Kinstellar’s real estate and construction team is a one-stop-shop for matters across the real estate lifecycle, including project structuring, leasing, financing and asset management. The group represents global developers, major corporates and investors in mandates across the commercial, hospitality, residential and renewable energy sectors. Antonia Mavrova, who coordinates the practice, is noted for her capabilities in real estate acquisitions, such as office buildings, shopping centres and hotels. Atanas Mihaylov is one of the key contacts among a strong pool of more junior lawyers in the team.
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Testimonials
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- 'Mladen Minev shows remarkable expertise in navigating regulatory complexities, ensuring that every aspect of the transaction meets all legal requirements. He consistently stays updated on changing laws, which provides significant benefits to his clients. His commitment to excellence, combined with a practical, solution-focused approach, ensures that transactions run smoothly and that clients’ interests are always fully protected.'
- 'Atanas Mihaylov is a highly skilled legal professional, known for his deep understanding of complex regulatory frameworks. He approaches every matter with professionalism, ensuring that transactions are fully compliant and carefully managed. Combined with his strong problem-solving skills and unwavering ethical conduct, Atanas inspires trust and is a key contributor to the team’s success.'
- 'Simeon Vachev consistently demonstrates exceptional attention to detail and a thorough understanding of real estate regulations. His proactive attitude and timely responses have been invaluable in meeting tight deadlines. Simeon’s responsiveness and clear communication help keep projects on track and running smoothly from start to finish.’
- 'Antonia Mavrova always understands our business’s needs and goals, anticipates market challenges before they arise and fights for our business’s interest with passion and professionalism. She has a unique knowledge of the market and an exact flair for players and tendencies. Having an exceptional judgment and a strategic view is what makes her a sector expert in the industry and in the legal practice of real estate.'
- 'With a reputation for excellence across high-stakes real estate transactions, Antonia Mavrova is a standout advisor on the most challenging transactions. She excels in securing favorable terms for her clients without ever compromising legal integrity. Her calm, solution-oriented approach during challenging negotiations makes her a reliable and trusted partner for any real estate transaction.'
- 'Atanas Mihaylov combines deep expertise, business-oriented approach to solutions and excellent client service. The service he provides is beyond legal advice, it is clarity, reassurance and trustworthiness, which is what makes him an invaluable partner for our business.'
Key clients
- First Big Orange Garden
- TSH Investment AD
- Mitiska REIM
- Park Lane Development
- HAVI Logistics
- United Energy Group
- European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
- Raiffeisen Bank International AG
- OL Digital
- Unique Estates
- CTPark
- Photosol Développement SAS
Work highlights
Advised First Big Orange Garden, a special purpose vehicle, on its acquisition of the FairPlay Business Hub.
Advised TSH Investment, the joint venture between the real estate investment companies Trinity Capital and HUS Invest, on the acquisition of Park Center shopping mall, one of the biggest shopping malls in Bulgaria (spanning 21,100 sqm).
Advised Mitiska REIM and Park Lane Developments, on the acquisition of a sizeable land plot (consisting of nearly 22,000 sqm) for the development of a major retail park in Varna, Bulgaria.
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Leading associates
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Practice head
Antonia Mavrova
Other key lawyers
Mladen Minev; Simeon Vachev; Atanas Mihaylov