Established in 1990, Boyanov & Co is a full service, independent Bulgarian firm based in Sofia. It is a founding member of SEE Legal, a legal network of 10 firms across Southeast Europe.
Focusses / specialisms
Foreign entities make up a good proportion of the firm's client base and it often acts as Bulgarian counsel to large foreign banks and investors on cross border financing and M&A transactions.
In project development the firm is notable for its energy practice with expertise in nuclear energy and oil and gas projects. It often advises on tender procedures for concession contracts.
Banking, energy, telecoms, media and technology and real estate are active sectors for the firm.
Key clients
Among its clients are European Investment Bank, J.P. Morgan, BNY Mellon Corporate Trustee Services Limited, DSK Bank, OTP Bank, DSK Bank, Credit Suisse, Morgan Stanley, Barclays Bank, HSBC Bank and HSBC Corporate Trustee Company, Sutherland, International Investment Bank, NN Group, Mondelez International, Klas Olio, Borealis, Econt Financial Services,M Trak, Enersys Holdings, Black Sea Property and Fraport.
Research period review: 33rd edition (2023/2024)
During the research cycle the firm was active in banking and finance, M&A, and project development.
In banking and finance the firm received notable mandates from the financial services industry, including prominent banking institutions.
In terms of M&A, the firm was active in industries such as car sales and leasing, courier services, IT, e-commerce, and smart agriculture.
In project development the firm was engaged by clients from industries such as renewable energy, mining, aviation and construction. In this practice area the firm has frequently acted on the side of concessionaires and sponsors.
Deal highlights: 33rd edition (2023/2024)
Česká spořitelna $381 million acquisition financing
Okol Lake Park residential area development
