Mr. Mohammed Forrukh Rahman is a leading dispute resolution expert with a distinguished career. Admitted 1 to Lincoln’s Inn and the Bangladesh Supreme Court, Appellate Division he possesses deep legal expertise. Renowned as an arbitrator and international arbitration practitioner, his practice covers arbitration, litigation, and mediation. Specializing in construction, energy, shipping, aviation and commercial disputes, he handles complex cross-border matters including international law. His expertise extends to trade, customs, and M& A disputes. His leadership in the field is underscored by his inclusion on the panels or list of prestigious institutions such as the SIAC, SCMA, SARCO and his active membership in the ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR and LMAA.
A recognized authority in dispute resolution, Mr. Rahman holds esteemed fellowship in the Hong Kong Institute of Arbitrators, membership in the Chartered Institute of Arbitrators, and the Singapore Institute of Arbitrators. His appointment as a panel arbitrator for the SCMA, SAARC Arbitration Council (2019-2025) and the Shenzhen Court of International Arbitration, coupled with his CEDR (UK) Accredited Mediator status, underscores his proficiency in alternative dispute resolution. In January 2026, Mr. Rahman was appointed to the SIAC List of Rising Arbitrators by the Singapore International Arbitration Centre. This appointment recognizes his expertise in international dispute resolution and qualifies him for appointment by the SIAC Registrar in complex cross-border commercial and construction disputes. He is one of the few Bangladeshi practitioners formally listed by SIAC, complementing his existing status as a Panel Arbitrator for the Singapore Chamber of Maritime Arbitration (SCMA).
Mohammed Forrukh Rahman holds the distinguished credential of Delegate to the ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR, a position he has served in since 2022. This role places him at the forefront of global dispute resolution alongside the world’s leading practitioners and scholars. The Commission is globally recognized for its unrivalled authority and historical impact, most notably for preparing the original draft of the New York Convention, the seminal treaty governing the enforcement of international arbitration awards. Mr. Rahman’s ongoing work with this body underscores his deep expertise and active engagement in shaping the framework of modern international arbitration.
With a distinguished career spanning two decades, Mr. Rahman has specialized in dispute resolution, shipping, and cross-border legal matters. As the founding Head of Chambers and Managing Head of Rahman’s Chambers, he has successfully cultivated significant growth within the firm’s Dispute Resolution, Shipping covering commercial, aviation works, and International divisions covering international arbitration, international law, environmental, IP and IT works. His prior experience, including pupillage under Mr. Ajmalul Hossain KC, an international arbitration practitioner, working for A Hossain & Associates, roles at Power Cell and Bangladesh Bank, and contributions to Lee, Khan & Partners, has fortified his legal acumen and laid a solid foundation for his career.
Mr. Rahman has a proven track record of representing clients in high-stakes litigation and arbitration proceedings. His experience encompasses a wide range of complex legal matters, including those involving international commercial disputes covering aviation, customs, construction covering power & energy, company, employment, shipping and trade. Notably, he has argued before the courts in numerous significant cases and has served as an arbitrator in domestic disputes. Furthermore, Mr. Rahman has acted as a coarbitrator in local arbitration, local counsel and lead legal counsel in a number of international arbitration proceedings involving matters and parties unrelated to Bangladesh, demonstrating his expertise in crossborder dispute resolution and his ability to navigate the intricacies of international legal frameworks.
Mr. Rahman’s active engagement as a delegate in the ICC Commission on Arbitration and ADR and as a 2 supporting member of LMAA further demonstrates his commitment to advancing the field of dispute resolution. His exceptional qualifications, extensive experience, and proven track record render him a highly respected figure in the legal community.