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Wudeneh Melkamu

Wudeneh Melkamu
Senior Associate | Former Tech Startup Head of Legal
Legal Team

Wudeneh Melkamu

Senior Associate
Senior Associate | Former Tech Startup Head of Legal
Government Digital Council Member
12+
Years Exp.
Federal Courts
Court Level
Tech Law Expert
Credential
2
Languages

Practice Areas

Corporate Law Technology Law Labor Relations Regulatory Compliance Arbitration Startup Advisory

Professional Summary

Senior associate with diverse experience spanning technology startups, security services, and law enforcement. Has held head of legal positions at multiple organizations, bringing practical expertise in corporate governance, employment law, and regulatory compliance.

His background in police administration adds unique perspective on regulatory and compliance matters. Member of Government Digital Council bringing technology policy expertise.

Judicial & Government Experience

  • Senior Associate, 5A Law Firm LLP
    Corporate law, technology, regulatory compliance
  • Head of Legal, Technology Startup
    Led legal function for tech company
  • Government Digital Council Member
    Technology policy advisory

Representative Matters

  • Structured technology company formation and governance
  • Advised startups on regulatory compliance
  • Handled employment law matters for tech companies
  • Provided corporate governance advisory
  • Represented clients in commercial arbitration

Education & Credentials

  • LL.B.
    Ethiopia
  • Technology Law Training
    Various

Languages

English (Fluent)
Amharic (Native)

Professional Affiliations

Government Digital Council — Member
Ethiopian Bar Association
Former Tech Startup Head of Legal

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