Stoeva, Tchompalov & Znepolski handles a range of corporate mandates that comprise M&A transactions, advice to shareholders and boards of directors, SPA’s and day-to-day corporate advice, while also having experience in commercial litigation, for a number of leading Bulgarian companies, including Eurohold Bulgaria and SDI Group. The team is led by Irina Stoeva, who has extensive experience in commercial projects and transactions, as well as frequently handling commercial litigation.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘They offer a comprehensive service and complete all the required work independently without much input required. I find this extremely valuable as a business owner with limited time.’

  • ‘I know Irina Stoeva from many years and have used the legal services offered by her law firm in various situations. Compared to other law firm STZ team has proved extensive knowledge in corporate and commercial law, creativity to find alternative solutions and efficient and pragmatic advice based on the market practices familiarity. The team operates smoothly, deliver on time the expected quality and always shows a genuine interest in the business. The involvement of the partners in any client’s matter is also something to be appreciated.’

  • ‘Irina Stoeva has business acumen, pragmatic approach and highly motivated to go the extra mile when needed to get a deal done. Iordan Tchompalov is highly appreciated figure in the practice as he is very active across domestic and cross-border M&A, private equity transactions and financings. He has excellent knowledge and a good sense of what is needed to be done to make the deal work. Miroslava Iordanova is very competent and efficient young lawyer that goes directly to the point. ’

  • ‘The law firm serves both Bulgarian and international clients across varying sectors. What I appreciate the most is that STZ lawyers pay attention to the minor issues from the day-to-day business as they do with the big projects. They are trustworthy and make client feels comfortable and confident when taking business decision.’

  • ‘The whole team is highly skilled and knowledgeable with relevant experience in the corporate and commercial matters. Irina Stoeva and Iordan Tchompalov have excellent legal background and expertise in the field of private equity. They are able to go beyond and above to deliver what the client asked for. Miroslava Iordanova and Tihomir Todorov are passionate young lawyers ready to take every challenge met by the client and to find an appropriate solution. ’

  • ‘This practice is unique with its business oriented and flexible advice. The entire team is always available and has short feedback time. It provides high-profile advice in complex multinational transactions. ’

  • ‘Iordan Tchompalov stands out with his experience and expertise. He's always available for the client, his advice is tailor-made, very helpful and comprehensive. He provides solutions for complex cases.’

  • ‘I know Stoeva Tchompalov and Znepolski for a number of years and have used the legal services in various situations, but mostly in dealing with regulatory issues. They have profound knowledge of and long-term experience in corporate and commercial law, deliver efficient and market-oriented advice. Great team of lawyers!’

Key clients

  • Eurohold Bulgaria AD
  • GlaxoSmithKline
  • Genesis Trading AD
  • SDI Group
  • Dialogue Plus Ltd
  • KWU International Professional League EAD
  • Industry Development Holding JSC
  • Adara AD
  • Abacus Broker
  • Premier Fond REIT
  • Samex Ltd.
  • Alteron REIT
  • We Love Digi Ltd
  • Armonia
  • Bolkan & Sea properties REIT
  • Circular Communications Ltd
  • Gnosi
  • Nielsen Admosphere A.S
  • Periggo
  • EU Consult OOD
  • Haleon

Work highlights

  • Advised SDI Group and its shareholders on the sale of SDI Group to the Polish Unilink owned by Acrisure.
  • Advises the liquidation of the Bulgarian subsidiary of Nielsen.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Irina Stoeva

Other key lawyers

Iordan Tchompalov, Miroslava Iordanova, Tihomir Todorov