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;
“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.”
“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;
“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