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TMT
The Kinstellar TMT team impresses clients with its ‘level of understanding of the industry and ability to anticipate and adapt to new developments in the sector’, covering large, complex telecoms-related transactions across the SEE and CEE regions and offering comprehensive advice on telecoms regulations, and media, advertising and digital services, as well as data protection issues and GDPR projects. Practice co-head Georgi Kanev has expertise in IP and IT matters, as well as in the emerging fields of entertainment and gaming. Anita Borisova and Debora Dineva are also key lawyers in the TMT team, which was further bolstered by the arrival of co-head Milka Ivanova from Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov & Velichkov in November 2023.
Legal 500 Editorial commentary
Testimonials
Collated independently by Legal 500 research team.
‘The team demonstrates the highest level of professionalism. Their flexible approach makes any challenging process much more manageable. Their ability to analyse complex legal issues and provide clear guidance is invaluable. Furthermore, given the time-sensitive decisions that need to be made in this sector, their quick and effective communication is very useful. They have a strong commitment to client success. Their focus is always on finding innovative and practical solutions that best meet the client’s needs.’
‘Georgi Kanev's deep understanding of the TMT sector, coupled with his responsiveness and result-oriented approach, are at the core of his exceptional legal services. We greatly appreciate his ability to deliver creative solutions in a timely manner. His professionalism and ethical standards are inspiring and set a very positive example.’
‘Kinstellar were recommended to us due to their subject matter expertise in European privacy and GDPR matters. We have been thoroughly impressed by the depth of talent we've been exposed to at the firm. We always felt appropriately looked after as a client, and never felt they were over-servicing us beyond what was practically needed for the scope of work. A great experience overall.’
‘Georgi Kanev and Debora Dineva were fantastic to work with on many fronts. From the get-go, they were super transparent about the process and the roadmap, and we always found them to be generous with their time and approach to working with us. We had no negative surprises and found them to be professional and respectful of our time and resources.’
‘I am impressed with the Kinstellar TMT team's level of understanding of the industry and ability to anticipate and adapt to new developments in the sector. They are very responsive and solution oriented. The team has shown strong and deep knowledge of the legislation and are well suited for handling complex matters.’
‘My main contact in the TMT team is Georgi Kanev. He is very inventive and motivated to find the best solutions for the client. Georgi has an outstanding level of knowledge of data protection. I highly value his appreciation of the commercial aspects of the deal and his attention to detail.’
Key clients
- TAWAL
- 52 Entertainment
- UKG
Work highlights
- Advised TAWAL on the acquisition of the tower portfolio of United Group B.V.
- Advised UKG on the acquisition of Immedis Ltd.
- Advised 52 Entertainment on the acquisition of gaming development studio Casualino and its subsidiary Zariba.
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.
Georgi Kanev, Milka Ivanova