Dispute resolution in Bangladesh

A.S & Associates

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.

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 honestH 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.