Ana Krusteva
Practice areas: Corporate and Commercial Law, Intellectual Property, Copyright
Penkov, Markov & Partners
More informationSoftware, consumer goods and pharmaceutical companies are just some of the clients that Penkov, Markov & Partners supports in IP matters, among which are industrial property infringements, copyrights and neighbouring rights issues, as well as representing clients in proceedings before the Bulgarian Patent Office and the European Union Intellectual Property Office. Smilena Hrusanova is well versed in complex infringement cases and frequently acts for her clients before the courts and arbitration bodies. Ana Krusteva is also a standout member of the team.
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- ‘Throughout our engagement, the team at PMP consistently demonstrated a high level of professionalism and responsiveness. Their promptness in returning emails and phone calls, as well as their willingness to address my concerns and answer my questions, made me feel like a valued client. What truly sets PMP apart is their ability to strategise and offer creative solutions.’
‘Ana Krusteva has in-depth knowledge of intellectual property laws and an ability to explain complex legal matters in a clear and understandable manner. Her guidance was invaluable, making sure that every step was taken with precision and attention to detail.’
‘Over the years we have developed a great partnership with Penkov, Markov and Partners and their dedication to our business is evident in all aspects of their work.’
‘Smilena Hrusanova has in-depth legal knowledge and is an exceptional professional. Ana Krusteva is highly experienced in the field of intellectual property, providing on-point legal advice.’
‘Ana Krusteva has a brilliant mind and is absolutely great to work with.'
‘They stand out for their diligence in understanding the client's requirements, with prompt and clear communication skills that ensure clients are well informed.’
‘The team of Penkov, Markov & Partners provides the full range of legal services in the field of IP. They have proven to be very trustworthy, because they were able to meet all of our needs, deadlines and expectations.’
‘They are competent, fast and efficient.’
Key clients
- The Coca Cola Company
- Upton
- TecAlliance
- American Bulgarian Business Association
- Pension Assurance Company Doverie/Vienna Insurance Group
- Tiger Technology
- Karelia Tobacco Company
- Berlin-Chemie/A. Menarini
- BuildeX
- 4smart
- Wealthlock
- Arteks Engineering
- Our Home is Bulgaria Foundation
- Production House Spirit
- Naturprodukt
- LD Marketing
- Klett Publishing House
- Titan Cement Company
- Pierre Fabre
- Skin Systems
Work highlights
- Advising TecAlliance on actions against seven infringers of the copyright over TecAlliance's database for auto parts.
- Advising Berlin-Chemie/A. Menarani on a complex trade mark infringement dispute, regarding the parallel import of medicinal products done by a parallel importer replacing the trade mark of the imported product with a trade mark of the client.
- Acting for LD Marketing Solutions OOD in a dispute regarding the nullity of registered Community website designs.
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Practice head
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Smilena Hrusanova