Notable cases

  • “Kaufland Bulgaria” has been ordered to pay a fine of BGN 343,417 ($196,300) by the Supreme Administrative Court, which has upheld the decision of the Commission for Protection of Competition (CPC) that established unfair behavior by the retail chain. In 2020, the CPC found a violation of the Competition Protection Act, which was manifested in “Kaufland’s” abuse of a stronger negotiating position against a prominent Bulgarian white beverages producer.
  • Advocate Vasil Markov won a case against Insurance Company Allianz Bulgaria EAD, emphasizing the importance of compliance with insurance agreements. The case drew attention due to its impact on insurance practices and consumer rights in Bulgaria.
  • Advocate Markov and his team registered the Bulgaria Fund Management Company with the Financial Supervisory Commission, along with its funds specifically designated for Bulgaria Golden Visa applicants.
  • Advising on SMP Solutions, Hungary acquiring DSK Bank subsidiary TranSecurity.
  • Advocate Markov represented a major sports retail brand franchiser in Bulgaria in a tax-related matter. Advocate Markov successfully had the Tax Office fines cancelled during the litigation process.