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Trusted advisors helping companies advance their business in Bulgaria and beyond
Since its opening in 2007, Wolf Theiss Sofia has grown into one of the largest law firms in Bulgaria. Our team, driven by passion, expertise and talent, consists of 5 partners, 12 senior lawyers and 9 associates, supported by a group of 15 skilled professionals in operational and administrative roles. We provide comprehensive legal services in all areas of business law, supporting our clients in mergers and acquisitions, banking & finance, regulatory and day-to-day compliance, real estate and construction, disputes and management of human capital. In addition, our expertise extends to additional key practice areas, including competition law, intellectual property and TMT, public procurement and tax law. Our knowledge is built on the years of experience managing projects across industries – IT and technology, manufacturing, energy and natural resources, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, healthcare and FMCG.
Bulgaria’s favourable tax system and rapid economic growth have attracted significant foreign investment. Wolf Theiss has been at the forefront of managing some of the landmark and most complex investments in Bulgaria, representing international investors as well as some of the most dynamic Bulgarian companies expanding their operations globally.
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Why Wolf Theiss Sofia?
We operate a seamless cross-border practice, offering our clients a single point of contact for any transaction in the CEE and SEE region. This approach, combined with our high standard of both international and local expertise, enables us to deliver exceptional services that are tailored to each client’s needs.
Renowned for the quality of our legal and practical advice, we are regarded as trusted “business enablers” in the market. Our commitment to providing consistent, high-quality advice and setting the highest ethical standards, while fostering true partnerships with our clients, make us the most trusted and “go to” advisors in Bulgaria.
“They speak the language of our business and it is easy to work with them as they understand our needs. “
– Chambers
“They are extremely diligent in what they do and always provide top information so, you can make the right decision. They are very professional and great to work with.“
– Chambers
“We firmly believe that knowing the law is only part of our role – we also bring vital first-hand knowledge of the political, cultural and commercial climate. Our clients perceive us as the “business enablers” in the Bulgarian market and for their growth abroad.”
– Anna Rizova, Sofia Managing Partner
“The Wolf Theiss Bulgaria team is very well prepared, organised and responds to requests within a short period. They are very practical and clear in their legal opinions and recommendations. Connections with lawyers outside Bulgaria is an advantage and helps cover multinational fields of expertise.”
– The Legal 500
“Very competent advising services and always quick feedback. Creative solutions.”
– The Legal 500
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