
Liku Worku Law Office | Business & Investment Lawyers in Ethiopia
Helping businesses and investors succeed in Ethiopia with clear, practical legal solutions. Trusted experts in corporate, tax, and investment law.
At Liku Worku Law Office, we believe that great legal advice starts with understanding your goals. Whether you’re starting a business, investing in Ethiopia, or navigating complex regulations, our job is simple: to make the legal process clear, practical, and stress-free for you.
How We Help You
Our clients come to us with big ambitions — expanding businesses, exploring investment opportunities, or resolving legal disputes. We make it our mission to guide you at every step by:
- Setting up your business the right way – From company registration to licensing, we ensure you meet every legal requirement so you can focus on growth.
- Supporting foreign and local investors – We simplify investment laws, secure permits, and make the process smooth so you can get started faster.
- Protecting your interests – Whether drafting contracts or resolving disputes, we provide solutions designed to safeguard your business and personal rights.
- Making complex rules simple – We translate Ethiopia’s legal landscape into plain, practical steps that work for you.
Why Clients Choose Us
- Local expertise you can trust – With over a decade of experience in Ethiopian law, we know how to navigate regulations effectively.
- Proven results – We’ve successfully helped local entrepreneurs and international investors achieve their business goals.
- Innovative solutions – From digital legal resources to personalized strategies, we make legal support smarter and more accessible.
- A partner who cares – We take time to understand your priorities and tailor solutions to your unique situation.
Your Goals, Our Mission
Legal challenges don’t have to slow you down. With Liku Worku Law Office, you have a partner who will stand by you, explain your options clearly, and guide you toward the best possible outcome. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, an investor, or a company expanding into Ethiopia, we’re here to protect your interests and help you succeed.
About Liku Worku Law Office
Founded in 2012
4 people in their team
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Practice areas
Business
Starting or running a business in Ethiopia comes with unique opportunities — and complex regulations. At Liku Worku Law Office, we make the process simple by providing clear, practical, and strategic legal advice tailored to your business goals.
Whether you’re a local entrepreneur, a growing company, or an international investor, we guide you through every step, including:
- Company formation & registration – Setting up your business smoothly and in full compliance with Ethiopian laws.
- Mergers & acquisitions – Handling negotiations, due diligence, and documentation to protect your interests.
- Corporate governance – Helping you build a solid legal structure to manage your business effectively.
- Commercial contracts – Drafting, reviewing, and negotiating agreements that safeguard your rights and minimize risk.
Our goal is to empower your business decisions and provide the legal foundation you need to grow confidently in Ethiopia’s fast-evolving market.
Banking & Finance
Corporate & Commercial
Our Partners and Associates
As the Founder and Managing Partner of Liku Worku Law Office, Mr. Liku Worku Haile is a leading figure in Ethiopia’s legal community, widely recognized for his deep expertise in corporate, commercial, and investment law. With over a decade of experience, he has advised multinational companies, investors, and local businesses on complex legal matters — always with a practical, client-first approach.
His reputation is built on solving challenging legal problems, guiding clients through Ethiopia’s evolving business landscape, and providing strategic counsel that empowers them to make informed decisions.
Leadership in Legal Reform
Beyond client work, Mr. Worku has played a key role in shaping Ethiopia’s legal system. His expertise is frequently sought by the government and national legal bodies. Some of his notable contributions include:
Executive Committee Member, Federal Lawyers Association – One of seven members governing Ethiopia’s federal legal profession under Proclamation No. 1249/2020.
Legal & Justice Affairs Advisory Council – Appointed by the Attorney General as one of thirteen experts helping drive major justice reforms.
Commercial Code Amendment Team – Contributed to revising Ethiopia’s commercial code, modernizing the legal framework for business and investment.
Innovation & Community Contribution
Mr. Worku is passionate about making legal knowledge more accessible and leveraging technology to improve justice. His key initiatives include:
Founder of Abyssinia Law – An award-winning legal platform recognized across Africa and by the World Justice Project for advancing the rule of law in Ethiopia.
Creator of the “Negari” App – A mobile app providing free access to Ethiopian laws and Supreme Court cassation decisions, downloaded by over 50,000 legal professionals nationwide.
A Visionary Leader for Clients
By combining deep legal expertise with forward-thinking solutions, Mr. Worku leads the firm with a clear mission: to deliver world-class legal support that helps businesses, investors, and individuals thrive in Ethiopia.
Case results
Acted as the principal Independent Legal Advisor for ESC listing
Due Diligence
Engagement: Acted as the principal Independent Legal Advisor, orchestrating the complex legal and regulatory processes for Gadaa Bank's successful listing on the Ethiopian Securities Exchange (ESX).
Outcome: Successfully guided the bank through its landmark listing, a historic milestone that established Gadaa Bank as only the second banking institution to be listed on the nascent ESX.
Achieved a landmark victory in a high-profile dispute case
Civil Litigation
Engagement: Achieved a landmark victory in a high-profile dispute against the Ministry of Energy, Water, and Electricity, litigating the case across all three federal judicial tiers.
Outcome: Successfully secured a monumental award of 309,000,000.00 ETB for our client.
Successfully Established a one man company
Business Registration
Engagement: Successfully managed the end-to-end process of establishing the Swiss-based Pula Advisors AG (a one-man company) in Ethiopia.
Outcome: Navigated the complete regulatory framework of the Ethiopian Investment Commission (EIC) to secure the investment license and facilitate all corporate registrations.
Hyundai Development Company (South Korea)
General Litigation
Engagement: Orchestrated a successful, multi-level defense strategy for the South Korean engineering and construction giant in a major commercial lawsuit.
Outcome: Secured a decisive victory at the Federal Supreme Court, successfully defending our client against claims valued at 224 million Ethiopian Birr.