Ethiopia's Only
IR Global Member
for Corporate Law
Connecting international clients with Ethiopia's only law firm founded entirely by former judges — 114+ years of combined judicial experience.
Experience
Judges
What This Means for Your Clients
Single Point of Contact
Dedicated Ethiopian counsel with unmatched judicial insight. One relationship, full-service delivery across 16 practice areas.
Exclusive Representation
5A is IR Global's only Corporate Law member for Ethiopia. No other referral destination. Your client gets the best.
Seamless Cross-Border Service
Direct firm-to-firm coordination, all local procedures handled end-to-end, with English reporting at every stage.
Why 5A Law Firm
5A Law Firm LLP is the only law firm in Ethiopia founded entirely by former judges of the Federal Supreme Court and Federal High Court. Our founding partners bring 114+ years of combined judicial experience — meaning we understand exactly how Ethiopian courts think, how decisions are made, and how to position your client's matter for the best outcome.
This is not a marketing claim. It is a structural advantage that no other Ethiopian firm can offer.
Ideal Referral Matters
If your client needs any of the following in Ethiopia, we are your partner:
How Referrals Work
You Contact Us
Reach out with your client's requirements. We respond with a substantive reply within two business days.
We Scope & Confirm
We confirm scope, conduct a conflict check, provide a fee estimate, and agree terms via a formal engagement letter.
We Deliver & Report
We handle the matter end-to-end and keep you informed throughout with regular status updates and English reporting.
We operate in full compliance with IR Global's Network Protocols on referral handling, fee arrangements, and member conduct.
Our Partners
Five former judges with 114+ years of combined judicial experience leading your Ethiopian matters.
Ali Mohammed Ali
Amare Ashenafi
Almaw Wolie
Alemu Korme
Ashenafi Yirga Nigatu
About IR Global
IR Global is a multi-disciplinary professional services network that provides legal, accountancy, and financial advice to companies and individuals around the world. With exclusive membership limited to one firm per practice area per jurisdiction, IR Global ensures clients receive the highest quality, partner-led service wherever they operate.
Ready to refer a client? Let's talk.
Contact Amare Ashenafi Aragie, Deputy Managing Partner, directly for all IR Global referral matters.
Send a Referral Enquiry