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

Finance & capital

Capital Markets & Fintech

Solutions for capital markets, securities trading, and the fintech sector.

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The business context

The convergence of finance and technology creates new markets, but also unprecedented regulatory challenges. Whether you are a fintech company defining new payment models, or a company seeking access to public capital, the legal framework is the critical factor for success.

In this environment, "compliance" is not merely an administrative requirement, but a license to operate. We help clients navigate the dynamic landscape of financial regulations, providing the stable foundation necessary to attract investors and build consumer trust.

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How we help

  • Initial Public Offerings (IPO)

    Drafting and approval of public offering prospectuses before the Financial Supervision Commission (FSC).

  • Restructuring for Capital Markets

    Legal restructuring of companies in preparation for listing on the Bulgarian Stock Exchange (BSE) and the SME Growth Market (BEAM).

  • Institutional Representation

    Legal assistance and representation in relations with investment firms, investment banks, and institutional investors.

  • Warrant Issues

    Legal structuring and execution of warrant issues.

  • Corporate Bond Issues

    Structuring of issues of corporate, secured, and convertible bonds.

  • Admission to Trading

    Representation before the FSC, Central Depository AD, and the BSE for the admission of issues to trading.

  • Licensing and Passporting

    Full legal servicing of licensing procedures before the Bulgarian National Bank (BNB) and the FSC, including notification (passporting) for the provision of services in the EU.

  • Legal Framework for FinTech Platforms

    Drafting of General Terms and Conditions, end-customer contracts, and SLA agreements for technological payment platforms.

  • Digital Operational Resilience (DORA)

    Consulting and ensuring compliance with the requirements of the DORA Regulation for the financial sector.

  • Licensing of Financial Entities

    Licensing of investment firms and alternative investment fund managers (AIFMs) before the FSC.

  • Crowdfunding

    Legal structuring and licensing of crowdfunding platforms in accordance with the European ECSP Regulation.

  • Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs)

    Legal structuring and registration of Alternative Investment Funds (AIFs).

  • MiFID II and SFDR Regulatory Framework

    Consulting in accordance with the MiFID II Directive, the Sustainable Finance Disclosure Regulation (SFDR), and cross-border fund distribution in the EU.

  • Fund Documentation and Risk Management

    Drafting of internal rules, key information documents (KIDs), and risk management policies.

  • Crypto-Assets and MiCA Compliance

    Consulting and licensing of crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) under the MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) Regulation.

  • AML/KYC Framework for FINTECH

    Development of comprehensive AML/KYC policies, internal control rules, and risk assessment procedures.

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Our approach

Our strength lies in combining deep expertise in capital markets with the specifics of financial technologies. We analyze the regulatory framework directly within the context of your technological process. This ensures that legal solutions are practically applicable and do not impede product functionality.

We embed regulatory requirements as early as the business planning stage. We work with issuers and fintech companies to create structures that are fully compliant with the law and ready for market launch. The goal is to ensure seamless navigation through licensing procedures and a secure foundation for future scaling.

Lead partner

Partner

Lyubomir Valkov

Leads: Corporate & transactions · Finance & capital

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

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