Dispute Resolution
Asia-Pacific Guide 2024 : Bangladesh
Band 4
About
Provided by Rahman's Chambers
Our Dispute Resolution practice includes the following:
Real Estate and Property Disputes
- Successfully handled complex disputes involving rights to receive rent by landowner, developer and lending bank of a commercial lease from the tenant.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
- Assisted our client, Maruhisa Pacific Co. Ltd., in initiating enforcement proceedings based on the arbitral award.
Capital Market Transactions & Disputes
- Conducted several due diligence for LDA Capital, involving security laws of Bangladesh, and assisted a US-based client in structuring a complex transaction involving Backstop Liquidity Facility (“BLF”).
Commercial Dispute Resolution
- We were involved in a dispute resolution for Lantabur Group, involving the supply of dysfunctional and defective fire detection and protection system (Hydrant & Sprinkler) involving non-compliance report of ACCORD.
Environmental law
- Advised and assisted in resolving disputes for an MNC against the Department of Environment involving environment clearance, sound pollution, dust production, and Building plan approval.
Fundamental rights, judicial review and writs
- Successfully acted for the owners of a multistoried commercial building located in a prime location involving challenging a notice issued by RAJUK.
International Arbitration
- Advised on execution of international arbitration award within Bangladesh jurisdiction involving LMAA.
Chambers Review
Rahman's Chambers houses a well-regarded litigation practice in Bangladesh with significant experience in real estate and construction disputes. Other areas of experience include customs and white-collar crime matters. The team also assists clients with arbitration proceedings. Delta Dahlia, Knight Frank Development and Itochu Chemical Frontier are among the key clients advised by the team.
Work Highlights
- Rahman's Chambers represented GIII Apparel in a dispute before the Labour Court relating to the termination of an employee during their probation period.
Strengths
Provided by Chambers
"Rahman's Chambers' team seems experienced and is able to smoothly deal with issues on time."
"They are excellent - always on time and very responsive and precise."
"Rahman's Chambers' team seems experienced and is able to smoothly deal with issues on time."
"They are excellent - always on time and very responsive and precise."
Notable Practitioners
Mohammed Forrukh Rahman is a well-established dispute resolution lawyer in Bangladesh. He is particularly praised for his knowledge and experience in arbitration, and he has expertise in construction, energy and shipping cases.
"Mohammed Forrukh Rahman has great knowledge and experience in dispute resolution in Bangladesh."
"His performance in court is very good and he is available any time."
Ranked Lawyers at
Rahman's Chambers
Bangladesh
Members
Provided by Rahman's Chambers
Kamrunnaher Shimu
Md. Moazzem Hossain
Head of Department
Shahinoor Alam
Tangina Akter
Tanzina Sharmee