Barrister Mohammad K Shahnewaz is a distinguished legal professional specializing in Intellectual Property (IP) law and commercial matters. With nine years of extensive legal experience, he has established himself as a prominent advocate in Dhaka’s legal community. His unique international background, combining British and Bangladeshi legal education, positions him as an expert in cross-border legal matters, particularly in intellectual property rights and commercial law.

Barrister Mohammad K Shahnewaz Education Qualifications

• LL.B(Hons) from University of Wolverhampton, UK
• LLM in International Commercial Law from University of Buckingham, UK
• LLM in Professional Legal Practice from BPP University, London, UK
• PhD candidate in Comparative Intellectual Property Law at University of Exeter, UK

Barrister Mohammad K Shahnewaz Experience & Expertise

Barrister Mohammad K Shahnewaz brings a wealth of experience to his legal practice, having been enrolled as an Advocate at Dhaka Bar in 2014 and called to the Bar of England and Wales from the Hon’ble Society of Lincoln’s Inn in 2009. His extensive legal career spans multiple jurisdictions, allowing him to provide comprehensive legal services that bridge international and local legal frameworks. He has developed particular expertise in intellectual property matters, commercial law, and cross-border legal issues.

His professional journey includes significant academic contributions as a member of the Adjunct Faculty at University of Asia Pacific, Bangladesh, and previous roles as an Adjunct Senior Law Lecturer at North South University, Bangladesh, and as a Visiting Law Lecturer at University of Exeter, UK. This academic background enhances his practical legal expertise, enabling him to provide well-rounded legal services to his clients. He regularly appears before the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh and is an active member of the Dhaka Bar Association.

Barrister Mohammad K Shahnewaz Practice Areas

As an Intellectual Property (IP) lawyer, Barrister Mohammad K Shahnewaz specializes in protecting and managing intellectual property rights for individuals and businesses. His expertise encompasses trademark registration, copyright protection, patent matters, and trade secret management. He provides comprehensive legal services for IP portfolio management, infringement cases, and licensing agreements, ensuring his clients’ intellectual property assets are properly protected and leveraged.

In the commercial law domain, Barrister Shahnewaz offers extensive services covering business transactions, contract drafting and negotiation, corporate compliance, and commercial dispute resolution. His deep understanding of both local and international commercial law enables him to provide strategic legal advice to businesses operating in Bangladesh and internationally. He assists clients with complex commercial matters, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and corporate restructuring, always ensuring compliance with relevant regulations and best practices.

Barrister Mohammad K Shahnewaz Publications, Journals, News, Articles & Research

• ‘Who owns folklore? The relationship and struggle between cultural rights and the right to culture’ presented at University of Exeter
• ‘The impact of Digital Economy Act 2010: balancing the un-balanceable?’ published at BPP Professionals
• ‘Legal Services Act 2007 and the threat of the retail industry to traditional law firms: Is QualitySolicitors the answer?’ published at BPP Professionals
• ‘Illegal music file sharing and the loss of sales: Is prosecuting the End-Users the answer?’ – a comparative legal study of UK, USA, Canada from University of Buckingham
• ‘Should Online Intermediaries be held liable for breaches by the End-User?’ – a comparative study of the laws in UK, USA, Canada and Australia from University of Wolverhampton

Barrister Mohammad K Shahnewaz Memberships

• Dhaka Bar Association: Active member maintaining professional standards and contributing to the legal community in Bangladesh

Barrister Mohammad K Shahnewaz Contact Information

For professional legal services in Intellectual Property (IP) and commercial law matters, Barrister Mohammad K Shahnewaz can be reached through his current position at The Law Counsel. As an Associate at this prestigious law firm, he provides expert legal counsel to clients across various sectors. His office is conveniently located in Dhaka, Bangladesh, making him easily accessible for consultations and legal proceedings. Clients can contact him directly at +880 1705089121 for appointments or legal inquiries. His extensive experience, combined with his academic background and practical expertise, makes him a valuable resource for individuals and businesses seeking comprehensive legal solutions in intellectual property and commercial law matters.