The Law Counsel

12/07/2026

إِنَّا لِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ

The Law Counsel expresses its deepest condolences on the passing of Barrister Muhammad Jamiruddin Sircar.

We extend our heartfelt sympathies to the bereaved family, friends, and colleagues during this difficult time. May Allah (SWT) forgive the deceased, grant them the highest place in Jannatul Firdaus, and bless the family with patience and strength.

11/07/2026

.."It is now the responsibility of Parliament to undertake the necessary constitutional reforms, including the Fundamental Principles of State Policy, in accordance with the Constitution and the aspirations of the people."

— Barrister Imran Siddiq
Partner, The Law Counsel

বহুল আলোচিত সংবিধানের পঞ্চদশ সংশোধনীতে আনা কয়েকটি বিষয় অবৈধ ঘোষণা করে হাইকোর্টের রায় বহাল রেখেছেন আপিল বিভাগ। এ....

09/07/2026

The Law Counsel is honoured to have represented two Independent Power Companies in this significant arbitration matter.

Appeared for the Petitioners:
Ehsan A. Siddiq, Senior Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh
Kazi Muhammad Elias, Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh
Mahmud Al Mamun, Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh

28/06/2026

We are pleased to share that The Law Counsel has contributed to a new Insight Article on the OneTrust DataGuidance platform, focusing on the newly enacted Personal Data Protection Act 2026.

The article was prepared by our Partner, Imran Siddiq, and Associates, Sunhaira Shaeri Wahid and Fateen Farhan Saki. This piece provides practical clarity on Bangladesh's shifting data protection landscape.

Access the full Insight Article on OneTrust DataGuidance under the Bangladesh section:

Link: https://www.dataguidance.com/opinion/bangladesh-unpacking-personal-data-protection-act

08/05/2026

We are pleased to share that Barrister Imran Siddiq, Partner of The Law Counsel, attended the UMSAILS-UAP Spring School 2026 as a Resource Person.

The program was organized by South Asian Institute of Advanced Legal and Human Rights Studies (SAILS) in partnership with Centre for Law, Governance & Policy (CELGAP) and the Department of Law and Human Rights at University of Asia Pacific (UAP).

He delivered an engaging lecture on:
“The July Charter Reforms: Constitutional Legitimacy, Judicial Review and Implementation Challenges.”

An insightful session fostering critical discussions on July Charter, constitutional reforms, governance, and the future of judicial oversight in Bangladesh.

04/05/2026

On this solemn day, The Law Counsel remembers with deepest reverence, honor, and gratitude our beloved Founder and Head of Chamber, Barrister Abdur Razzaq (1949–2025).

A jurist of extraordinary brilliance, an unparalleled legal scholar, and one of Bangladesh’s most revered legal luminaries, he was not merely the foundation of this chamber, but a guiding force whose wisdom, integrity, and unwavering devotion to justice left an indelible mark upon the legal landscape of the nation.

His life was a testament to excellence, principle, and service. Through his remarkable leadership, mentorship, and vision, he shaped generations of legal minds and established a legacy that continues to inspire us every day.

Though we mourn his irreplaceable absence, his ideals, teachings, and monumental contributions remain eternally alive within The Law Counsel and the broader legal fraternity.

His legacy is not confined to memory alone—it endures through every pursuit of justice, every act of integrity, and every principle he so passionately upheld.

May Allah, in His infinite mercy, grant him the highest Makaam in Jannatul Ferdous.

Forever our mentor. Forever our inspiration. Forever The Law Counsel’s guiding light.

15/04/2026

We’re pleased to share an important new article by our Partner, Barrister Imran Siddiq, titled “A Mandate Deferred: The Ruling Party’s Obstruction of Constitutional Reform in Bangladesh.”

Following the July 2024 uprising and a decisive referendum victory for the July Charter, the path to constitutional reform has stalled. This piece examines the ruling party’s refusal to engage with the Constitution Reform Assembly and the move toward ordinary amendment procedures, arguing that it risks diluting a mandate firmly grounded in popular will.

It is a sharp, timely analysis of a critical constitutional moment in Bangladesh.

🔗 Read the full article here: https://constitutionnet.org/news/voices/mandate-deferred-ruling-partys-obstruction-constitutional-reform-bangladesh

In February 2026, Bangladesh appeared poised for sweeping constitutional reform after voters overwhelmingly endorsed the July Charter. Yet the ruling party’s refusal to engage in the proposed Constitu

05/04/2026

We are pleased to announce that The Law Counsel has contributed to the newly published Data Breach Guidance Note on Bangladesh via the OneTrust DataGuidance platform.

This guidance note was prepared by our Partner, Imran Siddiq, and Associates, Sunhaira Shaeri Wahid and Fateen Farhan. It offers clear and practical insights into Bangladesh’s data breach notification requirements, regulatory obligations, and compliance best practices in the country’s evolving data protection landscape, with a particular focus on the Personal Data Protection Ordinance 2025.

Access the full Guidance Note on OneTrust Data Guidance under the Bangladesh – Data Breach section.

Link:
https://www.dataguidance.com/notes/bangladesh-data-breach-1

01/04/2026

Announcement: Legal Research Internship Opportunity for Law Students and LLB Graduates

The Law Counsel is inviting applications for a paid Legal Research Internship in Constitutional Law.

Duration: 2 Months

Eligibility:
• Students who have completed 2nd year of LLB
• Final year LLB students
• LLB graduates

Requirement: Proficiency in using legal databases

To apply, please email your CV to: [email protected]

Application Deadline: 12 April 2026

Candidates will be shortlisted based on an assessment of their CVs, and selected applicants will be invited for an interview.

For more information or queries, please contact:

Barrister Sunhaira Shaeri Wahid
[email protected]

Barrister Fateen Farhan
[email protected]

Firm address: 12th Floor, Suite No. A-12, Green City Square, 750 Satmasjid Road, Dhaka 1209

10/01/2026

Congratulations to the Election Team of The Law Counsel for successfully representing Mr. Hamidur Rahman Azad (Jamaat-e-Islami candidate, Cox’s Bazar-2) in his election appeal, leading to the validation of his nomination by the Election Commission. The team was led by Senior Advocate Barrister Ehsan Siddique, with Barrister Mohammad Shahnewaz, Barrister Mahmud Al Mamun (Himu), Advocate Md. Sohail Rana, and Talha.

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