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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


Practice areas
Business
Banking & Finance
Corporate & Commercial

Languages spoken
Amharic
English

Social media

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.

Tax
New Business Formation
FDA Law

Banking & Finance

Investment
Structured Finance
Project Finance
Funds & Asset Management
Public-Private Partnerships (PPP)
Sustainable Finance
Equity Capital Markets
Debt Capital Markets
Acquisition / Leveraged Finance

Corporate & Commercial

Contract
Due Diligence
Business Registration
International Trade Law
Corporate Governance
Sanctions & Export Controls
Private Equity

Our Partners and Associates

Case results

Acted as the principal Independent Legal Advisor for ESC listing

Due Diligence

Achieved a landmark victory in a high-profile dispute case

Civil Litigation

Successfully Established a one man company

Business Registration

Hyundai Development Company (South Korea)

General Litigation

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