GENERAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS

    SECTION I.

    GENERAL INFORMATION

    Savov & Partners thank you for your trust and interest in our website. These Terms and Conditions govern the relationship between the Law Firm and any person visiting and using the https://law-tax.bg website (the “Website”).

    The Website is owned by Savov Law Firm, UIC 177178850, VAT BG177178850, with registered office and registered address: Sofia, 36 Alabin Str., floor 5 (hereinafter referred to as the “Administrator”).

    You can contact us in one of the following ways:

    • by e-mail: vsavov@law-tax.bg;
    • by phone: +359 886 354 656 (billing is according to the customer’s tariff plan);
    • via the contact form on the website;
    • by post to the address: Sofia, 36 Alabin Str., floor 5.

    Savov Law Firm and the lawyers from our team are registered with the Sofia Bar Association and exercise the regulated profession of “lawyer” in accordance with the Law on the Legal Profession and the Code of Ethics of Bulgarian Lawyers. Our professional activity is carried out within the Bulgarian Bar under the general guidance of the Supreme Bar Council.

    More information and the applicable regulatory documents are available at:

    SECTION II.

    CONTENT OF THE WEBSITE

    The purpose of the website is to present information about the services we offer – legal advice, legal representation, preparation of documents for incorporation and changes in a company, administrative procedures and other legal matters. In addition, we publish up-to-date articles and analyses on important legal topics, available in Bulgarian and English.

    Access to the content of the Website is free and does not require prior registration. Any visitor may freely view the published information.

    By accessing and using the Website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to these Terms and Conditions, as well as other applicable policies. We recommend that you review these documents regularly as they are subject to periodic updates.

    SECTION III.

    CUSTOMER RELATIONS

    Any person or entity may become a customer by submitting an inquiry through the contact form on the website, by email, by phone, or at the office. We take a flexible approach to accepting engagements, and the terms of the legal service are negotiated individually – in accordance with the specifics of the case and the particular needs of the client.

    We strive to respond within a short time frame, with attention to the urgency and nature of the assignment. However, in case of excessive workload or specific circumstances, we reserve the right to refuse an engagement, for which we notify in a timely manner. Where possible we assist with referrals to trusted colleagues to take on the case.

    SECTION IV.

    FORCE MAJEURE

    The parties shall not be liable for delayed or impossible performance of obligations if this is due to force majeure – extraordinary, unforeseeable and beyond their control circumstances, such as for example: natural disasters (earthquakes, floods, fires), acts of war, acts of terrorism, epidemics and pandemics (e.g. COVID-19), blockades, mass strikes or actions of state authorities (bans, embargoes, etc.).

    During the period of force majeure, performance shall be suspended and the affected party shall notify the other party in writing within 10 days, indicating the event and its expected duration. Notification by e-mail shall be deemed valid.

    Force majeure may not be invoked by a party who was already in default before its occurrence.

    SECTION V.

    COPYRIGHT AND INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS

    All content on the Website – texts, images, graphics, structures, logos and other elements – is subject to copyright and intellectual property owned by the Administrator or by third parties with express permission granted.

    The publication of content does not constitute a grant of license or consent to its use outside the scope of these Terms and Conditions. Any form of reproduction, distribution or imitation without prior written permission is prohibited.

    Content on the Website may only be used for personal, non-commercial purposes. The creation of sites or pages that reproduce or misleadingly resemble our Website is prohibited. In case of infringement, the Administrator is entitled to claim compensation for damages.

    Use of content for commercial purposes is only possible with the prior written consent of the Administrator, provided specifically for the content requested. The Administrator reserves the right to refuse such permission without obligation to give reasons for the refusal.

    It is also possible that we have published content on the Website whose rights belong to third parties. The Administrator guarantees that its use is with their knowledge and consent. This content may only be used by Users for personal, non-commercial purposes and at their own risk.

    For the avoidance of doubt, the Administrator does not represent or act on behalf of third parties unless expressly stated.

    SECTION VI.

    DISCLAIMER

    Administrator shall not be liable for any difficulty, suspension or termination of access to the Website, regardless of the cause. The same applies to changes in the design, structure or content of the Website, which may be made without prior notice.

    All materials on the Website are for informational purposes only and do not constitute legal advice. The Administrator is not responsible for any action taken on the basis of the content, nor does it guarantee its completeness, accuracy, timeliness or applicability to any particular case or moment.

    The Administrator does not guarantee that the Content will match the individual expectations of Users, nor is it responsible if the Content is perceived to be inappropriate, inaccurate or out of date. Some of the posts may reflect the personal opinions of individual lawyers on the team, which do not commit the official position of the firm.

    The legal professionals and attorneys featured on the Website practice in accordance with the applicable laws of their respective jurisdictions. Certain details regarding their professional experience may refer to periods prior to their affiliation with the firm.

    The Administrator shall not be held liable in other cases explicitly provided for – including in these Terms and Conditions, in content published on the Website, or under applicable legislation.

    SECTION VII.

    RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF USERS

    Each user has the right to freely access and use the Website, as well as to benefit from its content for personal, non-commercial purposes. Users may contact the Administrator through the provided communication channels, express interest in entering into a legal services agreement, and obtain information regarding the processing of personal data in accordance with the Privacy Policy.

    The exercise of these rights does not exclude other rights provided for by law, these General Terms and Conditions or the Privacy Policy, and their non-exercise does not constitute a waiver thereof.

    In connection with the use of the Website, users are expected to act in good faith and responsibly. They undertake:

    • not to interfere with the operation of the Website or the activities of the Administrator;
    • provide correct, complete and up-to-date information when making enquiries or requests;
    • not to copy, reproduce or imitate the site or any part of it;
    • not use the content for commercial or business purposes without prior consent;
    • not to damage the prestige and reputation of the Administrator by their actions;
    • not to misrepresent themselves as its agents, affiliates, employees or contractors;
    • not to disclose confidential information;
    • refrain from acts or omissions that could cause damage to the Administrator;
    • comply with all requirements under applicable law, these Terms and Conditions and the Privacy Policy.

    SECTION VIII.

    RIGHTS AND OBLIGATIONS OF THE ADMINISTRATOR

    The Administrator reserves the right to make visual, structural or other changes to the Website, including to its content, without any obligation to inform users in advance. At its sole discretion, may temporarily restrict access to or discontinue maintenance of the Website, either temporarily or permanently, without prior notice.

    The administrator is entitled to publish trade names, brands, logos or other information identifying customers when this is necessary for the provision of the service or within the framework of professional communication. Also, the Administrator is not obliged to respond to any correspondence received from users, except as otherwise provided by applicable law or these Terms and Conditions.

    In addition to the rights listed above, the Administrator shall exercise all other rights provided for by law, these Terms and Conditions or the Privacy Policy. Failure to exercise a right shall not be deemed a waiver of that right.

    Within the scope of its obligations, the Controller undertakes to provide accurate, comprehensible and up-to-date information about the personal data it processes when requested by a user and in accordance with the Privacy Policy. It also undertakes to comply with all other requirements arising from applicable law, the General Terms and Conditions and the Privacy Policy.

    SECTION IX.

    EXTERNAL LINKS

    The Website may contain external links – hyperlinks – that lead to Internet pages maintained by third parties. Upon clicking on such a link, the user leaves the Administrator’s Website and proceeds to content that is beyond the Administrator’s control. The Administrator reserves the right to add, change or remove external links at any time without prior notice.

    By using an external link, the user agrees to be bound by the terms and conditions and privacy policy of the external site concerned. The Administrator has no control over, and assumes no responsibility for the content, as well as for the terms and practices of these third parties. All claims, objections or demands relating to the use of such pages should be directed to the respective third party.

    The Administrator is not liable for any damages – direct or indirect – that a user may suffer as a result of using an external link or the content of a third party website. It is also not guaranteed that access to such external pages will be available at all times, and the Administrator is not liable for temporary or permanent obstruction of access, regardless of the reasons.

    SECTION X.

    CHANGE IN TERMS AND CONDITIONS

    Administrator reserves the right to unilaterally supplement, amend or update these Terms and Conditions. Any changes will be posted on the Website, and users are hereby deemed to have been duly notified. The new version of the General Terms and Conditions shall come into force on the date of its publication and shall have effect henceforth.

    Users undertake to familiarize themselves with the changes in a timely manner. Use of the Website after the updated General Terms and Conditions have come into effect shall be deemed confirmation that the user accepts and agrees to their content. If a user does not agree with the changes made, they should discontinue use of the Website.

    SECTION XI.

    FINAL PROVISIONS

    The headings of the sections are indicative and do not modify or limit the content of the clauses, which are to be interpreted in their entirety and in relation to each other.

    If an individual provision proves to be invalid, this shall not affect the validity of the remaining provisions. The invalid provision shall be deemed to stand alone and shall not invalidate the General Terms and Conditions as a whole.

    All disputes between the Administrator and Users shall be resolved by mutual negotiations, and the parties do not exclude the applicability of out-of-court dispute resolution methods. In the event that no agreement is reached, the Parties may refer the specific dispute to the relevant competent court.

    The Bulgarian legislation in force, as well as the law of the European Union and the international treaties ratified and promulgated by the Republic of Bulgaria shall apply to all unsettled issues.

    These General Terms and Conditions come into force on 24.06.2025.