Federal Court Advocate · Ethiopia

Experienced counsel.
Decisive advocacy.

More than two decades of legal experience representing individuals, businesses and investors in high-stakes disputes and complex transactions.

20+Years of experience
All Federal CourtsAdvocacy license
End-to-endLegal representation
Lawyer Teshome Belachew speaking at a professional event
Principal AttorneyTeshome Belachew
Litigation Business law Foreign investment Legal advisory

Areas of practice

Serious legal support
when the stakes are high.

From the courtroom to the boardroom, the office provides focused counsel grounded in Ethiopian law and more than twenty years of practical experience.

01

Litigation & Dispute Resolution

Strategic representation in civil, commercial and administrative disputes before Ethiopia's Federal First Instance, High and Supreme Courts.

  • Court representation
  • Pleadings & legal submissions
  • Arbitration & mediation
  • Judgment enforcement
02

Corporate & Commercial

Practical legal support for Ethiopian enterprises, founders, investors and established companies making consequential business decisions.

  • Company formation & structuring
  • Commercial transactions
  • Mergers & acquisitions
  • Corporate governance
03

Foreign Investment

Clear, locally grounded guidance for international investors entering or expanding in Ethiopia.

  • Investment permits
  • Joint ventures
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Market-entry counsel
04

Criminal Defense

Diligent defense for individuals and organizations, with careful preparation and committed courtroom advocacy.

  • Pre-charge advice
  • Trial representation
  • Appeals
  • Corporate criminal matters
05

Contracts & Advisory

Precise drafting and commercially aware advice designed to prevent disputes before they begin.

  • Contract drafting & review
  • Negotiation support
  • Employment agreements
  • Construction contracts
06

Specialist Counsel

Focused assistance on complex regulatory and transactional matters that demand disciplined legal research.

  • Tax & customs
  • Intellectual property
  • Legal due diligence
  • Property & regulatory research
Teshome Belachew, principal attorney

Principal attorney

Experience that
strengthens every case.

Teshome Belachew is an Ethiopian advocate with more than 20 years of professional experience and a license to practice before all Federal Courts.

He advises and represents private clients, Ethiopian businesses and international investors across litigation, corporate matters, contracts and regulatory questions. His approach combines careful preparation, direct communication and practical judgment.

“A client deserves more than legal theory. They deserve a clear strategy, honest advice and committed representation.”
All Federal Courts Advocacy LicenseFederal First Instance · Federal High Court · Federal Supreme Court

How we work

Clear thinking.
Careful preparation.
Strong representation.

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Direct access

Clients work with an experienced advocate, not an anonymous case-processing system.

02

Prepared advocacy

Every matter is approached with disciplined research, clear strategy and courtroom readiness.

03

Commercial judgment

Legal advice is connected to the client's real risk, timing and business objectives.

04

Professional discretion

Sensitive matters are handled with care, confidentiality and respect.

Lady Justice

Confidential consultation

Bring your legal matter
into clear focus.

Tell us briefly what you need. The office will review your inquiry and contact you to discuss appropriate next steps.

Submitting an inquiry does not create an attorney-client relationship. Please do not send confidential documents until representation is confirmed.

Contact the office

Phone+251 911 235 193WhatsAppMessage the officeEmailprawdlowyer1959@gmail.com
OfficeMeher Building, Second Floor
Addis Ababa, Ethiopia
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