Legal 500 Ranks DGKV Top Tier for 2024

The prestigious The Legal 500 EMEA 2024 edition ranks Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov and Velichkov a top tier law firm for 2024 for another consecutive year. 

DGKV has been recommended as a TOP-TIER FIRM in 10 practice areas and been recommended in 1 practice areas in The Legal 500 EMEA - 2024 edition. 

A total of 17 lawyers are mentioned by name in Legal 500 EMEA commentary for their standout contribution to respective practices.

The firm scores Tier one in 10 practice areas: Banking, Finance and Capital Markets, Commercial, Corporate and M&A, Dispute Resolution, EU and Competition, Energy and Natural Resources, Healthcare and Life Sciences, Intellectual Property, Projects and PPP, Real Estate and Construction and TMT and is also recommended for its experience in Transport Practice area.

A total of 9 lawyers are listed in the prestigious “Hall of Fame” list, 3 are listed in the elite “Leading lawyers” list, 3 – in the “Next generation lawyers” list, 5 lawyers are listed in the "Rising stars" group and a total of 17 lawyers are recommended.

Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov and Velichkov Law Firm has received excellent reviews on the basis of market intelligence and clients’ recommendations.

The freshly published 2024 edition of The Legal 500 EMEA edition praises DGKV as “excellent team, responsive, knowledgeable, all-rounded expertise” and “pleasant to work with!”

Clients recommended DGKV and recognize our team:

“The teams I had the pleasure to work with demonstrate a high level of expertise and work hard to understand the exact needs, expectations and goals.”

“DGKV’s team offers a unique combination of legal and industry knowledge, and they know the market sectors their clients operate in. DGKV’s commitment to working closely with our clients allows us to manage their domestic and international disputes successfully and to devise effective, practical, and commercially driven solutions.”

“The knowledge of this legal firm is on high level. We have instructed DGKV regarding merger control issues in Bulgaria (some of them quite complicated) and for compliance trainings. They are very responsive and deliver high quality work – paired with the perfect amount of pragmatism for practical and truly useful advice.”

“I had a very positive experience with DGKV in terms of qualitative and timely response. People in the company understand our challenges and give us working solutions and advice on how to manage processes in the most efficient and compliant way.”

“DGKV is a national law firm with a strong foothold in the local Bulgarian market, but with an excellent international network and an outstanding IP team. We particularly appreciate their prompt, extremely competent handling of cases and the trustworthy way in which they deal with our clientele at all times. One can completely rely on the team at DGKV.”

“The whole team is very dedicated and committed to our projects. The team have a deep understanding of the various legal issues in the field of international relationships and contracting. The team use up-to-date legal wording and have an uncanny insight into details.”

“They are professionals who can be relied upon to fully and professionally reflect their client’s needs.”

“The legal team from DGKV that we work with stands out for its exceptional professionalism, wide range of skills and precise approach in handling complicated legal matters, as well as finding fast and accurate solutions.”

“DGKV stands out due to its exceptional combination of expertise, professionalism, and a client-centric approach. The team possesses deep knowledge of the real estate and construction sector, including a strong grasp of local laws and market dynamics. Our experience with DGKV has been exceptionally positive. Their unique blend of expertise, client-centricity, and innovation sets them apart in the real estate and construction legal landscape.”

“Great local expertise with an international approach and application.”

This reaffirmed recognition is an excellent accolade for Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov and Velichkov Law Firm and marks an internationally-recognized achievement consolidating our high profile among the large international law firms. Founded back in 1994, DGKV is one of the largest, oldest and most prominent business law firms in Bulgaria. For almost three decades now it has played a leading role in providing legal advice to leading economic operators and shaping the Bulgarian legal framework.

We would like to thank our international client base and excellent team for keeping us in the top-tier for all these years.

DGKV's team is motivated to continue serving clients with highest level of professionalism and knowledge and providing the highest quality services for best clients’ satisfaction.

Congratulations to our stellar team!