Addis Ababa, January 2026 — 5A Law Firm LLP is pleased to announce that it has been accepted as a member of IR Global, one of the world's largest international professional services networks. The firm will serve as IR Global's exclusive Ethiopian member for Corporate Law.
About IR Global
IR Global is an international multi-disciplinary professional services network that provides legal, accountancy, and financial advisory services across more than 155 jurisdictions worldwide. Unlike traditional legal networks, IR Global brings together carefully vetted firms that share a commitment to delivering high-quality, commercially focused services to businesses operating across borders.
Membership is by invitation and is exclusive — meaning only one firm per jurisdiction is admitted in each practice area. This exclusivity ensures that referring firms and clients receive dedicated attention from the best available local counsel in each market.
What This Means for Our Clients
Through IR Global, 5A Law Firm's clients now have seamless access to trusted legal professionals in over 155 countries. Whether a client is expanding operations from Ethiopia into new markets, structuring cross-border transactions, or navigating multi-jurisdictional regulatory requirements, our IR Global network provides immediate access to vetted, experienced counsel worldwide.
For international businesses and law firms, this membership means that Ethiopia now has a dedicated point of contact within a recognized global network — making it easier than ever to obtain reliable Ethiopian legal counsel backed by international standards of service delivery.
Why 5A Law Firm
5A Law Firm LLP is Ethiopia's only law firm founded by five former Federal Supreme Court and Federal High Court judges. Our founding partners bring 114+ years of combined judicial and legal experience, providing unmatched insight into Ethiopia's legal and regulatory landscape. The firm advises foreign investors, multinational corporations, and international institutions on investment, corporate, tax, and dispute resolution matters across Ethiopia.
"Joining IR Global is a natural step in our mission to connect Ethiopia's legal market with the international business community," said Amare Ashenafi Aragie, Deputy Managing Partner. "As Ethiopia undergoes historic economic reforms — including the opening of the banking sector to foreign participation and the launch of the Ethiopian Securities Exchange — the demand for internationally connected Ethiopian legal counsel has never been greater. Our IR Global membership allows us to serve that demand through a trusted global platform."
About 5A Law Firm LLP
Established in 2022 by five former senior judges, 5A Law Firm LLP is headquartered in Addis Ababa — the diplomatic capital of Africa and seat of the African Union. The firm specializes in investment law, corporate and M&A transactions, tax advisory, litigation and arbitration, and regulatory affairs. With a track record that includes matters valued at over USD 108 million, the firm serves a client base that is approximately 60% international.
For more information or to discuss how our expanded international network can serve your business needs, contact us or call +251 116 504949.
