Who We Are
Built on Integrity. Trusted for Results.
BEKA Law Firm LLP is a leading Ethiopian law practice built on integrity, excellence, and trusted client partnership.
Our Foundation
Our Legacy and Mission
Belay Ketema and Partners Limited Liability Partnership (BEKA Law Firm LLP) is a leading Ethiopian law firm comprised of lawyers with expertise across multiple areas of law and practice, and proficiency in Amharic, English, and Oromiffa. The firm has a proven track record of delivering comprehensive legal and advisory services to multinational corporations, public enterprises, private companies, and non-profit organizations. With deep local insight and strategic counsel, BEKA Law Firm helps foreign investors, particularly in construction and infrastructure, establish and operate effectively in Ethiopia. Founded on principles of integrity and excellence, the firm has grown into a trusted name in Ethiopian legal practice. Over the years, it has represented clients across diverse sectors, handling high-value transactions, complex litigation, and sensitive arbitration proceedings. The team combines courtroom experience with strategic advisory support, helping clients enter markets, restructure operations, and resolve disputes. By bridging international standards with local requirements and staying current with legal developments, the firm continues to provide timely, forward-looking counsel.
Mission
To provide comprehensive, high-quality legal services to individuals, corporations, and non-profit organizations through experienced advocacy, strategic advice, and a deep understanding of the local legal landscape. We are dedicated to protecting our clients' interests, resolving disputes effectively, and contributing to the advancement of the legal profession in Ethiopia.
Principles
Our Core Values
Integrity
Upholding the highest ethical standards in every matter.
Excellence
Delivering quality legal work with care, precision, and consistency.
Client Focus
Placing our clients' interests at the center of our practice.
Collaboration
Working as one team to deliver the best outcomes.
Track Record
Recognitions and Milestones
2017-2018
World Justice Project
Featured in the Rule of Law Index report.
2020
World Justice Project
Featured in the Rule of Law Index report.
2016
World Bank Group
Recognized in Doing Business 2016: Measuring Regulatory Quality and Efficiency.
2019
World Bank Group
Participated in Doing Business 2019: Training for Reform.
2005
Ethiopian Arbitration and Conciliation Center
Completed training in Commercial Mediation.
2003
Law Society of Uganda
Participated in the Legal Aid Project.
Workshop
World Intellectual Property Organization (WIPO)
Participated in a national workshop for Patent Lawyers.
Why Clients Choose Us
What Sets Us Apart
Multilingual Team
Fluent legal support in Amharic, English, and Oromiffa.
Full-Spectrum Advocacy
Court representation, arbitration, and strategic advisory in one practice.
Trusted Across Sectors
Serving multinationals, public enterprises, private companies, and non-profits.
Over 35 Years of Experience
Decades of practical legal counsel with disciplined execution and consistent client results.
35+
Years of Experience
2000+
Cases Solved
5
Partners
3
Working Languages
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