Dawit Kidane Tefera

• Corporate & Commercial Law

• Regulatory Compliance

• Dispute Resolution & Litigation and Arbitration

• Construction & Real Estate

• Intellectual Property & Trademarking

• Tax & Customs Law

• Employment & Immigration Law

• Fintech, ICT and Data Privacy

• Capital Market

• NGOs & Civil Society Law

• Gaming & Sport Betting

• Media & Entertaiment

• Hospitality

• Healthcare and Pharmaceuticals

• Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)

DAWIT KIDANE brings a distinctive perspective to DABLO Law Firm LLP, utilizing over 15 years of experience in Ethiopia’s public and private sectors. Before co-founding DABLO, Dawit developed his skills as an assistant judge at the Federal First Instance Court, presiding over a variety of cases. This position provided him with a comprehensive understanding of Ethiopian law.

In 2013, Dawit moved into private practice, building a strong reputation by representing corporate and individual clients across diverse sectors. From real estate and construction to healthcare, international trade, and entertainment, Dawit has a proven record of success. As lead attorney, he has secured victories for clients in many high-profile cases at Ethiopian courts and arbitration tribunals. Since February 2023, Dawit has led DABLO Law Firm LLP as its first Principal Managing Partner, guiding the firm's growth with his extensive experience. His role on the Bar exam committee of the Ethiopian Federal Bar Association further highlights his commitment to the legal profession.

Ethiopia Federal Advocates Association (EFAA)

International Bar Association

Ethiopia Lawyers Association (ELA)

Researcher on Ethiopia Federal advocates Legal and administrative shortcomings and solutions in the federal tax administration system

Heinikein Ethiopia

Gift Realestate PLC

Mariestops International Ethiopia

BDO Ethiopia

EPPAD Pharmaceuticals

University of Gonder

Laws of Bachelor

2005 - 2009