Real Estate, Property & Construction Law

ON THIS PAGE

Overview
Key Matters
Related Insights
Contact Us

KEY EXPERTS

Bruk Geremew Founding Partner

Elilta Kefale Associate II

Overview

Ethiopia’s real estate sector—especially in Addis Ababa—has seen rapid growth over the past two decades, fueled by urban expansion and rising demand. DABLO Law Firm has been a trusted legal advisor throughout this evolution, supporting developers, landowners, buyers, contractors, and financiers in navigating the sector’s legal and transactional complexities.

We provide end-to-end legal support, from drafting development agreements to resolving disputes. Our deep understanding of stakeholder dynamics allows us to structure practical, client-specific solutions—even in the absence of a unified legal framework. By leveraging scattered regulations and crafting tailored arrangements, we’ve helped clients succeed in a fast-moving, high-stakes environment.

Now, with the introduction of Proclamation No. 1357/2024—the first comprehensive law governing real estate development and marketing in Ethiopia—DABLO is ready to guide clients through this new legal landscape. Whether you’re a developer, investor, or buyer, we’re equipped to protect your interests and support your goals.

Key Matters

Represented a major real estate developers in arbitration and court proceedings involving disputes with property buyers and landowners, successfully concluding multiple cases.
Representing a prominent real estate company in contractual disputes with apartment and landowners tied to its development projects.
Drafted and reviewed over ten standardized Apartment Unit and Townhouse Sale Agreements for various developments, ensuring legal clarity and protection of client interests.
Facilitated equity investments in real estate initiatives and managed the procurement of multimillion-dollar properties to support clients’ business growth. These acquisitions, achieved with the firm’s assistance, have proved integral to the expansion of clients’ operations.
Delivered legal counsel to numerous real estate firms on complex property acquisitions and joint ventures with local property owners for both commercial and residential development projects.
Currently representing a grade 1 construction company in Federal and City Courts concerning a construction contract dispute with the Addis Ababa City Design and Construction Works Office, involving claims exceeding $10,000,000.