7 March 2025

New Ethiopian Member for LEX Africa

DABLO Law Firm, one of Ethiopia’s premier full-service law firms, has officially joined LEX Africa, Africa’s largest and longest-standing legal Alliance. This expands LEX Africa to cover 30 African countries.   Founded in 1993, LEX Africa is a Band 1 ranked African legal Alliance that provides cross-border and local African legal solutions to businesses, investors, organisations and other clients operating across diverse sectors. The addition of DABLO Law Firm further enhances LEX Africa’s ability to offer world-class legal expertise throughout Africa.  

Commenting on the firm’s admission to LEX Africa, Managing Partner Dawit Kidane said:

“Joining LEX Africa is a significant milestone for DABLO Law Firm and a testament to our commitment to delivering high-quality legal services with a Pan-African perspective. As Ethiopia continues to attract international investment, being part of LEX Africa allows us to offer clients seamless access to top-tier legal expertise across the continent.”

Deputy Managing Partner Addisu Hailegebrel added:

We are honored to become LEX Africa’s exclusive Ethiopian member. This alliance not only expands our reach but also enables us to collaborate with some of Africa’s most respected law firms. Our clients will benefit from enhanced cross-border legal capabilities, and we look forward to contributing to the alliance’s continued success.”*  

Deputy Managing Partner Bruk Geremew also commented, saying:

“Becoming part of LEX Africa is a pivotal moment for our firm and the broader Ethiopian legal market. This alliance allows us to connect with Africa’s top legal minds, share knowledge, and enhance the services we offer to our clients—both local and international. As Ethiopia’s economy continues to evolve, having access to a trusted Pan-African legal network ensures that we remain at the forefront of delivering innovative, business-driven legal solutions.”  

LEX Africa Chairperson Pieter Steyn says, “We are delighted and honoured to welcome DABLO Law Firm to LEX Africa.  Ethiopia is a key African jurisdiction and DABLO law firm expands our Pan African Team and presence to cover 30 African countries. We look forward to working together with our new Ethiopian colleagues”.

DABLO Law Firm specializes in a broad range of legal areas, including corporate and commercial law, investment law, litigation and dispute resolution, employment law, real estate and construction law, intellectual property, banking and finance, regulatory compliance, tax and customs, NGO and civil society law, gaming and entertainment law, and public-private partnerships (PPP).  With a strong understanding of Ethiopia’s evolving legal and business landscape, the firm is well-positioned to support both local and international clients navigating the country’s dynamic investment climate.

For more information see https://dablolawfirm.com 

English, Amharic, Afan Oromo

Adwa Street Arat Kilo, Nib Bank Building, 2nd Floor, Office No. 201, Addis Ababa, Ethiopia

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