Rahman Consultancy Firm supports manufacturing and trading businesses in Bangladesh by ensuring compliance with local laws, mitigating legal risks, and facilitating smooth business operations. The following are the key services offered:

1. Business Formation & Licensing

• • Advising on the most suitable legal structure (Sole Proprietorship, Partnership, Private Limited Company, or Public Limited Company).
  • Assisting with company registration with the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms (RJSC).
  • Obtaining necessary trade licenses from local authorities.
  • Registration for VAT, Income Tax, and Import-Export Licenses (IRC/ERC).
  • Securing approvals from the Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) for foreign investment.

2. Regulatory Compliance & Corporate Governance

• • Ensuring compliance with Bangladesh Companies Act, 1994 and Bangladesh Labor Act, 2006.
  • Advising on corporate governance, board structuring, and shareholder agreements.
  • Drafting and reviewing company policies to align with regulatory requirements.
  • Filing annual returns and regulatory reports with RJSC.

3. Contracts & Agreements Drafting

• • Drafting and reviewing contracts, including supply agreements, sales contracts, joint venture agreements, and lease agreements.
  • Preparing service-level agreements (SLAs) and memorandums of understanding (MoUs).
  • Advising on contract negotiations and dispute resolution strategies.

4. Employment & Labor Law Compliance

• • Drafting employment contracts and company HR policies.
  • Ensuring compliance with labor laws, including employee benefits, working conditions, and termination policies.
  • Advising on dispute resolution and labor tribunal representation.
  • Managing legal aspects of hiring expatriates, including work permits and visas.

5. Intellectual Property Protection

• • Registering trademarks, patents, copyrights, and industrial designs.
  • Conducting IP due diligence to prevent infringement issues.
  • Advising on IP licensing and technology transfer agreements.

6. Trade, Import & Export Regulations

• • Assisting with Import Registration Certificate (IRC) and Export Registration Certificate (ERC).
  • Ensuring compliance with Customs Act, 1969, and other international trade laws.
  • Advising on export incentives, duty exemptions, and bonded warehouse regulations.
  • Handling disputes related to import-export transactions.

7. Environmental & Industry-Specific Compliance

• • Securing approvals from the Department of Environment (DoE) for pollution control.
  • Ensuring compliance with Factory Act, 1965 and Bangladesh Environment Conservation Act, 1995.
  • Advising on health, safety, and environmental laws specific to manufacturing industries.

8. Dispute Resolution & Litigation

• • Representing businesses in commercial litigation and arbitration.
  • Handling disputes related to contracts, employment, and intellectual property.
  • Advising on alternative dispute resolution (ADR) strategies.

9. Taxation & Financial Regulations

• • Providing guidance on corporate tax, VAT, customs duties, and other levies.
  • Handling tax planning, audits, and compliance with the National Board of Revenue (NBR).
  • Advising on cross-border taxation and double taxation agreements.

10. Foreign Investment & Joint Ventures

• • Assisting foreign investors in setting up manufacturing and trading operations.
  • Handling joint venture agreements and foreign direct investment (FDI) compliance.
  • Securing approvals for repatriation of profits and capital from Bangladesh.

11. Mergers, Acquisitions & Business Restructuring

• • Conducting legal due diligence for M&A transactions.
  • Advising on business restructuring, asset transfers, and buyouts.
  • Managing legal documentation and regulatory approvals for mergers and acquisitions.

12. Risk Management & Compliance Audits

• • Conducting legal risk assessments for manufacturing and trading businesses.
  • Performing internal compliance audits to ensure adherence to regulatory frameworks.
  • Advising on anti-corruption laws, data protection, and cyber law compliance.

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