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Valkov, Genova & Co.Valkov, Genova & Co.

Finance & capital

Finance & Banking

Banking regulations, structuring of financing, and investment protection.

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The business context

In the race for market share, access to capital is the dividing line between stagnation and scaling. For innovative startups and established companies, attracting financing is not just a transaction, but a strategic stage that defines the future trajectory of the business.

The sources of liquidity are diverse - from Venture Capital and Private Equity funds and business angels, to complex bank financing. However, each of these opportunities comes with a specific "price" - not merely in terms of interest or equity, but in the form of conditions regarding control, management, and risk allocation.

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How we help

  • Legal Due Diligence for Investors

    Conducting legal due diligence on target companies and preparing reports to identify financial and administrative risks.

  • Capital Structure Restructuring

    Legal formalization of changes in capital distribution and drafting agreements between partners or shareholders and investors.

  • Convertible Loans and SAFE Agreements

    Drafting convertible loan agreements and SAFE agreements for equity financing.

  • Investment Rounds

    Drafting investment agreements and legal representation during negotiations for equity financing.

  • Protection of Investor Rights

    Drafting veto clauses, reserved rights, and control mechanisms in articles of association and shareholders' agreements.

  • Financing

    Drafting investment loan agreements and establishing collateral through the registration of mortgages and special pledges over commercial enterprises.

  • Project Finance

    Legal structuring and drafting of documentation for infrastructure, energy, and real estate projects, including risk allocation agreements.

  • Regulatory Compliance for the Financial Sector

    Drafting legal opinions on the application of the BNB (Bulgarian National Bank) regulatory framework and European directives for banking and financial institutions.

  • Payment Services and FinTech

    Drafting documentation and representation before regulatory authorities in licensing procedures for electronic money institutions, payment institutions, and financial platforms.

  • Anti-Money Laundering Procedures (AML/KYC)

    Drafting internal rules, policies, and procedures for customer due diligence and establishing the source of funds.

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Our approach

We stand at the intersection of entrepreneurial ambition and the demands of capital. Our role is to transform the business vision into a viable and legally sound investment structure, without overcomplicating the process.

Whether we represent a startup or an investor, our focus is on the sustainability of the deal. We combine expertise in commercial law with knowledge of financial standards to negotiate terms that are fair and clear. Our goal is to create a framework that protects the investment while preserving the operational freedom and motivation of the entrepreneurs.

Lead partner

Partner

Lyubomir Valkov

Leads: Corporate & transactions · Finance & capital

Lyubomir Valkov is a partner at Valkov, Genova & Co.

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