"The service exceeds the expectations. I recommend them, Yordan in particular, to foreign companies and individuals in Bulgaria. The smart and effective approach is very appreciated."
Dimitrova, Cholakov & Partners · Law Firm in Sofia, Bulgaria
You grow your business. We protect your interests.
Legal solutions for ambitious companies and entrepreneurs — in Bulgaria and worldwide.
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PAYMENT SERVICES
Law that works at your pace
Most firms make you wait. We are not like most firms.
Fast responses, clear pricing, personal approach — legal services as you deserve.
Innovires Legal (Dimitrova, Cholakov & Partners) is a law firm in Sofia, Bulgaria, founded in 2016. We advise Bulgarian and international companies and entrepreneurs on corporate, tax and employment law, real estate, mergers and acquisitions, payment services and data protection — in Bulgarian, English and German.
450+
Corporate deals completed
300+
Satisfied clients
5.0
Google rating★★★★★
10+
Years of experience
- LEGAL 500CONTRIBUTOR
- ILFBOARD MEMBERILF profile ↗
- GLOBAL LAW EXPERTSAWARDED
- WORLD QUALITY COMMITMENTWINNER & AWARDED
Why clients choose us
Speed
We respond within 48 hours
When you have a legal question, you cannot afford to wait. We respond within 48 hours — because we know your time is valuable.
Transparency
Clear pricing from the first conversation
No hidden fees, no surprises. You know exactly what you pay and why — before we start working.
Personal approach
To us, you are a person, not a case number
Every client works directly with a lawyer who knows their case in detail. We explain every step in plain language and stand by you throughout the process.
Availability
Always available when you need us
Phone, email, WhatsApp — you reach us the way that suits you. No secretaries, no automated messages, no waiting.
Our services
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Corporate Law
Company formation and management · Trade Register changes · Bank accounts · Liquidation · Insolvency · VCC
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Tax Law
Tax audits · Appeal of tax assessments · VAT · Tax planning · NRA representation
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Employment Law
Hiring and dismissal · Redundancy · Mass layoffs · Work accidents · Disciplinary procedures
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Real Estate
Buy and sell · Due diligence · Preliminary contracts · Lease · Investment · Notary representation
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Mergers & Acquisitions
Due diligence · Deal structuring · Regulatory approvals · Post-closing integration · Earn-out
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Payment Services & Fintech
EMI and PI licensing · Financial institutions under Art. 3a CIA · AML · DORA · Ongoing compliance
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GDPR & Data Protection
Compliance audit · Legal documentation · External DPO · Staff training · IT analysis
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Tax Residency
Obtaining tax residency status · Certificates · Double tax treaty application · Relocating to Bulgaria
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Share capital conversion to euro
Full document set in 2 business days · A lawyer files with the Commercial Register · Deadline extended to 31.12.2028 · Fully online
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Our clients speak for us
Our team
Yordan Cholakov
Partner, Co-founder
Corporate law, employment law, GDPR, tax law, M&A. Full 360° service for corporate clients.
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Desislava Dimitrova
Partner, Co-founder
Commercial law, litigation, employment law, GDPR and due diligence. Participated in deals exceeding €65M.
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Maria Petrova
Legal Counsel
Corporate governance, administrative procedures, tax law, immigration law and real estate transactions.
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Aleksandra Kostova
Legal Advisor
Corporate law, administrative procedures, regulatory compliance and real estate transaction support.
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What our clients say
Real Google Reviews
"If you want to take your business to the next level, this is by far the best team with the best advice and experience. Thank you so much Yordan and team for an amazing service."
"Yordan and Maria are the absolute best. Friendly, fun, and of course super efficient! Something that initially felt intimidating turned out to be incredibly smooth and even pleasant."
"GREAT Service. Responsive, fast, precise. You have a happy client here. Thank you!"
"Very professional. Yordan and his team had a very good process and were extremely attentive to detail."
"I trusted them after reading the many positive reviews. Yordan helped me a lot. You are treated as a person and not just a number. I recommend to all those who want to move to Bulgaria."
"The team at Innovires were super helpful and transparent, clearly communicating all options available to me and supporting me throughout the process. I couldn't ask for a better service."
"I have only great things to say about my experience with the Innovires team, specifically Yordan, Maria and Miroslav! The service was extremely professional."
"Yordan is such a professional lawyer. I have contacted dozens of companies in Sofia but Innovires absolutely stands out from the rest. Highly recommended."
"The service was informationally-rich, easy, clear and extremely professional. I would 100% recommend Innovires."
"Their services are very efficient and professionnel and having them in support to answer questions about how to structure my businesses have been a huge help."
"Everything went so smoothly and fast. Communication was easy and I had answers promptly. I definitely recommend Innovires. They are real professionals!"
"Extremely professional, easy to work with and made the whole process 10x easier for me!"
"Yordan and the team were incredibly helpful and efficient in assisting me establishing my company in Bulgaria. Their professionalism was both reassuring and excellent."
"A great pleasure to do business with Yordan, he is hardworking, dedicated and highly efficient in meeting your needs. Would highly recommend!"
Insights
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EUR 1 capital, eurozone, VCC for startups — up-to-date incorporation guide.
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New visa from December 2025 for non-EU citizens working remotely.
Read the articleVAT Registration in Bulgaria — Thresholds, Rates and Procedure (2026)
New EUR 51,130 threshold per calendar year, EU SME regime, current rates.
Read the articleVCC — The New Entity for Startups in Bulgaria
Vesting, ESOP, convertible loans — why VCC is a game changer.
Read the articleFrequently asked questions
Short answers to what we are asked most often before the first conversation.
Is the first consultation free?
Yes. Describe your case briefly through the form or by phone. You will receive a reply with proposed next steps within 48 hours.
How quickly do you reply to an enquiry?
Within 48 hours, through the channel you chose — phone, email or WhatsApp.
How is the fee set?
You know exactly what you pay and what for before we start working. No hidden fees or surprises: the fee depends on the scope of the matter and is agreed at the first conversation.
Do you work with foreign clients?
Yes. We work with Bulgarian and international companies and entrepreneurs in Bulgarian, English and German — from company registration and tax residency to transactions and ongoing legal support.
Where is the firm and when are you open?
25 Vitosha Blvd., floor 2, 1000 Sofia, Bulgaria. Monday to Friday, 09:00–18:00. You can write at any time; every enquiry is answered within 48 hours.
Get in touch
The first consultation is free. Describe your case briefly and we will contact you within 48 hours with a proposal for next steps.