CMS is well regarded for its experience in litigation and arbitration proceedings, both domestic or international, where the team addresses disputes relating to contracts and tort law as well as assisting with the security of claims being made and enforcement proceedings. The team is noted for its sectoral expertise in IP, insurance and employment litigation, and has recently been involved in commercial disputes, public procurement and confiscation claims. The team is jointly led by Assen Georgiev and Antonia Kehayova , while Georgiev covers litigation and alternative dispute resolution cases, Kehayova is well versed in commercial and public procurement litigation.
Testimonials
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- 'CMS Sofia serves us on a broad range, covering anything from regular insurance claims to highly specific disputes relating to investments. What impresses us is their ability to put together strong teams of experts, each time selecting the best professionals for the topic at hand. Their team is diverse and follows the firm’s professional standards in all aspects.'
- 'CMS takes the time to understand the business, both in terms of financials, but also in terms of relationships. The lawyers are subject matter experts and effective listeners.'
Key clients
- Xylem Water Solutions Sweden AB
- Bulgarian National Bank
- ZAD Allianz Bulgaria
- Two Bulgarian holding companies
- Espe Energy Bulgaria AD
- Smart bioenergy GmbH
- CHS Bulgaria EOOD
Work highlights
- Representing Xylem in settling a commercial dispute with a Bulgarian hydropower producer before the ICC International Court of Arbitration.
- Successfully defended an ex-minister of the government of the Republic of Bulgaria in conflict-of-interest proceedings before the Commission for Anti-Corruption and Illegal Assets Forfeiture.
- Representing Espe Energy Bulgaria in court in relation to several complex litigation procedures related to a commercial claim for annulment of a contract for sale of a commercial enterprise.
Lawyers
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Assen Georgiev, Antonia Kehayova