Intellectual Property

The team offers comprehensive legal support across all areas of IP law, advising both domestic and international clients on the protection, management, and enforcement of intellectual property rights. The team covers copyright, trademarks, designs, and strategic counsel on licensing, trade secrets, know-how, and franchising agreements.

The team represents clients before the Bulgarian Patent Office, the EUIPO, and WIPO, handling complex litigation at all levels of the Bulgarian courts. Contentious work is a core strength, including trademark and copyright infringement, invalidity actions, cancellations, and domain name disputes. The team is particularly sought after for its expertise in high-profile matters, especially in the media and entertainment sectors.

Cross-border matters are a significant part of the team's caseload. With international academic qualifications, the team manages disputes involving private international law and conflict-of-law rules, often collaborating with international counsel on multi-jurisdictional strategies.

The team advises clients in sectors such as media, fashion, FMCG, retail, and beverages, and is particularly active in media and entertainment, handling advisory, transactional, and contentious issues, including defamation, copyright, and regulatory matters.

The practice has expanded into fintech and AI, advising on IP strategies involving algorithm protection, data licensing, and digital branding.