Rahman's Chambers
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Rahman’s Chambers is a premier international practice in Bangladesh, acting as the primary jurisdictional bridge for multinational corporations. Operating from Dhaka, Chattogram and Dinajpur, the firm holds a formidable track record in international arbitration, cross-border litigation, and multi-jurisdictional corporate structuring. Since the 1920s, the practice has leveraged deep regulatory insight to deliver tech-integrated legal solutions for high-stakes, global cross-border mandates.
Work & experience
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Highly sought after by foreign investors, the firm's core global practice centres on International Arbitration (particularly in Shipping, Projects, and Energy) and the execution of foreign arbitral awards in Bangladesh. Its cross-border capabilities extend across departments, encompassing complex multi-jurisdictional M&A, corporate liquidation and exit strategies, double taxation advisory, international trade disputes, and global IP/IT compliance.
Notable work
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Charter Party Arbitration for M/S Saba Feeder Shipping
As lead counsel initiated international arbitration over wrongful termination, navigating jurisdictional challenges.
Dispute Board Referral for International Airport Expansion
Defended client against USD 100M FIDIC claims using a novel statutory shield against ultra vires variation orders.
Voluntary Liquidation of SAPL Industries (BD)
Executed voluntary liquidation and regulatory closure for a foreign subsidiary, navigating complex statutory compliance.
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Bangladesh - Head office
Dhaka District
Suite 5B (4th Floor), Ataturk Tower 22, Kemal Ataturk Avenue Banani Commercial Area , Dhaka, Dhaka District, Bangladesh, 1213, Dhaka
Bangladesh
Dhaka District
Eastern Commercial, Complex Suit # 1/11, 1st Floor 73, Kakrail, 1000, Dhaka, Dhaka District, Bangladesh, Dhaka
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Laws relating to Maritime Lien and Maritime Claims in Bangladesh
A traditional maritime lien is a secured right in the "res", i.e., in the property of another (ordinarily the ship), which arises with the claim, without registration or other formalities; it travels with the vessel even if it is sold to third party; which remains with the vessel until it is
PROTECTION OF MINORITY SHAREHOLDER’S INTEREST
The private companies which are incorporated in Bangladesh under the Company Act, 1994 are mostly have the following structure: a) the shareholders are members of the same family; b) joint venture between local partners; c) joint venture between local and foreign partner; d) 100% foreign owned.<br>
Common International Trade Disputes in Bangladesh
Loss of Cargo, loss of Export earning, receiving defective goods, rejection by buyer, documentary Fraud etc. are increasingly becoming common in international trade practice in Bangladesh.<br><br>The problems are arising due to lack of understanding, use of wrong Incoterms, lack of understanding of
Preventing money laundering, What should be the mechanism?
Money laundering means Illegal transactions made in order to project the proceeds of crime as legally obtained. Persons, who earn illegal money, try to hide their source of earning by conducting a number of transactions. Such transactions separate the source of earning from its proceeds. It becomes
Ship Finance and Jurisdiction of Admiralty court of Bangladesh
First Security Islami Bank Ltd vs MV Javed and others reported in 69 DLR (2017) 408 – a Landmark decision confirming jurisdiction of Admiralty court as opposed to Artha Rin Adalat.
CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING RELATED DISPUTES IN BANGLADESH
Owner, contractor, sub-contractor, EPC and O&M companies, architects, engineers etc. for their own interest may allocate time and resources for Legal Due Diligence to avoid disputes which may lead to complex lengthy litigation etc.
IMPOSITION OF VAT BASED ON ASSUMPTION
The VAT regulation is complex hence companies often fail to carry out its statutory obligation on due time. Besides, filling VAT return and complying with all obligations is so tedious and time consuming that often small business and new companies simply do not have enough resources to do so.
POWER & ENERGY SECTORS RELATED ARBITRATION IN BANGLADESH
Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) framed a regulation, BERC Regulation No. 1/2015, where, as per regulation 12 “An Arbitral Tribunal shall consist of such odd number of arbitrators as may be determined by the Commission from time to time.
LAWS & REGULATIONS APPLICABLE FOR SPONSOR/DIRECTOR/PROMOTER OF LISTED COMPANIES OF BANGLADESH
This article is mainly aimed to cover the issues involving regulation applicable for sponsor/promoters/directors etc.As per Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (public issues) Rules, 2015, rule 2(s) “Sponsors” means any person whose name appear as subscriber to the Memorandum and Articles.
Laws relating to Maritime Lien and Maritime Claims in Bangladesh
A traditional maritime lien is a secured right in the "res", i.e., in the property of another (ordinarily the ship), which arises with the claim, without registration or other formalities; it travels with the vessel even if it is sold to third party; which remains with the vessel until it is
PROTECTION OF MINORITY SHAREHOLDER’S INTEREST
The private companies which are incorporated in Bangladesh under the Company Act, 1994 are mostly have the following structure: a) the shareholders are members of the same family; b) joint venture between local partners; c) joint venture between local and foreign partner; d) 100% foreign owned.<br>
Common International Trade Disputes in Bangladesh
Loss of Cargo, loss of Export earning, receiving defective goods, rejection by buyer, documentary Fraud etc. are increasingly becoming common in international trade practice in Bangladesh.<br><br>The problems are arising due to lack of understanding, use of wrong Incoterms, lack of understanding of
Preventing money laundering, What should be the mechanism?
Money laundering means Illegal transactions made in order to project the proceeds of crime as legally obtained. Persons, who earn illegal money, try to hide their source of earning by conducting a number of transactions. Such transactions separate the source of earning from its proceeds. It becomes
Ship Finance and Jurisdiction of Admiralty court of Bangladesh
First Security Islami Bank Ltd vs MV Javed and others reported in 69 DLR (2017) 408 – a Landmark decision confirming jurisdiction of Admiralty court as opposed to Artha Rin Adalat.
CONSTRUCTION AND ENGINEERING RELATED DISPUTES IN BANGLADESH
Owner, contractor, sub-contractor, EPC and O&M companies, architects, engineers etc. for their own interest may allocate time and resources for Legal Due Diligence to avoid disputes which may lead to complex lengthy litigation etc.
IMPOSITION OF VAT BASED ON ASSUMPTION
The VAT regulation is complex hence companies often fail to carry out its statutory obligation on due time. Besides, filling VAT return and complying with all obligations is so tedious and time consuming that often small business and new companies simply do not have enough resources to do so.
POWER & ENERGY SECTORS RELATED ARBITRATION IN BANGLADESH
Bangladesh Energy Regulatory Commission (BERC) framed a regulation, BERC Regulation No. 1/2015, where, as per regulation 12 “An Arbitral Tribunal shall consist of such odd number of arbitrators as may be determined by the Commission from time to time.
LAWS & REGULATIONS APPLICABLE FOR SPONSOR/DIRECTOR/PROMOTER OF LISTED COMPANIES OF BANGLADESH
This article is mainly aimed to cover the issues involving regulation applicable for sponsor/promoters/directors etc.As per Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission (public issues) Rules, 2015, rule 2(s) “Sponsors” means any person whose name appear as subscriber to the Memorandum and Articles.
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