Dimitrov, Petrov & Co

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Dimitrov, Petrov & Co is hailed as having ‘simply exceptional’ expertise in dispute resolution. The team covers commercial and regulatory litigation and arbitration, cross border debt recovery cases and public procurement procedures. The team delivers first-rate expertise in disputes in the energy, IP, real estate and employment sectors, due to the firm’s full-service approach. Following the departure of Metodi Baykushev the practice is now jointly led by Pencho Stanchev, who specialises in dispute resolution, arbitration and energy law and litigator Encho Simeonov, who has extensive expertise in the medical malpractices field and was promoted to partner in March 2023. Other key team members include Alexander Georgiev, who received a promotion to senior associate in March 2023, Alexander Todorov and Donka Stoyanova.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘Excellent team with exceptional client commitment, extremely knowledgeable and reliable.’

  • ‘Pencho Stanchev - one of the best and most pragmatic litigation experts I had the pleasure of working with. His strong client focus, dedication and ability to manage complex cases within extremely challenging deadlines make him stand out from the crowd.’

  • ‘The dispute resolution practice of Dimitrov, Petrov & Co. is dedicated and determined to bring a case to a successful end. They know all court procedures in detail and are brilliant strategists.’

  • ‘Encho Simeonov who is in charge of our case is a great litigator - very calm, consistent and goal-oriented.’

  • ‘Dimitrov, Petrov & Co's expertise in dispute resolution is simply exceptional. They possess a profound understanding of the legal process, and their ability to strategize and find innovative solutions to the most complex disputes is truly commendable.’

  • ‘I am impressed by Pencho Stanchev, Alexander Georgiev and Sylvina Beleva. They are all super litigators! Thanks to Pencho's exceptional skills and tireless dedication, my dispute was resolved in a manner that far exceeded my expectations. Alexander Georgiev' responsiveness to my inquiries and regular updates on the progress of my case kept me informed and assured throughout the entire process.'

  • ‘What makes them unique is the exceptional client care. They work with rare dedication, and we feel safe as we know that they watch out for us, always flagging the risks. They are very proactive in defending our best interest.’

  • ‘What makes Dimitrov, Petrov & Co Dispute resolution team unique is their dedication to our success which is truly exceptional. They proactively keep us informed of regulatory changes and updates, allowing us to adapt our strategies accordingly.’

  • ‘Pencho Stanchev profound expertise, meticulous attention to detail, exceptional communication skills, and unwavering dedication have impressed not only me but the whole company. Alexander Georgiev is incredible smart lawyer with sharp mind and huge expertise.’

Key clients

  • Inekon Group A.S.
  • Sliven Eparchy
  • United Bulgarian Bank
  • Vodokanalstroy – Dimitar Kostov EOOD
  • Van Ameyde International
  • Mait EOOD
  • Most 81
  • Ekarisaj-Varna EOOD
  • Armenian General Benevolent Union
  • Bispud
  • Medical Dental Centre ISUL-Tzaritza Yoanna EOOD
  • Tradenet Varna
  • FORTUNA R.E. OOD
  • Second Multidisciplinary Hospital for Active Treatment - Sofia EAD

Work highlights

  • Representing Inekon Group A.S. on an extremely complex case in regard to recovering receivables of the latter from Sofia Municipality.
  • Representing United Bulgarian Bank in a series of lawsuits related to payment fraud.
  • Successfully representing the Armenian General Benevolent Union in a complicated real estate dispute originating from the will of an Armenian-American merchant who bequeathed his land property in Bulgaria for charity purposes.

Lawyers

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Pencho Stanchev, Encho Simeonov

Other key lawyers

Alexander Georgiev, Alexander Todorov, Donka Stoyanova, Sylvina Beleva