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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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30/12/2025

Inna Lillahi wa inna ilayhi raji'un (إِنَّا لِلَّٰهِ وَإِنَّا إِلَيْهِ رَاجِعُونَ).

We are deeply saddened by the news of the passing of Begum Khaleda Zia, the former Prime Minister of Bangladesh.

Her life was one of profound service and historical significance for our nation. As the first woman elected to lead the country, she broke barriers and served the people during pivotal times. Her contributions to Bangladesh's political journey will be remembered by history.

We extend our most sincere sympathies to her family, her son Tarique Rahman, her party members, and to all who held her in esteem.

We pray for her soul to find eternal peace and for her loved ones to be granted patience and strength during this difficult time.

The Law Counsel Team

30/11/2025

বেগম খালেদা জিয়া এভারকেয়ার হাসপাতালে চিকিৎসাধীন আছেন। এই কঠিন সময়ে আমরা তাঁর দ্রুত সুস্থতা কামনা করছি এবং তাঁর পরিবারের প্রতি সমব্যথী হিসেবে একাত্বতা প্রকাশ করছি। বেগম খালেদা জিয়ার পরিবারের নেওয়া কঠিন সিদ্ধান্তগুলোকে ঘিরে অনাকাঙ্ক্ষিত বা বিতর্কিত মন্তব্য থেকে বিরত থাকার জন্য সকলের প্রতি অনুরোধ রইল।

এ মুহূর্তটি রাজনৈতিক মন্তব্য বা বিভাজন তৈরির নয়—বরং বেগম জিয়া ও তাঁর পরিবারের প্রতি সহমর্মিতা, সম্মান এবং মানবিকতা প্রদর্শনের সময়। এই কঠিন সময়ে তাঁর প্রতি আমাদের সহমর্মিতা, শ্রদ্ধা ও সহযোগিতা প্রদর্শন করাই সর্বাধিক প্রয়োজন।
— দি ল’ কাউন্সেল

30/11/2025

Begum Khaleda Zia is currently receiving treatment at Evercare Hospital. Our thoughts and prayers are with the family during these difficult times. We also hope that people will refrain from making controversial comments about the difficult decisions the family has had to take in these critical times.
This is not the time for political point-scoring or creating divisions. Right now, the family deserves our sympathy, our respect, and our kindness. Let us stand with them when they need it the most.

29/10/2025

On 16 October 2025, reports surfaced that the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP) was ready to sign the July Charter, while Jamaat-e-Islami remained undecided and the National Citizens Party (NCP) hesitated without a clear implementation roadmap. Yet, the most striking absence went largely unnoticed — the 'Awami League', a party still supported by nearly a quarter of the electorate.

This article examines the 'constitutional implications' of excluding such a major political force from the reform process and questions whether the 'July Charter' can claim 'true legitimacy' without broad-based participation.

While the Interim Government refrained from banning the Awami League outright, its restrictions on political activity and limited inclusiveness risk undermining the reform’s 'legal and democratic credibility'. Drawing parallels with South Africa’s transition, the piece argues that inclusive participation, even from discredited parties, is essential to strengthen the legitimacy of any new constitutional order.

Read the full article to explore how the 'constituent power of the people'—born out of the 2024 student movement—shapes the legality and future of Bangladesh’s constitutional transformation.

17/10/2025

🕊️ জুলাই জাতীয় সনদ ২০২৫ স্বাক্ষর অনুষ্ঠান।

জাতীয় সংসদ ভবনে আজ ২৪ টি রাজনৈতিক দল 'জুলাই জাতীয় সনদ ২০২৫'–এ স্বাক্ষর করল।
রাজনৈতিক অস্থিরতার সময়ে এটি শুধু একটি চুক্তি নয় — এটি ঐক্য, পুনর্গঠন ও নতুন বাংলাদেশের অঙ্গীকার।

চলুন, একসাথে ন্যায়ভিত্তিক ও স্থিতিশীল বাংলাদেশ গড়ি।

#জুলাইসনদ #নতুনবাংলাদেশ #জাতীয়ঐক্য

17/10/2025

Three days have passed since the Mirpur chemical warehouse fire claimed 16 innocent lives, yet the owner of Alam Traders — the illegal warehouse responsible — remains free.

Families are grieving, children are orphaned, and workers’ bodies lie unclaimed. The air in Shialbari is still toxic, residents are still choking, and the accused are still missing. How long must impunity protect those who profit from death?

Authorities themselves admit: the warehouse was declared illegal and served three separate notices. Yet no one shut it down. This is not negligence — it’s a crime of silence, corruption, and disregard for human life.

We urge law enforcement and the relevant ministries to act immediately — arrest the responsible individuals, hold the approving officials accountable, and ensure justice for the victims who worked and died in these unsafe death traps we call “factories.”

Every delay in justice deepens the stain on our conscience.
Every illegal factory left unchecked is another tragedy waiting to happen.

Our country cannot afford another Mirpur, another Nimtoli, another Churihatta.
Justice delayed is not just denied — it’s repeated.

11/10/2025

Our country has witnessed some of the gravest violations of human rights in recent years and continues to navigate through a period of deep political uncertainty. At such a critical juncture, meaningful dialogue and institutional reform are essential to rebuilding public trust and ensuring justice for all.

Today, our Partner, Barrister Ehsan Siddiq, of The Law Counsel, joined a national consultation on the draft National Human Rights Commission Ordinance, 2025, held at the InterContinental Hotel, Dhaka — serving as Moderator of the distinguished Panel Discussion.

The event, attended by eminent figures including Adviser Syeda Rizwana Hasan, Dr. Asif Nazrul, Adilur Rahman Khan, Attorney General Md. Asaduzzaman, UNDP Resident Representative Stefan Liller, and representatives from the Swiss and Danish Embassies, focused on strengthening the institutional and legal framework for human rights protection in Bangladesh.

In an era where justice and accountability are paramount, this initiative marks a vital step toward ensuring that the National Human Rights Commission becomes not only a moral force but also a legally empowered body capable of real enforcement and impact.

At The Law Counsel, we remain committed to contributing to national dialogues that aim to restore justice, uphold the rule of law, and reinforce the foundations of democracy in Bangladesh.

24/09/2025

The July Charter Debate: Law, Politics & Bangladesh’s Future

The latest debate isn’t just about politics—it’s about Bangladesh’s constitutional future.

The Questions We Must Ask-
1- Was the Interim Government created under the Constitution—or through the people’s 'constituent power' ?
2- Can the July Charter be implemented under the current Constitution ?
3- Is BNP delaying reforms to keep power centralised ?
4- Has Jamaat realised too late that Bangladesh is already in a moment of constitutional change ?

Read the linked opinion, written by prominent legal scholar and constitutional expert Barrister Ehsan Siddiq , Partner at The Law Counsel, to explore more in depth.

21/09/2025

We are proud to share a insightful article written by our esteemed partner, Barrister Ehsan Siddiq, a Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh.

In his latest piece for the Daily New Nation, he provides a sharp analysis of the competing political visions in the current landscape. A must-read for those following Bangladeshi politics.

Read the full article here: https://dailynewnation.com/bnp-cautious-jamaat-bold-ncp-idealistic-three-visions-for-the-july-charter/

Barrister Ehsan A Siddiq The political future of Bangladesh is now being shaped by the debate over how to implement the constitutional reforms promised in the July Charter. Three of the country’s major political parties—the Bangladesh Nationalist Party (BNP), the Bangladesh Jamaat-e-Islami, and ...

13/09/2025

We were honored to have Barrister Imran Siddiq , Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh and Partner of The Law Counsel, lead today’s special session on Maintainability of Writ Petitions.

The discussion highlighted the principle of Equally Efficacious Remedy, key judicial precedents, and the exceptions. Associates engaged in thoughtful dialogue and practical reflection on this important area of constitutional law.

08/09/2025

ডাকসু নির্বাচনে অংশগ্রহণকারী সকল প্রার্থী ও শিক্ষার্থীকে ল’ কাউন্সিলের আন্তরিক শুভকামনা। আমরা বিশ্বাস করি, গণতান্ত্রিক অংশগ্রহণ, সুশাসন ও ন্যায়ভিত্তিক নেতৃত্বই একটি সমৃদ্ধ ভবিষ্যৎ নির্মাণে সহায়ক হবে।