Business formation:

We help clients navigate the legal requirements for starting a business in the country. This includes:

a)Business registration: We help local and foreign clients register their business with the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms (RJSC) by preparing the necessary documentation and submitting it to the RJSC

b)Licenses and permits: Depending on the type of business, we help clients obtain the necessary licenses and permits required to operate legally in Bangladesh. This can include trade licenses, tax registrations, export-import licence, industry-specific licenses, etc.

c)Legal compliance: We advise clients on the legal requirements for running a business, such as maintaining proper records, complying with labour laws, and ensuring tax compliance, etc.

     Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A):

a)Conducting due diligence: In mergers and acquisitions, due diligence is a critical process that involves investigating the target company’s financial, legal, and operational status to identify any risks or liabilities that may affect the transaction. We assist clients in conducting due diligence by reviewing contracts, financial statements, legal documents, and other relevant materials.

b)Negotiating and drafting transaction agreements: We negotiate and draft various transaction agreements, such as share purchase agreements, asset purchase agreements, merger agreements, etc. We ensure that the terms of the agreement are in compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

c)Obtaining regulatory approvals: M&A transactions in Bangladesh require various regulatory approvals, such as approval from the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms. We assist clients in obtaining these approvals and ensuring compliance with relevant regulations.

    Intellectual Property Law

We assist clients with registration, protection, and enforcement of their intellectual property assets. They also provide services related to IP portfolio management, litigation, and due diligence. IP lawyers in Bangladesh primarily work under the relevant intellectual property laws, such as the Patents and Designs Act, the Trademarks Act, and the Copyright Act, as well as international treaties and agreements.

Banking and finance

We work with financial institutions, corporations, and borrowers on transactions such as loans, acquisitions, and investments. We advise clients on regulatory compliance, documentation, and structuring of deals. We work under various laws including the Companies Act, Banking Companies Act, Financial Institutions Act, and Securities and Exchange Ordinance. Some of the scenarios we handle include due diligence, contract negotiation, loan and credit facility documentation, bond issuances, and debt restructuring.