Djingov Gouginski Kyutchukov & Velichkov (also known as DGKV) was established in 1994. It has grown to more than 50 qualified lawyers in its headquarters in Sofia and it has a representative in Berlin.
Focusses / specialisms
The firm is one of the most prominent independent firms in Bulgaria and often advises on the market's largest financial and corporate transactions.
In banking and finance the firm is most active on the lender side, advising domestic and foreign banks on acquisition financings. It also represents banks as creditors on debt restructurings.
In the capital markets space the firm is experienced in debt and equity work.
In M&A the firm regularly works for strategic and financial buyers.
In the projects space the firm has strong infrastructure and PPP expertise. It is also notable for advising participants on public procurement tenders across transport, electricity and oil and gas sectors.
Key clients
Among its clients are Metric Capital Partners, PIMCO Europe, 365 Bank, Bank of China, Eleven Bulgaria, Silverline Partners, ECA Invest, Blocks Group, Globe Trade Centre, Nitron Group, Single Resolution Board, Titan Gate, CVC Capital Partners, PPF, Sanmina Corporation and The Rohatyn Group.
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 team at DGKV has recently been active in industries such as financial services, media, technology and telecommunications, as well as investment management.
In terms of M&A work, the firm has attracted clients from manufacturing, investment management and the food and beverage industry. The firm has acted on behalf of acquirers, sellers and targets alike.
In project development, DGKV received mandates from companies in mining, transport, energy, and the technology and telecommunications industry. The firm acted mainly on the side of project developers.
Deal highlights: 33rd edition (2023/2024)
Balkantel OOD $ 65 million railway project in Serbia
MAXCOM EOOD, Chipolino EOOD and MAXBIKE EOOD
$173 million financing
Client feedback: 33rd edition (2023/2024)
Banking and finance
"Very proactive and creative. Met all deadlines. Knowledgeable about the law and able to deal with anything which was thrown at them. Good value for money."
Project development
"Very responsive. Thorough with their findings. Very strong technically (particularly with corporate law)."
Restructuring
"Responsive and available. They know their stuff and take a proactive role in the transaction."
Kaloyan Krumov
"Responsive, knowledgeable, polite."
Milan Pandev
"Very responsive. Strong technically."
Georgi Tzvetkov
"Proactive and knowledgeable. Able to think creatively and deal with issues as they arise."
"Very commercial. Knows his stuff and is hands-on and very proactive."
