Intellectual Property - Bulgaria
What the team is known for
This well-established team at large domestic firm Boyanov & Co. advises on a variety of IP issues for numerous domestic and international clients. The practice's expertise extends to trade marks, patents and extensive IP litigation. The law firm has strong transactional knowledge in the structuring and negotiation of IP agreements, as well as enforcement work. Additionally, this stellar team has a strong reputation assisting clients in the BPO and EUIPO.
Strengths
"Boyanov & Co. is always responsive and service levels are well in line with our requirements."
"The trade mark work was spot on and the client was very pleased."
Work highlights
Boyanov & Co. advised Porsche Design on opposition proceedings against the registration of a national combined mark filed by a local company, successfully resulting in the eventual withdrawal of the opposed application.
Notable practitioners
Kina Chuturkova has a notable IP practice, with experience handling a range of IP rights enforcement and litigation work across the design, copyright and trade mark areas. She often acts for blue-chip clients and internationally recognised brands across various industry sectors. "She's an ex-Supreme Court judge and has made plenty of court decisions; she understands intellectual property."
Stela Sabeva of Boyanov & Co. is particularly active in the trade mark arena, including registration, enforcement, dispute resolution and other strategic advisories on trade mark portfolio management. She also acts for international companies entering the local market on patent validation, copyright infringement and IP licensing. "I admire Stela; she's IP-focused and understands the philosophy of IP." "Stela is a very dedicated cooperation partner."