Penkov, Markov & Partners has a ‘highly knowledgeable and dedicated’ corporate and M&A team that is active in the energy, real estate and insurance sectors, where they advise clients on cross-border M&A transactions and general corporate questions, with a sector specific expertise. The team is jointly headed by founding partners Vladimir Penkov , who brings with him extensive transactional expertise and Ivan Markov who is well versed in corporate and commercial matters. The third practice head is Nikolay Cvetanov, who advises banking and TMT clients on private transactions, M&A and compliance matters.

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  • ‘Nikolay Cvetanov displays an exemplary level of leadership and expertise. His standout qualities include his promptness and diligence in addressing our needs, as well as his deep understanding of the unique objectives of our business. His proactive and insightful approach has set him apart from competitors.'
  • 'Nikolay Cvetanov, Ivan Markov and Tihomir Tishev were not only prompt and diligent but also displayed an unparalleled level of commitment to our cause. They took the time to thoroughly understand the specific objectives and means of our business, offering invaluable recommendations that were seamlessly incorporated.'
  • ‘Milena Gaidarska participates in all negotiations and planning of deal structures and has extensive experience in this field. In addition, she knows our business well and always prepares suitable solutions.'

  • 'Boris Strijlev works on negotiations on and drafting of commercial contracts. We are very happy with his work in this sphere, and he is a trusted colleague.'

  • ‘Penkov, Markov & Partners have a solid M&A team and a lot of professionals in the sphere, who prepare the documentation diligently, efficiently and fast.'

  • ‘Penkov, Markov & Partners are truly "More than corporate attorneys."'

  • ‘The team is responsible, flexible and acting in very professional way.’

  • ‘The team's strengths and key capabilities include extensive experience in a variety of practice areas, such as commercial law, litigation, real estate, employment law, and intellectual property. The lawyers at Penkov Markov are highly knowledgeable and dedicated.'

Key clients

  • FIDELIS RESEARCH AD
  • Vienna Insurance Group
  • STAMH LTD
  • PAC Doverie AD
  • Peltina OOD
  • Karelia Bulgaria EOOD
  • Granitoid AD
  • MVB Truck and Bus Bulgaria EAD
  • ABBA
  • Cancham
  • Tiger Technology AD
  • Arteks Engineering AD
  • Mondi Stambolijski EAD
  • Zagorka AD (part of Heineken Group)
  • BA Glass Bulgaria AD
  • 4SMART OOD
  • GD Capital Management AD
  • Infinity Capital AD
  • Klett Lernen und Information
  • Mania Team AD
  • Unilink S.A.
  • Niko – 99 Jordanka Todorova EOOD
  • MINSTROY HOLDING AD
  • Eurostar EOOD
  • PIERRE FABRE BULGARIA EOOD
  • Atland Investment AD

Work highlights

  • Advised the shareholders of Fidelis Research AD on the sale of the registered capital to BioIVT, part of Linden investment Group.
  • Advised Global Biomet on one of the largest local solar projects for acquisition and development of above 100MW PV plant, with market value of the investment of circa EUR 100,000,000.
  • Advised Unilink Bulgaria EOOD and I&G Insurance Brokers OOD on the EUR 35,000,000 acquisition of SDI Group AD.

Lawyers

Leading partners
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Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Vladimir Penkov, Ivan Markov, Nikolay Cvetanov

Other key lawyers

Roman Stoyanov, Boris Lazarov, Milena Gaidarska, Boris Strijlev, Tihomir Tishev