Barrister Reshad Imam

A brief introduction about the lawyer’s identity and expertise (50-60 words)
Barrister Reshad Imam is a distinguished Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh with over 17 years of legal experience. He is a Partner at Akhtar Imam & Associates, specializing in Company and Commercial Law, Constitutional and Administrative Law, Banking, Finance and Securities Law, and Labour and Employment Law. His expertise spans across domestic and international commercial matters, arbitration, and corporate advisory services.

Barrister Reshad Imam Education Qualifications

• LLB, University of Buckingham, UK
• LLM, University of Cambridge, UK
• Barrister-at-Law, Hon’ble Society of Lincoln’s Inn, UK
• Enrolled as an Advocate on the Roll of the Bangladesh Bar Council
• Permission to practise in the High Court Division, Supreme Court of Bangladesh
• Permission to practise in the Appellate Division, Supreme Court of Bangladesh
• Enrolled as a Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh

Barrister Reshad Imam Experience & Expertise

Barrister Reshad Imam has built an impressive career spanning over 17 years in the legal field. After completing his LLM from the University of Cambridge, he gained valuable international experience working under renowned politician and counsel Dr. Abhishek Singhvi in Delhi, India. Upon returning to Bangladesh, he has established himself as one of the country’s leading legal practitioners. His expertise covers multiple jurisdictions, including the Appellate Division, Supreme Court of Bangladesh and the High Court Division, Supreme Court of Bangladesh.

As a Barrister, Reshad Imam has developed a reputation as a dynamic litigator who consistently goes above and beyond for his clients. His professional journey includes handling complex constitutional litigation, commercial arbitrations, and corporate advisory matters. He has successfully represented both national and multinational companies in various legal proceedings, demonstrating his versatility and deep understanding of Bangladesh’s legal landscape. His experience extends to judicial review proceedings where he challenges government authority decisions, making him a formidable advocate in administrative law matters.

Barrister Reshad Imam Practice Areas

Barrister Reshad Imam specializes in Company and Commercial Law, providing comprehensive legal services to businesses ranging from startups to multinational corporations. His expertise in this area includes corporate restructuring, shareholder disputes, company law compliance, and commercial contract drafting and negotiation. He regularly appears before the Company Bench, handling matters related to company incorporation, dissolution, and regulatory compliance.

In the realm of Constitutional and Administrative Law, Reshad Imam has extensive experience representing clients in judicial review proceedings against government authorities. He has successfully challenged decisions of various public bodies including the Ministry of Housing and Public Works, RAJUK (Capital Development Authority), and the Bangladesh Securities and Exchange Commission. His practice in Banking, Finance and Securities Law encompasses advising financial institutions, handling banking disputes, and navigating complex securities regulations. Additionally, his Labour and Employment Law practice covers a wide range of employment-related matters, from individual disputes to collective bargaining issues, particularly evident during his advisory work during the Covid-19 pandemic.

Barrister Reshad Imam Publications, Journals, News, Articles & Research

• Article on “Urgent Need for Covid-19 Act 2020 in Bangladesh” – The Daily Star
• Article on “Arbitrations in Bangladesh during Covid-19 Pandemic” – The Daily Star
• Article on “Protecting Minority Shareholders” – The Daily Star
• Publication in BIAC Bulletin (January-March 2022)

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Barrister Reshad Imam Contact Information

Barrister Reshad Imam is currently a Partner at Akhtar Imam & Associates, one of Bangladesh’s most respected law firms with offices in Dhaka. He can be reached at +8801755590736 for legal consultations and professional inquiries. His office is conveniently located in Dhaka, making him accessible to clients across Bangladesh. As a Senior Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh, Reshad Imam provides expert legal services in Company and Commercial Law, Constitutional and Administrative Law, Banking, Finance and Securities Law, and Labour and Employment Law. His extensive experience, international education, and proven track record make him a trusted advisor for both corporate and individual clients seeking high-quality legal representation in Bangladesh.