Multinational corporations, Bulgarian companies and governmental bodies regularly turn to Jordanov, Ignatov, Ivanov Law Firm for advice during unfair competition cases and for acquisition and merger clearance, where the team frequently appears before the Bulgarian Commission and the European Commission. The firm shows particular strength advising across the energy and increasingly the logistics sectors and counts a number of high-profile clients in its roster. Dimitar Ivanov leads the practice and is supported by senior associate Svetlana Valeva who together ‘work perfectly as a team’ according to clients.

Legal 500 Editorial commentary

Testimonials

Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.

  • ‘JII Law Firm offers exceptional legal services across a wide spectrum of legal areas. Their EU and Competition Legal Practice is unrivaled, encompassing a broad range of expertise in competition law, including antitrust, merger clearance, compliance, and litigation.’

  • ‘Our main point of contact within the EU and Competition department at JII Law Firm is the highly capable Svetlana Valeva, who closely collaborates with the esteemed partner, Dimitar Ivanov. Both of these individuals exemplify excellence in the legal profession. What sets Svetlana and Dimitar apart is their business-oriented approach. When we approach them with inquiries or concerns, they don't just provide legal answers; they tailor their responses to our specific business needs and objectives. This pragmatic and solution-focused mindset has proven invaluable in our interactions.’

  • ‘Our key contacts at the law firm are Dimitar Ivanov and Svetlana Valeva. Both are very responsive and work perfectly as a team. Dimitar always provides practical and business-oriented advice. Svetlana is very focused and dedicated to what she does. She is very diligent, expedient, and accurate.’

  • ‘What truly sets JII Law Firm apart is their outstanding team, encompassing professionals from all departments, including the EU and Competition Department. Each member of their team embodies excellence, offering a depth of legal knowledge, dedication, and strategic insight that has been pivotal to our legal success.’

  • ‘Svetlana Valeva is undoubtedly a valuable asset within the JII Law Firm team. Throughout our engagement, Svetlana demonstrated an in-depth understanding of the intricacies of merger clearance, particularly in the context of local competition authorities.’

  • 'In matters pertaining to EU law and competition, Svetlana Valeva has been our invaluable point of contact at JII Law Firm. She stands out as an unparalleled expert in these domains, possessing an exceptional reputation in the legal community.’
  • ‘One of JII Law Firm's standout attributes is their team of seasoned legal professionals. Their lawyers ensure that our legal concerns are not just addressed but also strategically managed for our benefit. This has been particularly evident in their handling of EU and competition matters, where their in-depth knowledge and strategic insights have consistently provided us with a competitive advantage.’

  • ‘The extensive experience and profound understanding of the senior associate Svetlana Valeva in EU law and competition regulations have proven to be instrumental in guiding us through intricate compliance issues, antitrust concerns, and complex legal challenges.’

Key clients

  • Plesio Computers
  • Didis Kitchen
  • Ministry of Energy
  • Coca Cola Hellenic Bottling Company
  • Xella Bulgaria
  • Leader 96
  • Mundus Services
  • UVI United Vision
  • Aqua Lens
  • Lenses BG
  • Effect 2002
  • Genik Kafe Reshenia
  • SP Rentals
  • Smart Organic
  • Tavilog
  • BPD Ring Road
  • Varna Logistics
  • BPD Industrial Real Estate Fund

Work highlights

  • Represented Didy's Kitchen in a case pertaining to the application of Regulation (EU) No 1407/2013 concerning Articles 107 and 108 of the Treaty on the Functioning of the European Union on de minimis aid.
  • Represent Mundus Services before a new panel of the first instance court.
  • Advised on the acquisition of Varna Logistics EOOD by an investment, insurance and banking group, including supporting the transaction on all acquisition clearance aspects before the Commission for Protection of Competition.

Lawyers

Leading associates
Rising stars with regular involvement in their team's key work, and recognition from peers or clients as being ones to watch.

Practice head

The lawyer(s) leading their teams.

Dimitar Ivanov

Other key lawyers

Svetlana Valeva