Kinstellar’s energy team is highly regarded for its strength in energy transactions, including M&A transactions, due diligence and acquisitions of energy infrastructure and project financing. Advice on natural gas and electricity trading licenses, RES greenfield project development and energy regulatory matters. Mladen Minev covers the regulatory side while Diana Dimova leads on diverse energy transactions and concession mandates. The associate bench in the department was recently strengthened: first in January 2024 when Boryana Boteva joined from Sabev & Partners Law Firm, then in June 2024 with the joining of Iliyana Marinova from an in-house position, and finally again in October 2024 when Mihaela Dimitrova came from Gugushev & Partners Law Office.
Testimonials
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‘The practice is the best there is! The practice has both regulatory and transactional expertise in energy and can be considered a market leader. Strong energy specialists, commercial insight and timely advice. I trust this team completely. The practice excels in dealing with complex projects, especially when one has to consider many different areas of law and/or jurisdictions.’
‘Mladen Minev is a particularly smart and insightful lawyer. He thinks critically and strategically and leaves no stone upturned when dealing with complex topics. Atanas Mihaylov is extremely practical and solutions-driven. His efficiency is commendable. Diana Dimova is well-known on the market and her insights are highly valuable. She is very good at getting around roadblocks and proposing creative solutions.’
‘Kinstellar’s team demonstrates top-class legal knowledge in the field of energy and natural resources matters. Their experience in the sector, combined with a business-oriented approach, helps them provide tailored solutions to very complex matters. They handle challenges with a positive attitude and high efficiency. It is always a pleasure working with them.’
‘Our main contact and go-to lawyer for all energy-related matters is Mladen Minev. With a deep understanding of the energy sector and excellent industry knowledge, he brings every project to a successful conclusion. Mladen has an excellent understanding of clients' objectives and is always available to address their concerns. Atanas Mihaylov brings an additional value to every project with his broad expertise in various areas of law. He approaches each matter with care and diligence, thus providing thoughtful and clear advice.’
‘Team complementary with a proven experience and availability.’
‘Skilled, availability, business oriented. Just amazing.’
Key clients
- United Energy Group
- MVM CEEnergy Zrt
- DKV Mobility
- Terraverde CE AD
- Motor Oil Renewable Energy SA (MORE)
- Winslow Solar 2022 AD
- Aron & Company LLC
- DXT International SA
- Galleria Burgas EAD (part of MAS P.L.C.)
- Galleria Stara Zagora EAD (part of MAS P.L.C.)
- Sun’R International (part of Eiffage)
- Direct Petroleum Bulgaria
- European Bank for Reconstruction and Development
- ENERGO-PRO A.S.
Work highlights
- Advising United Energy Group on the acquisition of Green Profit EOOD, a developer of two photovoltaic power plant projects with approximate total capacity of 250 MW, for EUR 37.5m.
- Advising MVM CEEnergy Zrt. on obtaining a license for natural gas trading in Bulgaria.
- Aron & Company LLC on energy regulatory matters stemming directly from the EU regulatory framework.
Practice head
The lawyer(s) leading their teams.
Mladen Minev, Diana Dimova