am receiving legal advice of the highest standard.’
- ‘Wolf Theiss' office in Bulgaria has a dedicated dispute resolution, insolvency and restructuring team. The particular strength of Wolf Theiss' team is their ability to swiftly intervene on complicated multi jurisdictional and multi-disciplinary matters, as well as in variety of local judicial proceedings.’
- ‘The team is led by Oleg Temnikov, who is highly experienced in similar mandates involving cross border and commercial aspects. Talliya Romanova is also remarkable member of the team, working efficiently and diligently on this matter.’
- ‘Their team is known for representing international clients in arbitration cases, as well as having very active energy litigation practice. Some of the main figures in the litigation team are also in the energy department. As they combine the strengths of their different offices around Europe, the Bulgarian team often participates in commercial arbitrations with cross-country aspects.’
- 'Oleg Temnikov is a very good professional in the arbitration field and energy law, and he is also an active arbiter at the rooster for internal and international arbitration cases with the Arbitration court with BCCI. He has good specialisation in the field and becomes one of the recognisable names. It is always interesting to have him as opponent, as one might expect flexible and commercially-oriented defence of his clients' interests in such cases.'
Key clients
- Advanced Nutrients
- Austrade
- Energeo
- Scientific Games
- VESTO
- Axpo
- Uniontrade
- The Walt Disney Company
- ITOCHU
- H&M Hennes & Mauritz
Work highlights
Advising and representing ITOCHU on a commercial dispute in Bulgaria.
Advisesing The Walt Disney Company on its IP rights enforcement proceedings in Bulgaria, including in criminal proceedings and proceedings before customs.
Lawyers
Next Generation Partners
Junior partners with significant recognition from clients and peers in the market and key roles on multiple matters.
Practice head
Anna Rizova; Radoslav Mikov; Oleg Temnikov
Other key lawyers
Talliya Romanova