Overview
How we can help
A criminal allegation calls for prompt, careful attention to procedure and evidence. Our work begins with the particular charge, the available material and the immediate decisions facing the client.
Services
Matters we cover
Early stage advice
Understanding allegations, procedural position and immediate next steps.
Bail applications
Preparing the factual material and submissions relevant to release and conditions.
Trial preparation
Reviewing statements and exhibits, identifying disputed issues and preparing advocacy.
Appeals and review
Considering the record, grounds and applicable time limits after a decision.
Our approach
A considered approach
- 01Establish the stage of the case and any urgent hearing or deadline.
- 02Examine the allegation, evidence and instructions in confidence.
- 03Agree preparation and representation appropriate to the proceeding.
First enquiry
Useful information to bring
- Charge, summons or notice received
- Court dates and existing orders
- Relevant messages, documents and witness details
Please do not send confidential material until the team has confirmed the appropriate way to share it.
Preparation at each procedural stage
We begin with the allegation, the current stage and the immediate decision required. Arrest, bail, investigation, trial and post-judgment remedies raise different questions. A clear chronology and an organised record of orders, statements and exhibits help identify what can properly be challenged and what further evidence is needed.
Evidence, instructions and hearing priorities
Representation requires candid instructions and careful attention to lawful procedure. We examine inconsistencies and missing records without promising a particular outcome or encouraging interference with witnesses or evidence. If specialist forensic or technical analysis is needed, its scope and the relevant professional are identified separately.
Leadership
Barrister Mirza Imran Hassan
Head of Chamber, Barrister of Gray’s Inn and Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh. Instructions are assessed for the appropriate expertise, conflicts and availability before the scope and fees are agreed.
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Frequently asked questions
What should I do if a hearing or arrest concern is urgent?
Contact the chamber promptly with the case number, allegation, court, hearing date and available orders. Do not assume that an email enquiry means representation has been accepted. The immediate options depend on the facts, stage and applicable law.
Can bail be guaranteed?
No. Bail depends on the offence, procedural stage, available grounds, evidence and the court’s decision. We assess the papers and prepare the relevant application and supporting material where an instruction is accepted.
What documents are useful for a criminal case review?
Relevant records may include the complaint or FIR, charge sheet, orders, bail papers, statements, exhibits and previous applications. Preserve originals and a chronology of dates. Confidential material should be shared only through the agreed channel after checks.
Can a business dispute also involve criminal proceedings?
Only where the facts satisfy the elements of an offence and procedural requirements. A contractual disagreement does not automatically justify a criminal complaint. We distinguish civil recovery, criminal allegations and any parallel proceedings before advising on a course.
Can I challenge a conviction or procedural order?
The available appeal, revision or other application depends on the order, court, grounds and applicable time limits. A review requires the relevant judgment and record. Seek advice promptly and retain proof of receipt and certified-copy steps.
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Get in touch
Contact our clerks to discuss your matter and arrange a consultation.
StoneGate Chamber
Flat C2, House 38, Road 104
Gulshan 2, Dhaka 1212
Bangladesh
We can discuss the circumstances and direct your enquiry to an appropriate member of the chambers.
Contact usConsultation and disclaimer
Contact our clerks to discuss your matter and arrange a consultation. The information on this page is general and is not legal advice. Enquiries are subject to conflict checks and agreed terms.
Each matter depends on its facts, evidence, procedure and the applicable law. This page does not constitute an offer to advise or represent you.