30-10-2026
Individual Recognition for Penkov, Markov & Partners’ Lawyers in IFLR1000 EMEA 2026
 
In the 2026 IFLR1000 EMEA rankings, Penkov, Markov & Partners is recognized in Banking and Finance, Mergers and Acquisitions (M&A), and Project Development, highlighting the firm’s in-depth expertise and strong position in transactional work.
 
 

The recognition also extends to the individual achievements of our lawyers.

 

 

Vladimir Penkov, Chairman and Senior Partner of the firm, has once again been recognized as a Highly Regarded lawyer in Banking and Finance and M&A, while Ivan Markov, Vice-Chairman, is also recognized as a Highly Regarded lawyer in both practice areas.

 

 

Nikolay Cvetanov, Managing Partner, is recognized as a Highly Regarded lawyer in Banking and Finance, while Boris Lazarov, Managing Partner, receives the same distinction in Mergers and Acquisitions.

 

 

The rankings also recognize the expertise of our partners: Asen Apostolov is named a Notable Practitioner in M&A, while Roman Stoyanov is recognized as a Highly Regarded lawyer in the same practice area. Milena Gaydarska is recognized as a Highly Regarded lawyer and a Woman Leader in M&A and Project Development.

 

 

These distinctions reflect the strength of our legal expertise, our understanding of complex business matters, and our commitment to helping clients execute their most important transactions and projects.

 

 

We are proud that our work and the expertise of our lawyers continue to receive recognition from IFLR1000, and we thank our clients for their continued trust.