At STP our continuous commitment to excellence makes us who we are.
More Efficient Business Philosophy
We have the “big-firm” expertise without the “big-firm” hourly rates and overhead. We do not occupy expensive office space or maintain a large complement of administrative personnel. We only deploy experienced lawyers whose billing rates are quite affordable. Rather than incentivizing our lawyers to increase time spent on a matter, we reward efficiency.
Commercially sensible approach
Clients not just expect their lawyers to understand the law, but also to understand clients’ business, goals and priorities first before step ourselves into the legal aspects. This is what we do. Furthermore, we are flexible enough to offer to our clients on a case-by-case basis the best fee structure for their needs, whether that’s fixed fees, blended rates, or other innovative arrangements. In certain personal injury court cases, we front all expenses and only receive a fee if our client recovers.
First class service
We are committed to technical excellence in our work and to providing proactive, agile and practically oriented advice. Our referrers and clients know that we are accessible and responsive. Our partners are uniquely across every aspect of clients' matters. Our clients benefit from senior-level attention from start to finish.
Clients’ trust
We recognize that we must earn our client’s trust every day by placing their interests and needs first. We intentionally keep accepted cases to a manageable level so that we can form true longstanding relationships with our clients.
Law firm with expertise in multiple areas of law
Stoeva, Tchompalov, and Partners is a Bulgarian law firm with extensive experience in various areas of law. We have been working as a team since November 2017, when Irina Stoeva and Iordan Tchompalov left their former law firms.
Irina Stoeva is a well-known expert in pharmaceutical, trade, and insurance law, recommended by Legal 500.
Iordan Tchompalov’s entire professional experience deals with capital markets law and financing, areas in which he is recognised as an expert by Legal 500.
Natalia Yordanova has been successfully defending clients in administrative and administrative penalty cases since 2010.
Pro bono legal assistance
We offer pro bono legal assistance in the form of a free initial consultation to clients experiencing financial hardship.
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Testimonials
“Stoeva Tchompalov & Znepolski (STZ) is a highly reliable firm with very experienced partners who have a profound understanding of issues they are dealing with”
(Legal 500).
“The team at STP represents a unique combination of professionalism, experience and dedication... Their genuine attitude and commitment to every project undertaken are impressive and highly satisfactory. The STP team is precise and fast. Customer needs are at the centre of their model, and the results of their assignments are always above my expectations”
(Legal 500).
“This is a team of excellent lawyers, who perfectly collaborate and provide back-up to each other. They always respond on time and with high-quality work”
(Legal 500).
Our Story
Stoeva, Tchompalov & Partners (formerly Stoeva, Tchompalov & Znepolski) continues its practice under a renewed structure reflecting the firm’s current partnership and future direction. The name, amended since April 2026, reflects the firm’s evolution and long-term strategic direction, while preserving its established expertise, client relationships, and commitment to delivering high-quality, partner-led legal services.
The professional relationship between the name partners dates back to the late 1980s, when they studied law at the same university. This long-standing connection laid the foundation for a shared professional vision and approach to legal practice.
Prior to the establishment of Stoeva, Tchompalov & Partners (formerly Stoeva, Tchompalov & Znepolski) in 2017, Irina Stoeva and Iordan Tchompalov built their careers across leading legal and business environments, developing strong expertise in litigation, insurance, and commercial matters.
From 2004 until the firm’s founding, Irina Stoeva and Iordan Tchompalov were partners in separate but closely associated law firms, frequently collaborating on complex and high-value matters. Their continued cooperation over the years naturally evolved into the creation of a unified boutique practice, combining their experience, complementary strengths, and shared standards for quality and client service.
