New Rules on Representative Actions in Bulgaria – What Businesses and Consumers Need to Know
Major changes to collective consumer litigation and product safety in Bulgaria are now in force. As of February 2026, Bulgaria has introduced a new legal framework for representative actions, allowing qualified organisations to bring claims for injunctions and consumer redress, including compensation, refunds, and contract termination. The new regime also introduces faster court procedures, public […]
New Requirements on Mandatory Account Creation in E-Commerce
Requiring users to create a profile when shopping online has become common practice for many e-commerce traders. However, the European Data Protection Board has raised concerns about the lawfulness of mandatory account creation and makes it clear: online stores and marketplaces cannot simply force customers to create accounts. Mandatory registration is only justified in special […]
Our next video of #SuccessStoriesByPETERKAPARTNERS – Navigating an M&A Deal Through Unexpected Airport Strikes
A new #SuccessStoriesByPETERKAPARTNERS episode features Plamen Peev from Sofia, who supported a client in finalizing an M&A deal with a French investor despite major delays caused by airport strikes. With the notary signing postponed for hours, the deal had to be signed in a different way. Plamen once again demonstrated exceptional flexibility and commitment. Click […]
Our second video of #SuccessStoriesByPETERKAPARTNERS – Going undercover in Sofia, Bulgaria
New #SuccessStoriesByPETERKAPARTNERS video is live! This time we’re taking you behind the scenes with Svetlana Todorova from our Bulgarian office. She went undercover — shopping incognito to gather crucial evidence for a client’s case. Our Sofia’s office creativity and tenacity showcase the lengths our team goes to protect clients’ interests. Click HERE to watch now.
Our fourth video of our 25-year anniversary campaign – People, Places, PETERKA PARTNERS
Today we invite you to take a look at our fourth video as part of our 25-year anniversary campaign (People, Places, PETERKA PARTNERS), as we explore the city tour prepared by our colleagues in Sofia, Bulgaria. Click HERE to watch now.
Bulgarian Justice – Heading towards a Digital Future
Digitalization is gaining territory in Bulgarian justice. Several amendments passed recently in Bulgaria expand the scope of digital procedures and tools in Bulgarian civil and administrative procedure. Tedi Georgieva, an associate in our Sofia team, provides insights on the key changes and their practical implications in the article here.
PETERKA PARTNERS Bulgaria successful in an IP case
PETERKA PARTNERS Bulgaria successfully represented before the Bulgarian Patent Office a French governmental agency in charge of protection of French protected designations of origin and geographical indications in opposition proceedings related to two trademark applications submitted by Bulgarian companies. Registration of both trademarks was rejected with respect to the relevant classes of priority to the […]
New Framework for Sale and Servicing of Non-Performing Loans in Bulgaria
A new framework on non-performing loans is in place in Bulgaria. Have a look at the slides prepared by Iva Georgieva, an associate in our Sofia office, highlighting the key aspects of the new legislation. The new rules aim, on the one hand, at creation of more favorable conditions for the sale of non-performing loans, […]
Bulgarian Civil Procedural Code broadens mediation horizons in various disputes
Recent amendments to the Bulgarian Civil Procedural Code have introduced an obligatory information meeting for mediation in various court disputes (e.g., matrimonial matters, matters of parental responsibility, liquidation of property, certain employment disputes, numerous monetary and non-monetary claims with a value up to EUR 12 780, etc.). The court shall oblige the parties to take […]
Amendments to Arbitration Law in Bulgaria
The Bulgarian Ministry of Justice has recently published a draft law providing substantial amendments to the local legal framework on arbitration. Some of the most important aspects concerned include: • Registration of arbitration institutions seated in Bulgaria as well as proceedings of ad hoc arbitrations and institutions seated abroad with a place of arbitration in […]