International Recognition

The Law Counsel has consistently been featured on international legal directories including The Legal 500 and the Chambers and Partners.

The Law Counsel has a highly reputable

The Legal 500, 2022

The Law Counsel has a highly reputable banking practice headed by senior partner Abdur Razzaq. It remains one of the premier firms in Bangladesh for Islamic banking and shari’ah-compliant financing work. It is the firm of choice for Islamic Bank Bangladesh, notably for commercial, corporate finance and project financing work; Ehsan Abdullah Siddiq is the contact here. Associate, Syed Mohammad Raihan Uddin is experienced in drafting complex financial contracts for local and foreign banks.

The Law Counsel’s well-regarded practice stands out for its strong capabilities in complex commercial litigation, as well as matters involving labour law, industrial disputes and insurance claims. Abdur Razzaq Siddiq is a particularly well-known name among foreign clients operating in the TMT sector. He co-heads the department with Ehsan Abdullah Siddiq and Imran Siddiq, who assist blue-chip companies operating in Bangladesh with compliance and corporate governance issues.

The Law Counsel, which is highlighted for its strengths in tax litigation, is prominent in tax proceedings before the High Court Division. The team has expertise in customs, VAT and income tax issues. It attracts a steady stream of referral work from international law firms. Abdur Razzaq, Ehsan Abdullah Siddiq and Imran Siddiq are the main contacts.

The Law Counsel has a proven track record acting for local and foreign companies on a wide variety of corporate mandates, such as market entry, compliance and commercial contracts. Ehsan Abdullah Siddiq has expertise in corporate governance and compliance. The team also includes Imran Siddiq, who has a well-established reputation advising clients in the telecoms industry. The team receives a stream of instructions from international law firms in the TMT and IP sector and also has large employment offering. Senior partner Abdur Razzaq splits his time between London and Dhaka.


Chambers and Partners, 2022

The Law Counsel advises on a broad variety of disputes in Bangladesh, including shareholder cases, IP litigation, medical negligence, and insurance claims. Also proficient in employment and tax disputes, as well as public interest cases. Often acts on constitutional and administrative cases. Maintains an impressive roster of clients in a range of sectors, including technology, insurance, and finance.