Rahman Consultancy Firm supports Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) in Bangladesh by providing expert legal guidance, ensuring regulatory compliance, and protecting business interests. The following are the key services offered:

1. Business Formation & Corporate Structuring

• • Business Registration: Assisting SMEs in registering their businesses as Sole Proprietorships, Partnerships, Private Limited Companies (Ltd.), or Joint Ventures with the Registrar of Joint Stock Companies and Firms (RJSC).
  • Trade License & Permits: Helping obtain necessary trade licenses from City Corporations, Municipalities, or Union Parishads.
  • Tax Identification Number (TIN) & VAT Registration: Facilitating registration with the National Board of Revenue (NBR) for tax and VAT compliance.
  • Company Constitution & MOA/AOA Drafting: Drafting Memorandum of Association (MOA) and Articles of Association (AOA) for limited companies.
  • Business Structuring & Shareholding Agreements: Advising on optimal business structures, equity distribution, and shareholders’ agreements.

2. Contract Drafting & Legal Documentation

• • Drafting & Reviewing Contracts: Creating and reviewing vendor contracts, service agreements, employment contracts, lease agreements, and supplier contracts.
  • Legal Opinions on Business Agreements: Offering expert legal opinions to ensure contracts are legally binding and mitigate risks.
  • Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs): Preparing NDAs to protect sensitive business information.
  • Franchise & Licensing Agreements: Assisting SMEs in securing franchise and licensing deals while ensuring compliance with Bangladeshi laws.

3. Regulatory Compliance & Business Licenses

• • Compliance with Corporate Laws: Ensuring compliance with The Companies Act 1994, The Contract Act 1872, and The Partnership Act 1932.
  • Industry-Specific Licenses: Obtaining required permits for food businesses, pharmaceuticals, e-commerce, manufacturing, and financial services.
  • Bangladesh Investment Development Authority (BIDA) Compliance: Assisting with foreign investment approvals, repatriation of profits, and legal structuring for foreign investors in SMEs.
  • BOI (Board of Investment) Approvals & Licensing: Facilitating approvals for foreign and local investments in SMEs.

4. Employment & Labor Law Advisory

• • HR & Employment Contracts: Drafting employment agreements, non-compete clauses, and termination policies.
  • Labor Law Compliance: Ensuring adherence to The Bangladesh Labour Act 2006 and The Bangladesh Labour Rules 2015 regarding employee rights, wages, and benefits.
  • Workplace Policies & Employee Handbooks: Drafting workplace policies to ensure compliance with labor regulations and prevent disputes.
  • Dispute Resolution & Employee Termination: Handling employee grievances, dismissals, and retrenchments in a legally compliant manner.

5. Taxation & Financial Compliance

• • Corporate Tax Advisory: Providing guidance on income tax, VAT, and corporate tax filings in compliance with the National Board of Revenue (NBR).
  • VAT Registration & Compliance: Assisting SMEs in VAT registration and ensuring proper record-keeping for VAT compliance.
  • Tax Return Filing & Audit Support: Preparing and filing annual tax returns, financial statements, and audit reports.
  • Tax Incentives & Exemptions: Advising on tax benefits available for SMEs, including export incentives, startup tax holidays, and industry-specific exemptions.

6. Intellectual Property (IP) Protection

• • Trademark Registration: Assisting SMEs in registering brand names, logos, and trademarks with the Department of Patents, Designs, and Trademarks (DPDT).
  • Patent & Copyright Protection: Helping SMEs secure patents and copyrights for their products, designs, software, and creative works.
  • IP Infringement & Dispute Resolution: Representing businesses in IP infringement cases and protecting their intellectual property rights.

7. Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) & Litigation Support

• • Mediation & Arbitration: Offering mediation and arbitration services for commercial disputes, contract breaches, and business conflicts.
  • Debt Recovery & Legal Action: Assisting SMEs in recovering outstanding dues through legal notices, demand letters, and litigation support.
  • Business Dispute Resolution: Handling partner disputes, shareholder disagreements, and supplier contract violations through ADR or litigation.

8. Commercial & Banking Law Support

• • Loan & Debt Structuring: Assisting SMEs in securing business loans, structuring debts, and negotiating terms with banks and financial institutions.
  • Banking Agreements & Loan Documentation: Drafting loan agreements, mortgage deeds, and guarantees.
  • Foreign Exchange & International Trade Compliance: Advising SMEs engaged in import/export on Bangladesh Bank regulations, LC (Letter of Credit) processing, and cross-border payments.

9. E-Commerce & Technology Law Compliance

• • E-Commerce Business Licensing: Assisting online businesses with registration, legal compliance, and digital payment regulations.
  • Data Privacy & Cybersecurity Compliance: Advising SMEs on data protection laws, cybersecurity policies, and handling consumer data securely.
  • Online Contracts & Digital Agreements: Drafting terms of service, privacy policies, and return policies for e-commerce platforms.

10. Mergers, Acquisitions & Business Restructuring

• • Business Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A): Assisting in mergers, buyouts, and joint ventures.
  • Due Diligence & Risk Assessment: Conducting legal due diligence before mergers, acquisitions, and investments.
  • Exit Strategies & Business Dissolution: Advising on winding up businesses, bankruptcy procedures, and liquidation strategies.

11. Government & Policy Advisory

• • Government Grants & Subsidy Advisory: Helping SMEs apply for government subsidies, grants, and financial assistance programs.
  • Public-Private Partnership (PPP) Legal Support: Assisting SMEs in tender participation, project financing, and compliance with PPP laws.
  • Customs & Export Regulations Compliance: Ensuring SMEs comply with customs duty regulations, HS codes, and export-import licensing.

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