— Practice Areas

Four areas, one unified standard of care.

Every matter is handled personally by Wendwosen, from intake through resolution.

01

Intellectual Property

The foundation of the practice. Protecting brands, inventions and creative work in Ethiopia, informed by years inside the Ethiopian Intellectual Property Office.

  • —Trademark search, registration & renewal
  • —Patent and industrial design applications
  • —Oppositions and infringement matters
  • —Licensing and assignment agreements
02

Contracts & Commercial Law

Drafting and reviewing the agreements businesses rely on, under the Ethiopian Civil and Commercial Codes.

  • —Supply, distribution & service agreements
  • —Leases and employment contracts
  • —Contract review before signing
03

Business Formation & Licensing

Helping local and foreign clients set up and keep their businesses in good standing in Ethiopia.

  • —Company and branch registration
  • —Trade licences and renewals
  • —Memoranda and articles of association
04

Litigation

Representation before the Federal courts of Ethiopia when a matter cannot be settled.

  • —Commercial and contract disputes
  • —Intellectual property disputes
  • —Pre-litigation demands and negotiation

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