Partner

Biography

Yideg Sale is a Partner at Million Alemu and Partners Legal Services LLP and a graduate of Addis Ababa University School of Law, where he earned his degree with Great Distinction. He specializes in legal research, analysis, and advisory services across a broad spectrum of areas, including employment law, contract law, capital markets, dissolution, mergers and acquisitions, tax law, corporate governance, and partnership and shareholder disputes. Yideg’s expertise also encompasses legal compliance, foreign currency regulations, and the regulatory framework governing both local and international NGOs in Ethiopia. His sharp analytical skills, combined with practical experience, make him an invaluable asset to the firm, ensuring that clients receive thorough and insightful legal counsel tailored to their unique needs.

He is fully licensed and authorized to practice before all levels of Ethiopia’s federal judiciary, including the Federal First Instance Court, the Federal High Court, and the Federal Supreme Court. His admission to these courts demonstrates a high level of legal competence and allows him to advocate on behalf of clients in complex legal issue

Education

  • LLB in Law, Addis Ababa University, Great Distinction

Selected Experience

  • Contract Drafting: Skilled in drafting contracts on a multitude of subject matters, including partnership agreements, lease agreements, and tripartite agreements.
  • Legal Opinions: Provided memoranda of legal opinions on employment and contractual matters, ensuring clients are well-informed.
  • High-Profile Litigation: Prepared statements of claims and memoranda of appeals for significant cases involving large corporations.
  • Human Resources: Drafted and reviewed human resource manuals, enhancing compliance with employment laws.
  • Corporate Advisory: Extensive experience in corporate law, offering legal advisory and consultancy services.
  • Judicial Background: Former Civil Bench Judge, enhancing skills in legal writing, analysis, and interpretation of law.
  • Training and Support: Provided legal training for startups and contributed to the dissolution of companies and formation of charitable organizations.
  • Multinational Advisory: Advised multinational companies on PPP models and joint venture investments.

Our Team

Million Alemu

Principal Lawyer & Founding Partner

Million Alemu is a highly respected legal expert with over 25 years of exemplary experience, Million has made substantial contributions to Ethiopia’s legal landscape.

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Melkamu Destaw

Associate

Melkamu Destaw is a Junior Legal Associate with Eager to leverage academic rigor and practical experience to deliver innovative legal solutions.

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Hanamariam Fantu

Associate

Hanamariam Fantu is a Junior Legal Associate with an Eager to leverage academic rigor and practical experience to deliver innovative legal solutions

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Mahlet Dejene

Associate Lawyer

Mahlet Dejene is a dynamic Legal Associate. She is known for her client-focused approach, quick learning, and consulting abilities. She has the agility and commitment to provide tailored legal services to clients.

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