Ivan Alexander Manev

Senior Associate
Practices and Industries
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Ivan Alexander has a passion for untangling complex tax matters and turning legal questions into clear, practical solutions.

Ivan Alexander Manev is a Senior Associate, specializing in Bulgarian tax law, with a particular focus on corporate taxation, private wealth, cross-border tax matters and tax disputes.

He has extensive experience in advising domestic and international clients on corporate income tax, VAT, withholding taxes and the Bulgarian tax implications of international transactions. His practice focuses on structuring, tax implications of commercial transactions and business reorganizations, as well as ongoing tax advice to corporate clients.

He also has substantial experience in tax controversy, representing clients in audits, administrative appeals and judicial proceedings. His work spans various industries, including manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, technology and transport.

In addition to his tax practice, Ivan Alexander has experience in administrative and commercial law, as well as capital markets regulation, including regulatory matters and licensing procedures. He also advises on private wealth matters, helping client’s structure and protect their assets while addressing personal and cross-border tax considerations.

Ivan Alexander has been recognized by Chambers and Partners as an Associate to Watch in Tax in Bulgaria for four consecutive years (2023–2026). He is named a Rising Star in General Corporate Tax by ITR World Tax and is shortlisted for Tax Lawyer Rising Star at the ITR Europe Tax Awards 2026.

He is a member of the Executive Board of the Bulgarian Branch of the International Fiscal Association (IFA) and a member of the International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA), where he previously served as National Representative for Bulgaria.

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Work highlights

  • Has assisted international and local clients from various sectors (transport, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals) in ongoing audit and inspection procedures representing them before the National Revenue Agency and the courts
  • Successfully represented Tradenet Varna before the courts in appealing administrative sanctions issued by the National Revenue Agency
  • Provides day-to-day assistance to the Bulgarian Branch of Pfizer on commercial and tax related matters
  • Actively consulting individuals and corporates operating in the sector of cryptocurrencies on tax and regulatory matters.

Affiliations

  • Plovdiv Bar Association
  • International Association of Young Lawyers (AIJA)
  • Member of the Executive Board of the International Fiscal Association - Branch Bulgaria

Education

  • Plovdiv University Paisii Hilendarski, Faculty of Law (LL.M.)

Languages

  • Bulgarian
  • English
  • Italian

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