MOHAMMAD ZAHIRUL ISLAM

MOHAMMAD ZAHIRUL ISLAM is a highly accomplished trial lawyer with a decade of experience in civil litigation, commercial disputes, anti-corruption matters, and banking and financial services. As a Partner at ACCORD CHAMBERS in Dhaka, he has successfully conducted numerous trials across the country and provided insightful counsel to both local and international clients. His expertise spans multiple areas of law, making him one of the most sought-after legal professionals in Bangladesh.

MOHAMMAD ZAHIRUL ISLAM Education Qualifications

• LL.B. (Hons.), University of Dhaka
• LL.M, University of Dhaka

MOHAMMAD ZAHIRUL ISLAM Experience & Expertise

With ten years of extensive legal experience, MOHAMMAD ZAHIRUL ISLAM has established himself as a formidable advocate in the Bangladeshi legal system. He has represented clients in both the District and Session Courts as well as the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh. His career has been marked by successful representation of the central regulatory bank of Bangladesh in numerous litigations concerning regulatory components under the Bank Company laws and regulations.

Zahirul’s expertise extends to criminal litigation, where he has represented corporations and individuals in cases involving tax evasion, cyber-crimes, and other white-collar financial crimes. He has served as primary trial counsel in complex commercial litigation, handling all phases of litigation including formulating legal theories, taking and defending depositions, and participating in settlement discussions. His comprehensive approach to legal representation has earned him a reputation as a skilled and strategic advocate.

MOHAMMAD ZAHIRUL ISLAM Practice Areas

MOHAMMAD ZAHIRUL ISLAM specializes in Civil Litigation, where he handles complex disputes arising from commercial and trade matters, writ petitions, and judicial review proceedings. His expertise in Commercial Disputes has made him a preferred choice for businesses facing contractual disagreements and trade-related conflicts. He provides comprehensive legal solutions that protect his clients’ interests while ensuring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

In the realm of Anti-Corruption matters, Zahirul has demonstrated exceptional skill in navigating complex regulatory frameworks and representing clients in investigations and proceedings. His experience in Banking and Financial Services includes representing financial institutions in debt recovery matters before Artha Rin Adalat (money loan courts) and enforcement of judgments. He also handles cases involving Tax Evasion, Cyber Crimes, and White-Collar Financial Crimes, providing comprehensive defense strategies for individuals and corporations facing such allegations.

MOHAMMAD ZAHIRUL ISLAM Publications, Journals, News, Articles & Research

• Represented investors of Asset & Investment Management Services of Bangladesh in judicial review challenging Bangladesh Securities & Exchange Commission’s decision, involving BDT 5.5 Million
• Successfully represented a Singaporean oil corporation in complex tripartite dispute concerning supply and storage of crude palm olein, recovery actions for non-payment, and criminal complaint petition for misappropriation

MOHAMMAD ZAHIRUL ISLAM Memberships

• Dhaka Bar Association: Active member of the Dhaka Bar Association, participating in professional development activities and legal community initiatives
• Bangladesh Supreme Court Bar Association: Member of the Bangladesh Supreme Court Bar Association, maintaining active involvement in the highest judicial forum of the country

MOHAMMAD ZAHIRUL ISLAM Contact Information

For legal consultation and representation, MOHAMMAD ZAHIRUL ISLAM can be reached at his office at ACCORD CHAMBERS, located at Eastern Antik (Suite-101), House-155, Road-4, Niketan, P/O: Gulshan, Dhaka 1212. As a Partner at ACCORD CHAMBERS, he brings extensive experience in civil litigation, commercial disputes, anti-corruption matters, and banking and financial services to every case he handles. Clients can contact him directly at +88 09678 167167 or visit the firm’s website at https://accordchambers.com for more information about his services and expertise. Whether you need representation in complex commercial litigation, assistance with regulatory compliance, or defense in criminal proceedings, MOHAMMAD ZAHIRUL ISLAM offers comprehensive legal solutions backed by a decade of successful practice in the Bangladeshi legal system.