Gemechis Mekonnen, a recognized lawyer for his innovative approach and track record in providing quality legal service within the financial and regulatory sectors, is the Managing Partner at Gemechis Mekonnen & Associates Law Office. With depth of experience in trade administration, the banking industry, and corporate private practice, Gemechis’s expertise includes banking and finance, fintech and capital markets regulation, corporate governance, and commercial litigation. Gemechis has a Master of Laws (LLM) in Public International Law and Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from Addis Ababa University, Faculty of Law, as well as a degree in Banking and Finance.
Aschalew Aweke, a legal practitioner with a consistent track record of providing quality legal service across Ethiopia’s judicial and administrative sectors, is a Principal Associate at Gemechis Mekonnen & Associates Law Office. With a depth of experience in the Federal Supreme Court as assistant judge, correctional administration, and corporate operations, Aschalew’s wealth of expertise includes judicial administration, legal drafting and research, criminal justice, and commercial pleading. Aschalew holds a Bachelor of Laws (LL.B) from Addis Ababa University, Faculty of Law.
Ermias Tesfaye is an Associate Attorney at Gemechis Mekonnen and Associates Law Office, bringing a wealth of experience in corporate law, litigation, and legal advisory services. With a strong academic background, including a Bachelor’s Degree in Law (LL.B) from Addis Ababa University with Great Distinction and a Master’s Degree in Business Law (LL.M), Ermias is committed to delivering tailored legal solutions to clients. Ermias has diverse professional experience spanning legal practice, corporate management, and academia, having served as a General Manager, Attorney, and Teaching Assistant. His expertise includes contract drafting, regulatory compliance, dispute resolution, immigration matters, and corporate structuring