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BonelliErede

General Business Law

Global Guide 2026 : Ethiopia

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Provided by BonelliErede

BonelliErede has been present in Ethiopia since 2016, and currently cooperates with the Ethiopian law firm Lidet Abebe Tizazu Law Office.

The firm offers a complete range of legal services and assistance to international investors and major local businesses across all practice areas, including contracts law, investment law, corporate law, commercial law, construction, energy, employment, intellectual property (including patent, trademark and copyright law), international arbitration and litigation.

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General Business Law - Ethiopia

Band 2

What the Team is Known For

Lidet Abebe Tizazu Law Office is especially well reputed for the strength of its practice in intellectual property, which includes litigation and patent protection, as well as registration. The team has further expertise in matters of foreign investment, energy and natural resources, real estate and M&A. Its client base is composed of both Ethiopian and overseas companies. The practice's offering is strengthened by its collaboration with leading Italian law firm BonelliErede.

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Work Highlights

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  • Lidet Abebe Tizazu Law Office advised Politecnica Ingegneria e Architettura on its establishment of a branch in Ethiopia.

Strengths

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  • Lidet Abebe Tizazu Law Office always delivers on time and provides valuable advice.

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  • Lidet Abebe Tizazu Law Office stands out for its punctuality in attending to instructions and its solutions-oriented approach.

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Notable Practitioners

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  • Lidet Abebe Tizazu
    Lidet Abebe Tizazu

    Lidet Abebe Tizazu

    Lidet Abebe Tizazu maintains her standing as a pre-eminent intellectual property lawyer in the Ethiopian market. Her practice is focused on trade mark and patent protection, acting principally for international clients.

    • Lidet Abebe Tizazu is very responsive, straightforward and a clear communicator.

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    • Lidet consistently provides a high standard of service when dealing with our matters.

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  • Mahlet Kassa
    Mahlet Kassa

    Mahlet Kassa

    Mahlet Kassa has experience advising across a multitude of practice areas, including in tax, M&A and banking and finance. She aids clients with regulatory matters, including due diligence reports, and also assists foreign companies setting up entities in Ethiopia.

    • Mahlet Kassa is to the point, clear and available.

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    • Mahlet Kassa has great knowledge of the country.

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Ethiopia

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