DGKV is delighted to announce its outstanding results in the Legal 500 EMEA 2026 rankings, achieving Tier 1 recognition across 10 practice areas in Bulgaria.
This result underscores DGKV’s position as a leading full-service law firm, distinguished by its ability to advise on complex domestic and cross-border matters and by its consistently high standard of service. As noted by Legal 500, few firms can match DGKV’s “top tier position across the full range of legal services.”
DGKV is recognised at the highest level in the following practice areas:
- Banking, Finance and Capital Markets
“The most important advantage lies in the combination of deep legal expertise with strong business practicality at every level. DGKV’s lawyers not only provide practical solutions to legal issues but also clearly outline the risks associated with the different alternatives available.” - Commercial, Corporate and M&A
“The people we worked with were truly amazing, and great negotiators. They really know their job, and which battles we must win. Great professionals.” - Dispute Resolution
“The team was outstanding in terms of professional knowledge, demonstrated practical skills, and belief in the successful outcome for us as their clients.” - Energy and Natural Resources
“With a longstanding reputation for transactions in the energy sector, Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov & Velichkov represents a range of banks, power generation and distribution companies and international investors.” - EU and Competition
“Fast and clear directions on what we can do and what not; what are the risks and opportunities in each case. Keeping to the deadlines.” - Healthcare and Life Sciences
“Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov & Velichkov has a longstanding reputation in the healthcare and life sciences sector and regularly represents life sciences companies, hospitals, and companies engaged in the wholesale of pharmaceutical products.” - Intellectual Property
“The team is highly professional. They go into deep details about the specific task and then take care of every detail.” - Projects and PPP
“Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov & Velichkov maintains a strong position in the market for transactions and projects across the public procurement, energy, transport and defence sectors.” - Real Estate and Construction
“The real estate and construction team is recognised for its strong market knowledge, commercial acumen, and hands-on approach. The lawyers work closely with developers, investors, and contractors to deliver seamless advice across all stages of a project — from structuring and financing to permitting, construction, and leasing.” - TMT (Technology, Media and Telecommunications)
“Expert knowledge in the Bulgarian telecoms market. Well-connected and great combined legal and technical expertise.” - Transport
“The transport practice Djingov, Gouginski, Kyutchukov & Velichkov covers a broad scope of work in the sector, including PPP and concession projects, litigation, competition and financial restructuring. It advises clients across the aviation, automotive, rail and maritime industries, with deep expertise in regulatory matters.”
These results reflect the firm’s broad capabilities and strong sector expertise, particularly in energy, finance, technology and infrastructure. Clients further emphasise DGKV’s commercial awareness, responsiveness and ability to navigate complex, multi-jurisdictional mandates.
DGKV’s performance is also reflected in the recognition of its lawyers across all seniority levels in the Legal 500 EMEA 2026 rankings:
- Six partners are included in the prestigious Hall of Fame, highlighting their longstanding involvement in market-leading work and exceptional reputation among clients and peers: Nikolai Gouginski, Zdravka Ugrinova, Milan Pandev, Kalina Tchakarova, Stephan Kyutchukov and Violetta Kunze.
- Georgi Tzvetkov, Angel Ganev and Violetta Kunze are recognised as Leading Partners, noted for their role in leading complex, high-profile matters.
- The firm also demonstrates strong depth in its next generation of leaders, with Gergana Monovska, Kaloyan Krumov and Anton Krustev recognised as Next Generation Partners, reflecting their growing market presence and key contributions to significant mandates.
- The firm’s bench strength is further evidenced by the recognition of one counsel and several senior associates as Leading Associates, including Ralitsa Gougleva (Commercial, Corporate and M&A), Maya Mircheva (Energy and Natural Resources; Real Estate and Construction), Dessislava Iordanova (EU and Competition; Intellectual Property), Vladislav Antonov (EU and Competition), and Georgi Sulev (TMT).
We extend our sincere thanks to our clients and colleagues for their continued trust and collaboration. These results reflect not only individual achievements, but also the collective strength and dedication of the DGKV team.
DGKV remains committed to delivering commercially focused, high-quality legal advice and to further strengthening its position among the leading law firms in Bulgaria.
Congratulations to the entire DGKV team on this remarkable achievement!
View DGKV’s full Legal 500 EMEA 2026 rankings here.