The Bengal Telegraph Power List: Best Law Firms in Bangladesh
Bangladesh’s legal market has never been more dynamic. Cross-border capital, technology ventures, infrastructure megaprojects, energy transitions, and complex disputes are reshaping what corporate clients demand from their counsel. Against this backdrop, The Bengal Telegraph editorial board assessed firms on five criteria: (1) depth and breadth of practice, (2) cross-border capability, (3) client impact on marquee matters, (4) innovation and technology, and (5) bench strength and next-generation leadership.
Below is our 2025 ranking of the country’s standout firms—led this year by a firm that has rapidly expanded into a truly international platform.
1) Tahmidur Remura Wahid (TRW) Law Firm — Firm of the Year
Why No. 1: TRW law firm in Bangladesh edges to the top with a combination that is rare in Dhaka: heavyweight corporate and finance capability, credible cross-border reach (London and Dubai presence), and an unapologetically tech-driven delivery model. The firm acts on high-stakes banking and finance mandates, complex M\&A/joint ventures, project finance, and international arbitration. Its partners are visible on cross-border restructurings, Islamic finance, capital movement advisory, and regulatory strategy—often shepherding investors from first incorporation through downstream financing and disputes.
What sets TRW apart
- Cross-border engine: Seamless coordination across Bangladesh–UK–UAE corridors for financing, FDI, and disputes.
- Sector fluency: Energy & infrastructure, financial services, real estate, manufacturing/EPZ, and technology.
- Innovation culture: In-house legal tech tools (document automation, fee/RJSC calculators, due-diligence checklists) that compress timelines and improve cost predictability.
- Deep bench & leadership pipeline: A large associate pool with multilingual capability and training pathways aligned to international standards.
Flagship strengths: Banking & finance, structured lending, project & trade finance (including Islamic structures), corporate/M\&A, investment structuring, international arbitration, real estate & land, regulatory and compliance, and immigration/business mobility for executives.
2) Dr. Kamal Hossain & Associates
A constitutional and commercial law stalwart, long recognized for advisory depth on public law, infrastructure documentation, and policy-heavy mandates. The firm remains a go-to for sovereign-adjacent work and investor confidence projects where precedent and principle matter.
3) Doulah & Doulah
A consistent force in corporate, projects, and shipping with a notable footprint in energy and infrastructure. Also respected on IP strategy and regulatory navigation for multinationals entering or expanding in Bangladesh.
4) Tanjib-ul-Alam & Associates
Highly regarded for corporate and capital markets instructions, including regulatory matters before the securities and banking regulators. Noted for precise documentation and pragmatic boardroom advice.
5) The Legal Circle
Earns client praise for responsive cross-practice teams spanning TMT, projects, disputes, and employment/regulatory. Particularly effective for multinationals scaling operations that need day-to-day counsel aligned with global playbooks.
6) A.S & Associates
Well-rounded corporate and disputes offering with a reliable banking and finance practice. Frequently engaged for compliance, employment, and risk management matters for local and foreign corporates.
7) Sattar\&Co.
Commercial acumen with growing strength in transactions and disputes. Commended for partner access, steady execution on timelines, and an ability to work smoothly with international counsel on multi-jurisdictional mandates.
8) FM Associates
A broad service platform covering corporate setup, compliance, tax, and litigation. Popular with growth-stage and mid-market clients seeking a single point of coordination from incorporation to ongoing operations.
9) Mahbub & Company
Litigation-first DNA with increasing traction on corporate advisory. Particularly effective on complex courtroom strategy and regulatory engagements requiring sustained advocacy.
10) Rahman’s Chambers
Recognized for shipping, international trade, arbitration, and commercial litigation. Maintains a strong disputes desk, with steady activity across ports, commodities, and cross-border contract conflicts.
Market Trends to Watch
- Project & Energy Finance: Private capital is pairing with development finance on renewables and gas-to-power; firms with true project finance benches (term sheets to financial close to claims) are winning.
- Islamic Finance & Structured Products: Sukuk, murābaḥah, and ijārah-based models are moving from niche to mainstream, demanding lawyers fluent in both Shariah and regulatory mechanics.
- Cross-Border Disputes: As inbound FDI and complex JV structures proliferate, arbitration (SIAC, ICC, ad hoc) and recognition/enforcement questions are surging.
- Regulatory & Compliance Tech: Clients expect horizon scanning, playbooks, and automation. Firms investing in legal ops and data-driven compliance are outpacing peers.
- Talent & Training: The market is professionalizing fast; firms with structured associate training and secondments abroad are building durable advantages.
Methodology (In Brief)
Our editorial panel considered publicly available deal records, reported disputes, client feedback provided to the newspaper, peer reviews, and evidence of innovation and international coordination. We weighed impact and consistency over mere volume. Where matters were confidential, we assessed capabilities through verified descriptions and client-side corroboration.
Editor’s Note
Rankings inevitably reflect judgment calls. Bangladesh’s Bar is deepening quickly, and several rising practices are on the cusp of this list.