Our work
International & Cross-Border Legal Services
StoneGate Chamber is a barrister-led law chamber in Gulshan 2, Dhaka. We advise overseas clients, foreign law firms, barristers' chambers and in-house legal teams on matters connected with Bangladesh.
Discuss your matterOur work combines advice on Bangladeshi law with representation before Bangladesh courts and tribunals, and coordination with overseas counsel where required.
Who we assist
Our clients
Overseas solicitors and chambers
We provide Bangladesh legal advice and local representation to overseas law firms, barristers' chambers and in-house legal teams. We advise on Bangladesh law, regulatory compliance, local procedures and court practice.
Businesses investing or trading in Bangladesh
Foreign companies and investors seeking advice on contracts, corporate arrangements, regulatory compliance, commercial disputes and transactions subject to Bangladesh law.
Overseas individuals and non-resident Bangladeshis
Individuals with Bangladesh-connected matters including property, succession, family law, personal disputes and matters requiring Bangladesh law advice or representation.
Local expertise
Bangladesh counsel for overseas clients
Bangladesh litigation and local procedure
Representation before Bangladesh courts and tribunals. Advice on civil procedure, evidence, remedies and local practice. Coordination with overseas counsel on strategy and evidence.
Cross-border contracts and due diligence
Review and analysis of Bangladesh legal documents, contracts, corporate records and regulatory filings. Due diligence on corporate entities, property and transactions subject to Bangladesh law.
Property, succession and remote instructions
Advice on property transactions, title, succession and family law matters. Remote instructions, English-language written work and video conferences by arrangement.
Labour and supply-chain compliance
Advice on labour law, employment contracts and RMG supply-chain compliance under Bangladeshi law. Regulatory compliance for foreign investors and businesses.
Expert opinions on Bangladeshi law
Independent expert opinions on Bangladeshi law, subject to expertise, conflicts, availability and the relevant forum's requirements. Learn more about expert evidence services.
Specialist support
International arbitration and enforcement
International commercial arbitration
Arbitration clauses, seat and governing law advice, tribunal constitution, claims, defences, evidence and hearings. We assess institutional or ad hoc procedures and advise on settlements, costs, awards and recognition or enforcement, including Bangladesh-related court support. Enforcement depends on the applicable law and grounds of refusal.
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Learn moreOur approach
Working with overseas counsel
Clear instructions and scope
At the outset agree the client/instructing relationship, responsibilities, scope, reporting format, timetable and fees.
English-language work and remote meetings
English-language advice and video conferences by arrangement. We explain material issues and options, report progress and flag deadlines.
Coordination with overseas counsel
Foreign-law advice and representation are provided by appropriately authorised lawyers in that jurisdiction. Coordination subject to separate agreement.
Important limitations
We assess the applicable forum, professional requirements and need for specialist counsel before accepting an instruction. Scope, responsibilities, timetable and fees are agreed in advance. Outcomes depend on the facts, evidence and decision of the relevant court or authority.
Where clients may be based
Examples of client locations
Our instructing clients and advisers may be based in the UK, UAE (including Dubai), India, China, Malaysia and other jurisdictions. These are examples only and do not indicate that StoneGate is locally licensed or has offices in these locations.
We provide Bangladesh law advice and representation only. Foreign-law advice requires appropriately authorised counsel in that jurisdiction.
Leadership
Led by Barrister Mirza Imran Hassan
Head of Chamber; Barrister of Gray's Inn and Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh. Mirza Imran Hassan leads our international and cross-border practice and advises on matters connected with Bangladesh for overseas clients and counsel.
Read full profileExperience
Barrister Mirza Imran Hassan
- • Head of Chamber; Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh
- • Advises overseas clients and counsel on Bangladesh law matters
- • Represents clients before Bangladesh courts and tribunals
- • Coordinates with international legal teams
- • Provides expert opinions on Bangladeshi law
Process
How to instruct us
Send an initial summary
Send a short non-confidential summary including parties' names, relevant jurisdictions, key dates and the assistance requested. Keep your initial enquiry brief.
Conflict and availability checks
We will conduct conflict and availability checks. If there are no conflicts, we will discuss the scope of work, fees and next steps.
Agree scope and fees
Scope, fees and reporting arrangements must be agreed in writing before work begins. Confirm acceptance of your instruction in writing.
Confidential documents
Confidential documents should only be sent through an agreed channel after confirmation of the instruction. Do not send confidential material with your initial enquiry.
An initial enquiry does not create a professional engagement or confirm that the chamber can act.
Specialist expertise
International specialist services
International criminal law and ICC matters
Legal research and case preparation concerning genocide, crimes against humanity, war crimes, jurisdiction, admissibility and modes of responsibility. We assist with evidence chronologies, witness and victim documentation, communications and submissions, and Bangladesh legal issues arising in international proceedings.
INTERPOL notices, diffusions and CCF applications
Review of Red Notices, other notices and diffusions, together with requests to the Commission for the Control of INTERPOL's Files for access to, correction or deletion of personal data. We assess compliance issues, alleged political character, human rights concerns and supporting court records, and prepare written representations and authorised applications through the prescribed process.
Extradition, surrender and mutual legal assistance
Assessment of the applicable domestic law, treaty framework, requesting authority, warrants and supporting evidence. We assist with Bangladesh proceedings, requests for evidence and criminal cooperation, and coordinate overseas counsel on arrest, bail, surrender and extradition challenges.
International human rights and UN mechanisms
Research, evidence preparation and submissions concerning civil, political, economic and social rights. We assess potential communications to UN treaty bodies and Special Procedures, including admissibility, consent, treaty acceptance, and exhaustion requirements where relevant.
International humanitarian law and accountability
Analysis of armed conflict classification, protection of civilians, detention, targeting and accountability under the applicable humanitarian law framework. We support factual chronologies, documentary analysis and legal research for counsel, organisations and affected persons.
Investment treaty and investor–State dispute assessment
Initial analysis of nationality, qualifying investment, treaty protection, State measures, consent, time requirements and dispute resolution clauses. We assist with factual and legal research, notices, local law evidence and dispute prevention, coordinating specialist treaty counsel for detailed merits advice or proceedings.
International asset recovery, fraud and enforcement
Evidence-led assessment of fraud, beneficial ownership, asset locations and available civil recovery routes. We assist with Bangladesh proceedings, judgment and arbitral award enforcement, insolvency coordination and requests for protective relief where available.
Common questions
Frequently asked questions
Can overseas firms instruct us directly?
Yes, subject to conflict checks and agreed terms. We work with overseas solicitors, barristers' chambers and in-house legal teams. Scope, fees and reporting arrangements must be agreed in writing before work begins.
Can you act outside Bangladesh?
We provide advice on Bangladesh law and representation before Bangladesh courts and tribunals. For advice on foreign law, you will need appropriately authorised counsel in that jurisdiction. We can coordinate with your overseas counsel on strategy and evidence.
Can you assist with arbitration and foreign awards?
Yes. We advise on arbitration clauses, seat selection and Bangladesh-related court support. Subject to applicable law and grounds, we can advise on enforcement of foreign awards in Bangladesh courts. We review arbitration clauses, seat provisions and relevant documents to advise on Bangladesh law issues and enforcement prospects.
Does an INTERPOL deletion request stop extradition?
A CCF request concerns the processing of data in INTERPOL's system. Arrest, domestic warrants and extradition require separate consideration under the relevant national law; a deletion request does not automatically suspend them.
Do you provide expert evidence?
Yes. We provide independent expert opinions on Bangladeshi law, subject to our expertise, conflicts of interest, availability and the relevant forum's requirements. Learn more about expert evidence services.
What should I send initially and how are fees calculated?
Send a short non-confidential summary including parties' names, relevant jurisdictions, key dates and the assistance requested. Do not send confidential documents initially. After conflict checks, we will discuss scope and provide a fee estimate. Fees are agreed in writing before work begins.
Can you assist with international human rights matters?
Yes. We assist with research, evidence preparation and submissions concerning civil, political, economic and social rights. We assess potential communications to UN treaty bodies and Special Procedures, including admissibility and exhaustion requirements where relevant.
Do you guarantee removal of a notice or success in arbitration?
No. We assess the evidence, legal grounds, forum and available procedure before recommending a course. Decisions remain with the relevant court, tribunal or authority.
Official resources and next steps
A Red Notice is not an international arrest warrant. ICC advocacy is subject to counsel eligibility and appointment requirements. Expert evidence is independent and subject to the receiving forum’s rules.
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.
Discuss a Bangladesh-connected matterConsultation 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.