As a regular fixture in civil and commercial litigation and arbitration, the dispute resolution team at Georgiev, Todorov & Co remains a reference in the market for clients in the energy, finance, mining and construction sectors. The group also has extensive experience in administrative proceedings and representation before Bulgarian courts. Ivan Todorov co-leads the team, frequently assisting with administrative procedures, and fellow practice head Arno Mamasian is active in energy disputes and insolvency cases. The practice also benefits from Tsvetelina Dimitrova, who is and accomplished advisor on complex international disputes.
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- What makes Georgiev, Todorov & Co's dispute resolution practice unique is their ability to combine rigorous legal analysis with strategic foresight and practical judgment. The team is known for resolving high-stakes disputes efficiently and intelligently, always focusing on achieving the best possible outcome for the clients.
- The firm is known for its strong legal expertise across various industries, particularly in areas like commercial litigation, arbitration, administrative, and regulatory disputes. The depth of knowledge allows it to handle complex cases with a high success rate, offering both strategic advice and precise execution. The team benefits from experienced leadership, including senior partners with decades of experience in dispute resolution.
- The qualities I value most in the individuals I worked with (in particular, Tsvetelina Dimitrova) are judgment, commitment, and trust. They have a notable strength in analytical precision, responsiveness, and initiative. It is this combination of professional skill and personal integrity that makes the Georgiev, Todorov & Co team exceptional and true partners in problem-solving.
- We have been working for years with Ivan Todorov, who is the founder and senior partner in the law firm. He stands out as a litigator due to his exceptional strategic thinking, deep understanding of complex legal frameworks, and ability to navigate intricate cases with a calm and analytical approach. He has a unique combination of sharp legal acumen and strong advocacy skills, which set him apart from competitors, often resulting in favorable outcomes even in challenging situations.
- ‘Dispute Resolution at Georgiev, Todorov & Co is very well versed in domestic and international litigation and arbitration. They are a great team, always focused on clients' needs and towards resolving the problems in the most efficient manner and to the benefit to the client.’
- ‘I have worked with Ivan Todorov who is a seasoned litigator and strategic master mind in the firm. I have also worked with Dobrina Pavlova, and she is very proficient, pragmatic and professional.’
Key clients
- Thermal Power Plant Ruse
- Power Distribution Networks West
- Union of the Producers of Green Energy
- Dundee Precious Metals Chelopech
- European Trade of Energy
- Pro Trade Finance Consult
- Agricultural State Fund
- Via Construct Group
- Black Swan Technologies
- Thermal Heating Plant Ruse AD
- Union of the producers of Green Energy
- Acibadem City Clinic Group
Work highlights
Advising Thermal Power Plant Ruse in a dispute filed by Mechel Carbon A.G. for enforcement of obligations under a special pledge agreement with claims of €15m.
Advising Sofia District Heating company (Toplofikacia Sofia) on disputes in connection with an established illegal connection to the electricity distribution network of Power Distribution Network West.
Representing the Black Swan technologies in complex software dispute against Econt Express.
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Practice head
Ivan Todorov; Arno Mamasian
Other key lawyers
Tsvetelina Dimitrova; Nikolay Lazarov, Miglena Pineva; Dobrina Pavlova