The ‘client-focused’ team at A.S & Associates excels in providing ‘innovative solutions’. Under the leadership of Sayeed Abdullah Al Mamun Khan, it is lauded for its ‘unwavering commitment to excellence’. Mohammad Hasan Habib is another key member of the team, which handles a range of commercial disputes across sectors as diverse as energy, the textile industry and financial services. It is a known name for its ability to represent local and foreign clients on a broad spread of complex disputes. Its clients stem from both the private and public sectors. In addition, the group is recommended for its experience in arbitration matters.
Dispute resolution in Bangladesh
A.S & Associates
Responsables de la pratique:
Sayeed Abdullah Al Mamun Khan
Autres avocats clés:
Mohammad Hasan Habib
Les références
‘The team has good commercial sense which helped us to rely on the firm for solving commercial disputes pending before the High Court. Potential clients should know about their innovative solutions and strong client relationships. Strengths include a diverse team with extensive experience.’
‘Mr. Sayeed Abdullah Al Mamun Khan is quite outstanding for his clear knowledge of resolving commercial disputes. Compared to others, he always focuses on expediating the matter so that pending cases can be resolved quickly.’
‘This practice led by Mr. Sayeed Khan provided very pro-active service to us. From filing a case in the High Court to conclusion, the whole team gave their best effort for a positive outcome. It has a dedicated team for both the High Court and the lower courts which is a rare combination compared to others.’
Principaux clients
Alltech Biotechnology Limited
Basher Spinning Mills Corporation
Nortex Textile Mills Ltd.
BSHRM
Christian Aid, Bangladesh
City Bank Limited
Danstar Ferment AG
Envoy Group
Equitable Group
Etasia Interlinings Limited
Garden Market Limited
Godrej Household Products (Bangladesh) Pvt. Limited
Leadswing Limited
M/S Rifat Shipping Lines
MBEL & KCC (JV)
MBM Group
Meghna Bank Limited
NCC Bank Limited
NRBC Bank Limited
Pran RFL Group
Premier Leasing & Finance Limited
Saif Powertec Limited
Sheba Platform Limited
Siba Textile Processing Limited
Soorty Enterprises (Pvt) Limited
Subra Fashion Limited
Valvoline Cummins Ltd
NRB Bank Limited
Agrani Bank Limited
APS Group
Principaux dossiers
- Advised and represented New Line Clothings Ltd., a public listed company specialising in apparel manufacturing, in an ICC arbitration involving a dispute valued at $10.5m.
- Advised and represented Infraco Bangladesh Solar Nano Grid Pte. Ltd, a Singaporean company specialising in project and infrastructure investment, in moving a petition before the High Court Division for the winding up of a JV company.
- Advised and represented Nortex Textile Mills Ltd., an entity in the garment industry, successfully recovering an LC payment of $8.9m from one of its customers.
Mahbub & Company
The ‘proactive’ and ‘tremendous’ team at Mahbub & Company receives praise for ‘providing practical solutions’. The firm has a strong litigation practice before the Supreme Court and the District Courts of Dhaka and Chittagong. Under the joint leadership of A. M. Mahbub Uddin and Saqeb Mahbub, the group of ‘ highly knowledgeable and dynamic lawyers‘ is well-known for its work on judicial reviews, and white-collar crime. Its arbitration practice is also active, seeing a variety of cross-border commercial, employment, construction and real estate disputes. Its debt recovery and insolvency practice receives a steady flow of work and regularly acts for banks and financially distressed companies in proceedings in the Money Loan Court.
Responsables de la pratique:
A. M. Mahbub Uddin; Saqeb Mahbub
Autres avocats clés:
Rifat Rahman; Tasmiah Zaman
Les références
‘They have an all-round approach to situations. It is greatly beneficial for companies as they have a general corporate practice and dispute resolution teams in the same firm. This ensures seamless advisory and post advisory process.’
‘The team at Mahbub and Company – Saqeb Mahbub, Tasmiah Zaman and Rifat Rahman – approaches every matter with utmost professionalism. Their availability to discuss dispute resolution strategy, their approach towards the issue at hand and practical ways of managing the issues are what sets them apart.’
‘Very well-versed with the regulatory framework.’
Principaux clients
Nexus Group
Identity Group
Topgrade
Metro Homes
Fresenius Medical Care Bangladesh
MFCL
DEPA
University of Oxford
Sinohydro
Singtel
TOA Corporation
Beale & Beale
Regent Airways
Madina Group
Nexus Group
Muslim Aid
JW Marriott
Jubilant Foodworks Bangladesh Ltd
Bongo Technologies
Argis Galac Sea
Double A
Cartonal Italia Spa
GoZayaan
DHL
Quintype
Mutual Trust Bank
Viterra BV
Decathlon
SCBUK
Terrapay
Jubilant Foodworks Ltd
Principaux dossiers
- Advised and represented Sinohydro LLC, a JV partner in the First Dhaka Elevated Expressway Project, on litigation against another JV partner.
- Advised and represented an international freight forwarding company before law enforcement and investigation agencies.
- Advised and represented TOA Corporation, a Japanese contractor, in a customs dispute relating to the import of equipment for Dhaka’s Metro Rail project.
The Law Counsel
The ‘professional, dedicated, experienced, and brilliant’ team at The Law Counsel has a proven track record of acting in major constitutional and administrative law cases. The strong group has considerable experience across a number of sectors, such as insurance law, labour law, and public law. In addition, the practice is sought after for its arbitration and mediation expertise. Founder and senior partner Abdur Razzaq continues to represent foreign and local clients in a variety of commercial disputes in the civil courts. In addition, he is recognised for his work in arbitration matters. Ehsan Siddiq has a substantial employment practice. Imran Siddiq plays a pivotal role in the department too, and is particularly well known for his public and administrative law expertise.
Responsables de la pratique:
Abdur Razzaq; Ehsan Siddiq; Imran Siddiq
Les références
‘The team consists of lawyers with advanced degrees and certifications from top institutions. Many have substantial experience in their respective fields, having worked on complex cases and transactions.’
‘Each team member demonstrates an unwavering commitment to their clients’ success. They go above and beyond to understand clients’ needs, develop tailored strategies, and ensure the best possible outcomes. Their dedication and personalised attention make clients feel valued and supported.’
‘Imran Siddiq is great with client communications.’
Principaux clients
Islami Bank Bangladesh Ltd.
Reliance Insurance Ltd.
Manarat International School and College (MISC)
Saudi Arabian Airlines Ltd.
CNN NoRELX India (Pvt.) Ltd.
Dabur India (Pvt.) Ltd.
Reel Tuz Kimya
Hellenic Garments Pvt. Ltd.
STX Heavy Industries Company Ltd.
BIGO Technology Pte Ltd.
Cathay Pacific Airways
Summit Alliance Port Ltd.
Titas Gas Transmission and Distribution Company Ltd.
Smith Cogeneration Pvt. Ltd.
South Breeze Housing Ltd.
University of Asia Pacific
POSCO Engineering and Construction Co. Ltd.
Quick Chicks Ltd.
Bangladesh National Society for the Blind
University Press Limited
Madina Dyeing and Printing
Ashuganj Fertilizer Factory Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Represented CNN (USA) in an intellectual property dispute against a local TV news channel.
- Represented STX Hi-Tech Industries Ltd., a Korean based manufacturer of engines, in the enforcement of a foreign arbitral award in Bangladesh.
- Represented RELX, India, a branch of the London-based multinational information and analytics company (RELX group), in a commercial dispute with one of its local distributors.
Bangladesh Law Partners | BDLP
The ‘very responsive, balanced and capable’ team at Bangladesh Law Partners | BDLP is ‘very knowledgeable’ and well-equipped to advise on white-collar crime where there has been misappropriation or fraud. Under the collective leadership of Shajib Mahmood Alam, Md Rafinur Rahman and Sarmin Akther, it predominantly concentrates on corporate and civil disputes. Areas of focus include advising on banking cases, contentious company shareholder matters, as well as IP and trade mark actions. In addition, the practice covers family and divorce matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Shajib Mahmood Alam; Md. Rafinur Rahman; Sarmin Akther
Les références
‘Mr Shajib Mahmood Alam is the key contact at the firm. He is well versed with local laws and customs to always keep up one step ahead. We are very satisfied with him and his firm.’
‘Barrister Alam is an excellent problem solver with the right amount of aggression to tip the scales in our favour more often than not.’
‘An outstanding team headed by Barrister Shajib Mahmood Alam. The team is diverse and handles both civil & criminal disputes for us. They have assisted us exceptionally well in arbitrations & litigations.’
Principaux clients
Malaysia Airlines Berhad
Envelope Group LLC
SPAN BD Ltd.
Philips Electronics
Oboyob Diversity Circles Ltd.
Borak Real Estate Limited
Engineer Development Consultant Ltd.
Stamford University Bangladesh
Yangming Hanhai Bangladesh Ltd. (Vivo Mobile)
G-Love (Jiaxing) Trading Co. Ltd.
The Westin Dhaka
2Lians Recycling Pte Ltd.
Kepco Plant Service And Engineering Co. Ltd.
China Railway Group Limited
The Daily Amader Shomoy
Crown Cement Plc.
Principaux dossiers
- Represented a client in multiple lawsuits to recover dues and compensation.
- Represented a client in the recovery of money against cheques which were dishonoured amounting to a gross value of $15m.
Doulah & Doulah
A.B.M. Shamsud Doulah heads the experienced team at Doulah & Doulah, which has considerable expertise in advising on the enforcement of foreign judgements and awards in Bangladesh. The group is also skilled at advising on intellectual property litigation. It frequently works with its strong transactional practice to advise on an array of investment, banking and construction matters. Amina Khatoon is another key member of the department. Senior counsel Mucktadir Rahman specialises in administrative and judicial reviews, as well as in public interest cases.
Responsables de la pratique:
A.B.M. Shamsud Doulah
Autres avocats clés:
Amina Khatoon; Mucktadir Rahman
Principaux clients
China Harbour Engineering Company
Edinburgh Woollen Mills
UM International
IDP Education
Walt Disney
Industrial & Commercial Bank of China
Bank of Nova Scotia
Avia Solutions
Aercap
Oberthur
Air Charter Service
Aleco Chemicals
Maxim Garment Accessories
Kansai Neolack
Principaux dossiers
- Successfully defended Sinohydro in the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh against an application for an ad interim injunction, which was sought while a foreign arbitration was pending in the Singapore Arbitration Centre.
- Successfully assisted APT Satellite Company Limited in securing a creditors’ winding up order against a broadcasting company from the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh and facilitated a successful mediation between the parties.
- Successfully obtained a creditors’ action judgment in favour of Wilmington Trust Company. This was against an air operator and eleven of its affiliates.
Sattar&Co.
The talented team at Sattar&Co. has an excellent reputation for its work on a range of commercial and corporate litigation. It is frequently engaged to advise on some significant banking litigation. Practice head Sameer Sattar has a particular focus on international arbitration and has a wealth of experience in commercial and investment treaty arbitrations. In addition, he is sought after for his expertise in public international law. Mahbub Hassan often works on complex corporate cases, as well as banking disputes and admiralty matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Sameer Sattar
Autres avocats clés:
Mahbub Hasan
Principaux clients
British High Commission Dhaka
Dipon Infrastructure Services Limited
Sirajganj Economic Zone Limited
RN Enterprise
Kalyar Packaging Limited
CHB Building Technology Limited
Hamid Fabrics Limited
Sheltech Technology Ltd.
Principaux dossiers
- Representing the majority shareholders of Kalyar Packaging Limited (Kalyar) in a complex company law matter before the Companies Bench of the High Court Division.
- Successfully represented Dipon Infrastructure Services Limited in a contractual dispute.
- Succesfully represented Sheltech Technology Ltd. in a local arbitration and is also representing it in the enforcement proceedings.
Akhund Forbes
The ‘impressive team’ at Akhund Forbes is praised for its ‘commitment to achieving the best possible outcome’ for its clients. The firm is well established in Pakistan and opened an office in Dhaka in 2023. The ‘intelligent and honest’ H M Shanjid Siddique is the practice head. He is an advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh and provides both litigation and corporate transactional services to national and international clients. In addition, he is recommended for his work on white-collar criminal investigations.
Responsables de la pratique:
H M Shanjid Siddique
Autres avocats clés:
Biplob Kumar Majumder; Sharif Sarker
Les références
‘Akhund Forbes has been exceptional as their team comprises of individuals who already have significant experience in litigation and corporate practice. The good repute of Akhund Forbes in Pakistan is blended with the vast experience and skill of Mr Siddique which makes it an attractive law firm.’
‘Mr Shanjid Siddique is an excellent litigation practitioner. Moreover, he has experience in arbitration and mediation. His outstanding advocacy and communication skills are his strengths in the courtroom.’
‘Mr Shanjid Siddique is renowned for his litigation practice in the Appellate Division and High Court Division. His passion for law and dedication towards clients are commendable.’
Principaux clients
Padma Oil Company Limited
Dhaka Bank Limited
Talukder Plastic Company Limited
Bangladesh Steel Re-Rolling Mills Limited
BSRM Steels Limited
Hanif Enterprise
Nizam Group
Kishan Group of Companies
Bangladesh Electrical Cables Manufacturers Association
M. M. Vegetable Oil Products Limited
Bangladesh Meat Importers Association
Medlife Packaging Industries Limited
UDP Education
Directorate General of Drug Administration
Padma Associates
Vision Living Ltd
Junior Laboratory High School
Goldenhill Asia Trading Co. Limited
Gabtoli Municipality
Sheba XYZ Limited
Advanced Poultry and Fish Feeds Limited
Niamot Jutex Manufacturing Co. Ltd
Principaux dossiers
- Advised Padma Oil Company Limited on the execution of a technical services agreement with Shell UK Oil Products Limited for the supply of jet fuel at the Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport.
- Represented Bangladesh Steel Re-Rolling Mills Limited at the Customs, Excise and VAT Appellate Tribunal in a customs appeal.
- Advised and represented Dhaka Bank Limited on the recovery of a term loan of BDT320m from its defaulting client.
Credence LP
Collectively led by Mohammad Samiul Huq, Sovan Mahmud, and Md. Omer Shorif, the able team at Credence LP works on a variety of commercial disputes and arbitrations. The group is experienced in handling admiralty disputes and charter party issues. In addition, it is skilled at advising on other matters, such as customs and VAT disputes, government tender cases, and banking matters.
Responsables de la pratique:
Mohammad Samiul Huq; Sovan Mahmud; Md. Omer Shorif
Les références
‘In my eyes, Credence LP is such a law firm that makes its clients confident to be protected from all sorts of legal issues and also keep its clients very comfortable by providing efficient service.’
‘They are very customer friendly. The firm has various lawyers in different legal fields, who serve with experience and efficiency.’
‘They handle and follow up on our issues in a timely manner.’
Principaux clients
Grasim Industries
Astech Limited
Padma Group of Industries
Superior Ready Mix and Concrete Ltd
RJ Shipping Lines
Baraka Engineers Limited
Ultra-Pack Limited
Reliance Can Industries Limited
Silk Container Lines Limited
TML (Pvt) Ltd.
Sunshine Logistics Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Filed a writ for Grasim Industries Limited to secure payment under the letter of credit.
- Facilitated the settlement of commercial disputes between its client and other parties relating to the supply of electric cables.
- Filed a judicial review to challenge the restrictions which had been imposed by the shipping authority against RJ Shipping Lines.
Dr. Kamal Hossain & Associates
The agile group at Dr. Kamal Hossain & Associates has considerable experience in civil and commercial litigation. Spearheaded by Kamal Hossain, Sara Hossain, Ramzan Ali Sikder and Sharif Bhuiyan, it enjoys a steady flow of work on domestic and international arbitrations. The group is well-placed to advise on international commercial arbitrations too. It frequently advises on various disputes spanning company law, employment, judicial reviews and insurance claims.
Responsables de la pratique:
Kamal Hossain; Sara Hossain; Ramzan Ali Sikder; Sharif Bhuiyan
Principaux clients
Lafarge Holcim Bangladesh Limited
Grameenphone Limited
DrillTec GUT GMBH
Cobra Instalaciones y Servicios, S.A.
Kamal Trading Company Limited
Trade Link Enterprise (TLE)
Airtel Bangladesh Ltd.
OSJI
Axiata Bangladesh Ltd.
DTML and CKL
HSBC
Unilever Bangladesh Ltd
City of London Investment Management Company Limited (CLIM)
Principaux dossiers
- Represented Lafarge Holcim Bangladesh Limited in an international commercial arbitration under UNCITRAL rules in relation to a gas price dispute. The hearing took place in Portugal and Singapore.
- Advising Grameenphone Limited, a subsidiary of Telenor ASA, on regulatory and compliance issues arising from an information system audit conducted by the regulator.
- Represented Drill Tec GUT GMBH Germany in an international commercial arbitration under UNCITRAL rules with a state-owned company in Bangladesh regarding a dispute arising from sub-surface drilling attempts.
Rahman & Rabbi Legal
Spearheaded by Md. Monzur Rabbi, the versatile team at Rahman & Rabbi Legal represents clients on a wide variety of cases from business law and telecommunications, to banking and finance. It acts for a host of national and international businesses in arbitrations and in other areas such as property and trust litigation. It is also recommended for its work with private clients. Md. Mahbubor Rahman is another key figure who is a retired District Judge. Atikul Haque plays a pivotal role in the department too, and is an advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh.
Responsables de la pratique:
Md. Monzur Rabbi
Autres avocats clés:
Md. Mahbubor Rahman; Atikul Haque
Les références
‘I found this team very responsive and straightforward in their dealings. They were focused on the requested task and didn’t overcomplicate matters, would happily recommend them. ’
‘I worked with Monzur Rabbi and found him very pleasant, efficient and attentive. He executed instructions perfectly and I would have no hesitation in recommending.’
‘A very strong team of competent lawyers at the disposal of the Chambers.’
Principaux clients
British American Tobacco Bangladesh Company Limited
World Bank Group
Unilever Bangladesh Limited
Unilever Consumer Care Limited
CAE Parc Aviation
BAT Mark Limited
Cybergen Inc.
Vannucci Oliveira, P.A. (USA)
Carlton Fields, P.A. (USA)
Bangladesh Telecommunications Company Limited (BTCL)
Bangladesh International Arbitration Centre (BIAC)
NRB Bank Limited
Watson, Farley & Williams, Thailand
Power Grid Company of Bangladesh Limited (PGCB)
GE Healthcare Bangladesh Company Limited
Carhartt WIP
Kuwait Airways
Lawback Network Technology Company Limited, China
Union Wealth Trading Limited
Bangladesh Development Bank Limited (BDBL)
FLORTECH SDN BHD, Malaysia
Tokio Marine Houston Casualty Company, USA
Germania Holdings Limited
Fiber@Home Limited
Worthington Enterprises Limited
Synergy Solutions & Advisory Limited
Germania Corporation Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advised and represented British American Tobacco Bangladesh Company Limited in a number of trademark infringement cases.
- Provided an expert opinion to the World Bank Group on dispute resolution as part of the client’s B-Ready Project for the assessment of business and investment climates across the globe.
- Advised and represented Studio Metrodesk in a case relating to compensation amounting to $1.4m.
Sadat Sarwat & Associates
Sadat Sarwat & Associates covers a large volume of high-value and complex disputes for a broad range of domestic and international clients. The group has a strong track record in sectors such as energy, banking and finance, aviation, maritime and manufacturing. Other core strengths lie in advising on director and shareholder disputes and on issues in the telecoms sector. The team is skilled at handling all forms of dispute resolution, such as arbitration and mediation. Omar Sadat, Sarwat Siraj, Md. Aminul Islam and Sabel Nawaz are the heads of the department.
Responsables de la pratique:
Omar Sadat; Sarwat Siraj; Md. Aminul Islam; Sabel Nawaz
Les références
‘Logical and analytical skills with attention to detail. Communication skills, research skills for understanding and quick case settlement process, technologically sound, effective team.’
‘Barrister Omar Sadat & Barrister Sabel Nawaz both are highly skilled in legal research regarding fact analysis and creative problem-solving capacity.’
‘Perseverance, strong knowledge of the law. Powers of persuasion, confidence, assertiveness and decision-making skills make them different from the competitor.’
Principaux clients
Siemens Energy Bangladesh Limited
H. Stoll GmbH & Co. KG (part of Karl Mayer Group)
Young Optics Bangladesh Limited
Bank Alfalah Limited
Commercial Bank of Ceylon PLC
ASL Systems Limited
PHP Integrated Steel Mills Ltd. and PHP NOF Continuous Galvanizing Mills Ltd.
Nazara Pte Ltd.
BSRM Iron and Steel Company Limited.
Augmedix Bangladesh Limited
Principaux dossiers
- Advising Siemens Energy Bangladesh Limited in its challenge to the amount of income tax which was imposed by the National Board of Revenue.
- Advising ASL Systems Ltd on the termination of a $5m contract with the Civil Aviation Authority of Bangladesh.
- Advising on an admiralty suit to recover loss and compensation valued at $3m in a cross-border matter.