The firm is very pleased by our strong performance at the latest rankings of the leading international legal directory Legal 500 2026 edition which placed us consistently among the premier commercial, corporate, M&A and EU/competition law firms in Bulgaria.

‘We value Legal 500 independent research and legal market insights. The annual rankings measure and show what our clients and peers actually think of our firm and lawyers. It is a competitive business and naturally in any competition rankings matter. We all want to be the best in what we do for our clients’, comments Pavel Hristov.

‘Benefiting from an extensive international referral network, Hristov & Partners is well-placed advise on complex and high-value transactions. The team works in collaboration with the firm’s competition and TMT departments, allowing them to provide clients with integrated expertise. At the helm of the practice, Pavel Hristov typically acts in domestic and international M&A transactions, joint ventures and general corporate. Dragomir Stefanov handles the full range of corporate governance, data protection and M&A deals.’

‘… Hristov & Partners advises a wide range of international clients on their EU and competition matters, including merger control, unfair competition and compliance. The team has a strong TMT offering, but also advises clients in the pharmaceutical, aviation and healthcare industries. Practice head Pavel Hristov advises on merger filings, state aid, and cartel and abuse of dominance investigations, with Dragomir Stefanov being another active member of the team.’

A deep thank you to our clients and peers for the positive comments:

‘The team is highly responsive and provides legally sound advice in clear and simple language. We are always happy with their support.’

‘I had an excellent experience working with this boutique law firm. They offer clear, practical advice, without unnecessary complexity.’

‘Hristov & Partners deliver exceptional legal services and representation, offering our company prompt, precise, and thorough advice. They consistently prioritise the client’s best interests. Their quick response, professionalism, and broad expertise make them an essential and invaluable partner in our business.’

Our partner Dragomir Stefanov is repeatedly recognised as a Next Generation Partner in both categories.