Novel, also known as Kolcheva, Koev and Partners, is a Bulgarian law firm with a long standing track record in handling complex corporate and commercial matters. Founded in 1994, the firm has built broad expertise in corporate governance, project financing, and cross-border transactions and operates under EN ISO 9001:2008 certification, reflecting its commitment to quality and consistent service. The practice serves clients in Bulgarian, English, German, French and Russian, underscoring its international reach and multilingual capabilities.

Led by Petya Kolcheva and Valeri Koev as managing partners, the firm brings together a team of seasoned practitioners in energy, banking, real estate and corporate law. Their experience includes advising banks, investors and large Bulgarian corporations on high value transactions and project financing, as well as guidance on regulatory and commercial matters in a rapidly evolving market. The team communicates in English, German, French and Russian, aligning with client needs across borders.

Novel emphasizes a client focused approach built on knowledge, experience and precision. The firm combines deep sector knowledge with practical solutions to expedite business objectives, whether in disputes, regulatory matters or complex finance and corporate projects. Its EN ISO 9001:2008 certification and history of high efficiency underscore a commitment to delivering reliable, commercially grounded results for each client.

About Aдвокатско дружество „Колчева, Смиленов, Коев и съдружници“ (Новел Консулт)

Founded in 1994


Practice areas
Corporate & Commercial
Banking & Finance
Real Estate
Energy, Environment & ESG
Employment & Labor

Languages spoken
English

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Practice areas

Corporate & Commercial

Novel provides corporate structuring and governance advice, management contracts, and support for mergers and acquisitions, restructurings and other corporate transactions, drawing on the partners' extensive experience with Bulgarian and regional deals.
Administrative
Admiralty & Maritime
Agriculture
Antitrust
Aviation
Business Registration
Contract
Due Diligence
Franchising
Gaming
Government Contract
Licensing
Merger & Acquisition
Transportation
Venture Capital
Cannabis Law
Nonprofit & Charitable Organizations
International Trade Law
Government Relations & Lobbying
Private Equity
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls

Banking & Finance

The firm handles project financing, banking and syndicated loans, venture capital and mezzanine financing, advising lenders, investors and corporates on complex financing structures and related regulatory matters.
Investment
Securities
Financial Services Regulation
Tax Increment Financing
Project Finance
Structured Finance
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance
Debt Capital Markets
Equity Capital Markets
Sustainable Finance
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Funds & Asset Management

Real Estate

Real estate rights, construction, urban planning and infrastructure are supported by the firm through advice on property transactions, permits, licensing and development projects, with attention to financing, regulation and risk management.
Commercial Real Estate
Housing, Construction & Development
Foreclosure
Land Use & Zoning
Landlord & Tenant
Mortgage
Real Estate Due Diligence
Real Estate Contracts and Negotiations
Brokerage
Conveyancing

Energy, Environment & ESG

Environmental Law & Compliance
Oil, Gas & Energy
Natural Resources
ESG Advisory & Compliance
Climate Change Law
Renewable & Alternative Energy
Energy Regulatory Law
Water Law
Mining Law

Employment & Labor

Labor law advisory covers employment contracts, HR management, employee relations and disputes, with practical assistance on workforce restructurings, compliance and dispute resolution.
Employment Rights
Hiring & Firing
Job Discrimination
Labor Law
Pension
Retirement
Sexual Harassment
Social Security
Wage & Hour
Wrongful Termination
Whistleblower & Qui Tam
Employment Benefits & Executive Compensation

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