Trade Marks and Copyright 2026

BANGLADESH Law and Practice Contributed by: A B M Shamsud Doulah, Rajin Ahmed and A B M Sohailud Doulah, Doulah & Doulah

Doulah & Doulah has been a dominant presence in Bangladesh’s intellectual property (IP) law scene since 1965. The firm has unparalleled expertise in protecting and enforcing IP rights, collaborating with leading international firms on complex matters. Doulah & Doulah’s seasoned IP lawyers navigate the ever-evolving business landscape, offering innova - tive solutions amidst technological advancements, government regulations and competitive pressures. Their deep understanding of various industries is re - flected in their successful track record, contributing

significantly to shaping Bangladesh’s IP laws and en - forcement mechanisms. From trade mark registration and patent prosecution to copyright protection and IP rights enforcement, their lawyers adopt a commer - cial perspective, crafting tailored solutions to meet specific client needs. Doulah & Doulah’s culture of excellence, depth of experience, and diverse exper - tise ensures that clients receive top-tier service. The firm’s dedication goes beyond Bangladesh, ensuring the protection and enhancement of clients’ IP assets on a global scale. expertise ranges from trade mark filing and litigation to clearance, prosecution and strategic business advice. Recognised as one of Bangladesh’s foremost IP attorneys, Rajin specialises in IP and commercial litigation, and offers strategic counsel in global brand procurement and enforcement across diverse industries. He adeptly negotiates IP analysis, IP rights development, franchising and agreements, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of legal particulars.

Authors

A B M Shamsud Doulah is the managing partner and leader of the intellectual property (IP) and business division at Doulah & Doulah. He boasts a distinguished academic background with degrees from

Harvard University, among others. He specialises in advising and representing clients across various domains of IP, particularly in trade mark and copyright law. His expertise spans litigation, clearance, prosecution, business strategies, marketing insights and commercialisation efforts. Recognised as one of Bangladesh’s premier IP attorneys, Shamsud Doulah has dedicated his career to advancing monetisation strategies, refining advertising returns, establishing industry-specific expertise within the firm, collaborating with clients’ R&D teams for product innovation, and personally developing product prototypes.

A B M Sohailud Doulah is a partner at Doulah & Doulah who brings a unique blend of technical and legal expertise to the firm. With a rich educational background encompassing degrees in textile and

apparel engineering in addition to an LLM, Sohailud has dedicated over 16 years to the firm. His practice focuses on the intersection of intellectual property and industry-specific regulation, leveraging his engineering insights to offer unparalleled legal advice. Renowned for his strategic approach to legal protection, Sohailud’s work supports clients through comprehensive legal and technical challenges, ensuring that their innovations are securely managed and effectively commercialised.

Rajin Ahmed is an associate and leader of the intellectual property (IP)

division at Doulah & Doulah, and holds a distinguished academic background with a PhD fellowship. With nearly 15 years of experience, he excels in representing clients in various facets of IP, focusing on trade mark and copyright law. His

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