With in-depth knowledge of Bulgarian and EU regulatory frameworks, Dinova Rusev & Partners is geared to support clients in energy compliance, licensing and grid access matters. The team has a track record acting on M&A deals in the energy sector, project financing, the development of green energy projects and dispute resolution. At the head of the practice, Iliya Grozdanov is well versed in matters related to energy, particularly renewables and electricity trading. Radoslav Zahariev is a further key contact.
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Testimonials
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- 'Iliya Grozdanov is highly visible, well-versed in his brief, and articulate in the policy debate on implementing the Green Transition in Bulgaria.'
- 'The team not only has an excellent understanding of key RES legal issues but were able to provide important commercial insights based on deep local market knowledge.'
- 'I have worked very closely with Iliya Grozdanov and I am very impressed by his know-how. network and business oriented mindset. He has always been a hands-on advisor on all legal and M&A matters we have reached to him for. I strongly recommend him to anyone looking for legal council in the energy industry.'
- 'The energy projects team is outstanding. They have real expertise in the industry and are one of the very few that can take care of complex legal matters on the topic.'
- 'Dinova Rusev & Partners stands out as one of the most capable and forward-thinking legal practices in Bulgaria, particularly in the renewable energy and infrastructure sectors. Their team combines deep regulatory expertise with a strong commercial perspective, ensuring that legal advice is not only technically sound but also strategically aligned with clients’ investment and operational goals.'
- 'Dinova Rusev & Partners takes a leading role in shaping the policy debate through BGWEA and other industry bodies. The firm also has taken on sector-defining litigation, such as defending the Bulgarian wind industry under the Bern Convention.'
Key clients
- CCI
- Casori SLR
- Yar Power SLR
- KMM Solar
- Capao AI
- Ignitis Renewables
- Taaleri Energia
- United Group
- Orenergy
- CPC Bulgaria
- CWP Global
- Idea Solare S.R.L
Work highlights
Advised Taaleri Energia on its acquisition of 600 MW PV and 600 MW BESS power plant.
Advised CWP Global on EIA disputes for a c. 200 MW wind power project.
Advised United Energy on EPC contract for construction of 80 MW wind project.
Practice head
Iliya Grozdanov
Other key lawyers
Radoslav Zahariev