Iliya is a senior associate with Dinova Rusev & Partners. His practice focus lies in the Energy sector, , where he has extensive experience advising clients on transactions in both renewable and conventional energy. He has actively participated in the discussions on the new energy trading rules and the new act on energy from renewable sources. His experience in the field also includes advising clients on all aspects of implementation of projects for production of electricity from renewable sources, electricity supply agreements, environmental compliance and carbon trading issues. Iliya has signifcant experience in structuring, drafting and negotiating project finance and takeover agreements. His Real Estate experience includes participation in due diligence reviews, advising on regulatory compliance and drafting a wide range of contracts, including construction and lease agreements. Iliya has a growing practice in advising on timeshare issues and implementation of the concept in Bulgaria. He also represents clients in commercial, environmental and administrative litigation.

Prior to joining Dinova Rusev & Partners, Iliya completed a clerkship at the Administrative Division of Sofia City Court and worked as a freelance legal counsel. He currently teaches the law paper for the ACCA exams with BPP Professional Training. He speaks Bulgarian, English and Russian. Iliya also holds a Certificate from UCSD San Diego in legal drafting which he obtained in 2005.