Real Estate Law
Dawit Mengiste Legal Service Office provides comprehensive and highly diverse advice on all aspects of real estate law and construction law, including, but not limited to, acquisition, development, leasing, financing, compliance, entitlements, and disposition. We have a depth of experience in representing private entities, developers, lenders, borrowers, and investors, both domestic and foreign. The Real Estate we are well versed in transactions involving land leases, including drafting, reviewing, and negotiating terms. We regularly assist clients in matters involving the incorporation of real estate companies, acquisition of property, due diligence on the immovable property to be acquired as part of real estate investment, negotiation of terms of transfer of land lease rights for real estate development, and, drafting and reviewing contracts of sale, servitude, and mortgages. We have been involved in the transaction of hotel projects, luxury apartments, mega real estate projects, and other sectors and industries.
Navigating Ethiopia’s real estate market requires more than just capital; it demands a precise understanding of land law and a proactive approach to due diligence. We provide comprehensive and risk-sensitive legal counsel for both domestic and foreign clients, ensuring every transaction is secure and every investment is legally sound. Our expertise ensures you acquire, develop, and manage your property with full confidence and clarity.
Beyond transactions, we add value by conducting thorough title verification, resolving ownership and boundary disputes, and advising on zoning, environmental, and tax compliance. We assist developers with permits, financing structures, and joint ventures, while also supporting individuals and businesses in lease negotiations and estate planning. By combining legal precision with strategic insight, we help clients maximize the value of their real estate assets while minimizing risk.
Associations & Memberships
Dawit Mengiste Legal Service Office has sector-specific skills that ensure our clients benefit from the synergies of the firm. We provide excellent legal services, delivered by a team of experienced and dedicated lawyers in agriculture, finance, construction, crime, real estate, employer, investment, intellectual property, etc.




