Chambers and Partners, Global & Asia Pacific, 2023 Rankings of Rahman’s Chambers (a) Shipping Department (covering commercial works) again ranked under the Spotlight table for seven consecutive years; (b) Corporate and Finance Department (covering investment works) ranked for five consecutive years (c) Dispute Resolution department ranked under band three for the second time. (d) Construction ( Projects & Energy) Department ranked under band three for the first time.
Chambers and Partners, Asia Pacific 2023 Rankings: Rahman’s Chambers
(a) Shipping Department (covering commercial works) again ranked under the Spotlight table for seven consecutive years;
The editorial states as follows:
For Shipping (Under Spotlight Table)
“Rahman’s Chambers has a specialist shipping law practice in Bangladesh, covering the full scope of maritime issues including ship arrests, marine insurance, bills of lading and admiralty. The team is also active on collision cases, often representing international P&I clubs and shipping companies.”
(b) Corporate and Finance Department (covering construction, and investment works) again ranked Band 4 for five consecutive years.
For Corporate & Finance (Band IV)
“The practice is additionally recognised in areas such as business formation, M&A and employment matters, alongside energy, infrastructure and real estate matters. Advocates at the firm are knowledgeable on restructuring and insolvency procedures. Notable clients advised by the firm include the likes of Bangladesh Garment Manufacturers and Exporters Association, Prantik Marine Services and Global One International Logistics.”
On Rahman’s Chambers’ work highlights;
Rahman’s Chambers assisted Global One International Logistics with registration as a 100% foreign investment company in the logistics and retail sectors.
The team also represented Yusen Logistics in a dispute relating to the non-delivery of cargo and a related detention and demurrage claim.
On Rahman’s Chambers’ strengths;
Chambers and Partners ASIA-PACIFIC in 2023 quoted our respected Clients stating that;
“They are professional, and their team is well organised to assist us with complex and sophisticated matters.”
“We get timely feedback both over email and telephone.”
(c) Dispute Resolution Department has been ranked for the second consecutive year, under Band 4:
“Rahman’s Chambers houses a well-regarded litigation practice in Bangladesh with significant experience in construction disputes. The team also assists clients with arbitration proceedings. Itochu, Signify and Swiss Singapore Overseas Enterprises are among the key clients advised by the team.”
On Rahman’s Chambers’ work highlights;
“Rahman’s Chambers defended Larsen & Toubro against a tax penalty amounting approximately to USD1 million, imposed due to Larsen’s delay in filing its tax returns.”
On Rahman’s Chambers’ strengths;
Chambers and Partners ASIA-PACIFIC in 2023 quoted our respected Clients stating that;
“The firm is specialised in dealing with complex project construction-related matters. We found them to live up to their name- they are highly experienced and time-efficient.”“I have found Rahman’s Chambers to be highly experienced and ethical. Their ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters is very praiseworthy.”
(d) Projects and Energy Department has been ranked for the very first time under Band 3:
“Rahman’s Chambers is well regarded for its legal expertise in handling EPC mandates in Bangladesh. The firm also advises on matters in the construction space, including employment concerns. The team often covers due diligence on the construction of projects and also handles disputes relating to projects. Some of its key clients are Lantabur, Unitex and Penta-Ocean Construction.”On Rahman’s Chambers’ work highlights;“Rahman’s Chambers advised Unitex on the engineering, procurement and commissioning of a storage tank for supplying LPG to 20,000 apartments of a housing society.On Rahman’s Chambers’ strengths;Chambers and Partners ASIA-PACIFIC in 2023 quoted our respected Clients stating that;“We have received good corporate counsel and on-time service at all times from them.”
“I have found Rahman’s Chambers to be highly experienced. Their ability to handle complex and sophisticated matters is praiseworthy.”
Mr. Mohammed Forrukh Rahman
(a) ranked for Dispute Resolution for the third consecutive year
The editorial states as follows:
Dispute Resolution – Bangladesh (Band IV)
“Mohammed Forrukh Rahman dispute resolution lawyer in Bangladesh. He is particularly praised for his knowledge and experience in arbitration, and he has expertise in bankruptcy, construction, energy and shipping cases.
Chamber and Partners 2023, has quoted notable comments from our respected Clients stating that:
“He has the specialised knowledge and rich experience for dealing with the different types of legal issues the client faces.”
“He is undoubtedly highly experienced and able to deal with complex, sophisticated matters.”
(b) ranked under band three for Corporate & Finance.
Corporate & Finance – Bangladesh (Band II),
“Mohammed Forrukh Rahmanis particularly recognised for his expertise in shipping law matters in Bangladesh, while he also assists clients with M&A and employment law.
Chamber and Partners 2023, has quoted notable comments from our respected Clients stating that:
For Corporate and Finance
“Forrukh is always very responsive and provides clear commercial advice.”
“He is an intelligent and composed lawyer.”
(c) Also ranked as a “Notable Practitioner” for Projects and Energy.
Chambers and Partners, GLOBAL 2023 Rankings: Rahman’s Chambers
(a) Shipping Department (covering commercial works) ranked under the Spotlight table for seven consecutive years;
(b) Corporate and Finance Department (covering construction, and investment works) again ranked Band 4 for five consecutive years.
Mohammed Forrukh Rahman
(a) Shipping Department (covering commercial works) again ranked under the Spotlight table for seven consecutive years;
The editorial states as follows:
“Mohammed Forrukh Rahman is particularly recognised for his expertise in shipping law matters in Bangladesh… “He has the specialised knowledge and rich experience for dealing with the different types of legal issues the client faces…”
(b) Corporate and Finance Department (covering construction, and investment works) again ranked Band 3 for five consecutive years.
“Mohammed Forrukh Rahman“… also assists clients with M&A and employment law…. “Forrukh is always very responsive and provides clear commercial advice.”