Practice Areas

Litigation & Dispute Management

Litigation & Dispute Management

Ivanov & Partners provide advocacy and consultancy services for dispute management in Bulgaria on behalf of domestic and foreign clients from a range of industries including real estate, corporate, insurance, technology, construction, leisure, and maritime. 

We represent claimants and defendants in the resolution of disputes, settlement negotiations and litigation matters relating to administrative proceedings, corporate and commercial issues, investment, ownership, tax, enforcement proceedings, and labour disputes.   

Our highly experienced lawyers evaluate cases at their earliest stages to determine if matters can be resolved quickly and in a cost-effective manner, avoiding litigation. 

When all preventative options are exhausted, Ivanov & Partners has a solid track record of success in litigating for its clients before all courts and tribunals throughout Bulgaria in a range of civil, commercial, and administrative disputes. 

Administrative Litigation

Our lawyers have substantial experience in administrative law and procedure throughout Bulgaria working with government and municipal authorities, trade associations, and large and small businesses from a wide range of industries.    Read more…

Real Estate & Construction Disputes


Ivanov & Partners represent clients, including investors, property owners, occupiers, developers, design professionals, contractors and subcontractors in a range of real estate and construction disputes.  Read more…

Insurance Disputes

Ivanov & Partners represent insurance companies, policy holders, insurance brokers, and individuals, in litigation proceedings for the defence of insurance claims, and in pursuing a range of claims and actions.  Read more…

Commercial Disputes

We advise local start-ups, small to medium sized businesses, multinationals and listed companies on a broad range of commercial issues, including those involving contracts, leasing, sales and acquisitions, regulation, insurance, shareholders and directors, ownership rights and real estate.   Read more…

Personal Injury Disputes

Ivanov & Partners is a leading personal injury adviser in Bulgaria. The firm’s lawyers are highly experienced in all types of personal injury cases, including road traffic accidents, employment injuries, product liability and fatal accident claims. Read more…

Maritime Disputes

Ivanov & Partners provides advocacy in a range of cases involving unpaid remunerations, disbursements, freightage, and non-performance of carriage contracts.  Read more…

Litigation Portfolio Management

Ivanov & Partners has considerable experience in managing litigation portfolios for leading insurance organisations, property management companies and other businesses with large commercial client bases. Read more…

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Administrative Law

Administrative Law

Administrative law in Bulgaria is a main branch of public law that incorporates the rules of organisation and operation of government and municipalities.

Administrative law regulates all judicial matters relating to public administration and governs legal relations between the state, municipalities and their authorities on one hand and natural persons and their legal entities on the other hand.

In this multiformity of legal relations qualified legal assistance is often required.

Ivanov & Partners work with government and municipal authorities, large and small international and local businesses, start-ups, individuals, and trade associations. Our lawyers have substantial experience in administrative law and procedure in Bulgaria and are well equipped to assist in obtaining various administrative permissions, compliance with domestic laws and EU regulations, and representation in regulatory proceedings.  Our lawyers are adept at guiding clients through the appeal process for a wide range of issues, advising on everything required to successfully initiate an appeal within the necessary timeframe.

Where possible, we help clients to avoid issues that may arise by identifying legal risks and preventing them from becoming legal problems. We achieve this by ensuring clients are fully compliant with the regulatory environment in Bulgaria. This often entails drafting appropriate applications, formulating prudent business strategies and maintaining strong relationships with the Bulgarian administration.

It is not uncommon, however, for government and municipal bodies in Bulgaria to issue unlawful administrative acts, or to unlawfully refuse permissions for various activities. In such cases, we offer businesses the dedicated expertise required to navigate the specific rules and deadlines of the Administrative Procedure Code to defend infringed rights in a due and timely manner.

We defend our clients’ interests against accusations of unlawful business practices, and we appeal and challenge government agency decisions that become problematic for businesses. We represent clients who seek to review agencies’ decisions, whether those decisions are to grant or deny permits, licences, or approvals.

When all other options are exhausted, we litigate. Ivanov & Partners has a solid track record of succeeding for its clients before administrative courts and tribunals throughout Bulgaria.

We engage with clients to understand their unique situation and the government policy decisions that affect their businesses, tailoring our services to meet their needs.

Our administrative law services include but are not limited to the following:

  • Legal Risk Management and Regulatory Compliance Advice and Counselling
  • Drafting and Negotiating Applications for Administrative Procedures
  • Assistance in Obtaining Approvals, Permits and Licences
  • Representation in Licence Renewal Cases
  • Representation in Administrative Litigation
  • Responding to Complaints made to Government Bodies by Businesses regarding Acts and Regulations
  • Defence of Enforcement Actions
  • Defence of Unfair Trade Practices
  • Representation in Administrative Investigations and Enforcement Proceedings
  • Assistance in Obtaining Planning Permission for Building Works
  • Advising on Urban and Tourism Planning Processes
  • Property Liability Advice and Counselling
  • Representation in Expropriations, Reversions, and Subsidies Disputes
  • Administrative and Court Review of Decisions concerning Construction Sites and Real Estate Developments
  • Negotiating with Government Authorities
  • Advising on Public Procurement Processes
  • Advising on the Administrative Review of Contracting Procedures and Bid Protests
  • Tax and Customs Advice
  • Advising Franchise Businesses on Regulatory Issues

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Personal Injury 

Personal Injury

Ivanov & Partners are leading personal injury advisers in Bulgaria providing representation in a full range of personal injury claims.

Our experienced team offers best in class advice and pursues our clients’ rights aggressively, ensuring they receive the maximum compensation to which they are entitled. 

We achieve results through rigorous investigative processes, formulating and implementing effective case strategies and skilled representation in compulsory negotiations. 

Our personal injury team is highly experienced in insurance law. We regularly represent clients in litigation proceedings against insurance companies before the civil courts in Bulgaria and have a solid track record of achieving favourable outcomes.

We handle all types of personal injury cases including: 

  • Employment Injury Claims
  • Animal Injury Claims
  • Fatal Accident Claims
  • Product Liability Claims
  • Public Liability Claims
  • Road Traffic Accidents
  • Travel Claims
  • Uninsured Driver Claims

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Real Estate & Construction

Real Estate & Construction 

Ivanov & Partners has extensive experience in real estate and construction law in Bulgaria. We work with local and international stakeholders including government agencies and municipalities, construction organisations, private investors, corporations, financial institutions, design professionals, luxury hotel chains, owners of real estate, property management companies, and professional associations.

Our industry knowledge and experience allow us to provide a range of legal advice, counsel, and representation, helping our clients to avoid contentious local issues and to comply with national and EU legislation, while supporting asset growth.

We assist clients with ongoing multidisciplinary real estate and construction services relating to planning law, administrative law, finance, corporate and commercial law, compliance, tax law and accounting, and in litigation and dispute management.

Our specialist advice and support simplify the real estate legal landscape, so that our clients can focus on what matters most.

Ivanov & Partners real estate and construction practice focuses on the following areas:

Real Estate Planning & Development 

It can take years to bring a project from the planning stage to completion, and there are many obstacles that organisations may face along the way.  Read more…

Construction Law 


Ivanov & Partners provide comprehensive legal services to the construction industry. Working with builders, property developers, architects, contractors, subcontractors, engineers, and landowners, the firm guides clients through all phases of construction.

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Real Estate & Property Management  

Ivanov & Partners work with property owners, investors, developers, luxury hotel complexes, tourism focused businesses, landowners and high-net-worth individuals for a range of real estate matters. We also represent local and international organisations in the commercial real estate sector and corporate clients from various industries to assist in managing their real estate assets.  Read more…

Real Estate & Construction Disputes 

Ivanov & Partners represent clients including investors, property owners, occupiers, developers, design professionals, contractors and subcontractors on a range of real estate and construction disputes. We also work with companies, municipalities and other public authorities advising in many areas where national and local government has an influence on construction and real estate in Bulgaria. Read more…

Real Estate & Construction Tax 

Working in conjunction with our tax law and accounting practice we have extensive experience in the taxation of construction operations and real estate. Read more…

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Insurance Law

Insurance Law

Ivanov & Partners offer expert legal counsel based on in-depth industry knowledge in a range of claim and non-claim insurance services for policyholders, brokers and insurers operating in Bulgaria.  

We advise insurance organisations on insurance law and regulations, reducing the impact of insurance claims and improving operational and financial performance.

We have a wealth of experience in the issues commonly faced by insurance brokers, providing services ranging from representation in payment claims and disputes, policy drafting and advisory work to assistance in matters arising from accusations of professional negligence.  

We also represent policy holders including start-ups, small and medium-sized businesses, and major corporations in claims against insurance companies.  

Our insurance law services include:  

For Insurers and Brokers 

  • Regulatory and Compliance Review of Policy Documentation  
  • Drafting and Review of Policy Wording 
  • Advising on Misselling Complaints  
  • Representation in Litigation Proceedings  
  • Representation in Professional Negligence Cases 
  • Advising on Assessment of Damage Claims  
  • Debt Recovery and Payment Disputes  
  • Representation and Advice in Dispute Negotiations 

For Policyholders  

  • Representation in Insurance Coverage Disputes with Insurance Companies  
  • Advising Policyholders on Required Notifications and on Claims Against Insurers 
  • Advising on Insurance Policies  
  • Advising on Policy Wording  
  • Advising on Assessment of Damage Claims 

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Maritime Law

Maritime Law

Maritime law governs the legal regime of the sea, the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea (UNCLOS), and related laws between all jurisdictions in the use and protection of the world ocean. It also concerns public relations matters that arise in connection with merchant shipping and its control.  

Maritime legal practice incorporates an extensive framework of international acts and national legislation in which professional, qualified legal assistance is of exceptional importance. Headquartered in Varna, Bulgaria’s largest and busiest seaport, Ivanov & Partners is highly experienced in representing commercial ship owners and operators, shipping agents, sea farers, and yacht and other luxury vessel owners in a range of maritime legal matters.  

Our work involves providing corporate and commercial services such as contract management, and advice on shareholder issues, marine insurance and transactions, employment law, debt recovery, regulatory and compliance issues and dispute resolution.  The firm has a reputation for offering sound advice and representation in relation to ship arrests and release procedures in Bulgaria and can call upon an international network of maritime legal experts to assist with ship arrests in other jurisdictions. 

Our maritime law services include: 

  • Advising on Rights and Obligations of Captains and Crews 
  • Vessel Property Rights 
  • Corporate and Commercial Law 
  • Contract Management for Carriage of Cargoes, Insurance, Passengers and Luggage 
  • Advising on Local and International Ship Arrests and Release Procedures 
  • Debt Recovery 
  • Employment 
  • Marine Insurance 
  • Dispute Resolution 
  • Tax Law and Accounting 
  • Transactions 
  • Advising on Administrative Law  
  • Advising on Environmental Legal Issues 

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Tax Law & Accounting

Tax Law & Accounting 

Ivanov & Partners provide invaluable tax advice to local and international organisations including real estate and construction companies, private investors, start-ups, individuals, and corporates from a range of industries.

We help clients to achieve efficiency in their Bulgarian business activities by providing integrated tax advice that includes legal, accounting, risk management, and auditing from a single source.

Our multidisciplinary tax team comprises qualified professionals experienced in tax law, accounting and financial management, litigation, and auditing.

By delivering an integrated service, we gain a unique understanding of our clients’ risks and exposure and a full overview of their finances and tax position. Our team is adept at reducing financial risk and helping to avoid or to swiftly resolve disputes with the Bulgarian Tax Administration.

We remove the duplication of information, research and case development that occurs when using several tax service providers. This enables our clients to focus on what matters most.

Our tax law and accounting services include:

Tax Law

We provide services for all types of direct and indirect taxes in Bulgaria. We protect our clients from unlawful government actions, minimise the impact of previous business mistakes and advise on mitigating tax liability. Read more…

Accounting

We have a firm understanding of the Bulgarian tax system and how any proposed legislation may affect your business.  Read more…

Tax Disputes


Working closely with our disputes and administrative law practices, we represent corporates and individuals who are the subject of all forms of tax investigation.  Read more…

Real Estate & Construction Tax

Working in conjunction with our real estate & construction practice we have extensive experience in the taxation of construction operations and real estate. Read more…

Tax Services for New Business Enterprises

We help start-ups and multinational companies to set up and manage their business activities in Bulgaria, standardising their tax compliance processes from the outset to ensure that they are structured correctly. Read more…

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Corporate & Commercial  

Corporate & Commercial  

Ivanov & Partners represent foreign and domestic entities, providing a wide range of innovative corporate and commercial services that are cost-effective and specifically tailored to clients’ needs, helping them to operate efficiently and achieve growth in Bulgaria.

Commercial Law, Company Law, Mergers & Acquisitions, Bankruptcy 

Our experienced team provides clients with strategic corporate advice that includes supporting multinationals with incorporation, shareholders’ agreements, share purchase agreements, sale of operations, maintaining statutory books and registrations, tax efficiency, and local and cross-border transactions.

We provide detail-orientated advice and representation for the management, negotiation and preparation of all documentation required for a range of business purposes including real estate development and construction contracts, distributorship, employment, franchising, licensing, purchase and sale, service, and supply and transportation agreements including maritime.

We work with start-ups, investors, business owners and listed organisations from the real estate and construction industries, as well as in tourism, manufacturing, supply chain, insurance and other corporate sectors.

Our work ranges from helping clients to achieve commercial utilisation of assets including leasing of real estate to sale transactions, M&A, disposals, employment matters, restructuring and reorganisations.

Ivanov & Partners corporate and commercial practice is enhanced by the firm’s wider proficiencies in tax law and accounting, administrative law, commercial project structuring, and dispute resolution.

We navigate the Bulgarian legal framework to ensure our clients’ interests are protected in the most challenging and complex issues, working to avoid commercial and regulatory risks and, when conflict is unavoidable, litigating effectively.

Our corporate and commercial services include: 

  • Formations and Restructuring 
  • Commercial Investment Project Structuring 
  • Tax Law and Financial Accounting 
  • Risk Management 
  • Regulatory and Administrative Law 
  • Transactional Law 
  • Secured and Unsecured Lending Transactions 
  • Mergers and Acquisitions  
  • Disposals  
  • Due Diligence 
  • Reorganisations 
  • Employment 
  • Contract Management 
  • Advising on Shareholding Structures 
  • Joint Ventures Agreements 
  • Commercial Agency Contracts 
  • Representation in Bankruptcy Procedures 
  • Insurance 
  • Litigation and Dispute Management 

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