Real Estate Lawyer in Bangladesh
🏢 Real Estate Lawyer in Bangladesh: Your Legal Partner in Property, Development, and Transactions
In Bangladesh, the real estate sector has seen explosive growth over the last two decades. With rapid urbanization, high-rise developments, and foreign investment entering the market, the legal landscape surrounding real estate has become increasingly complex. Whether you’re purchasing land, investing in an apartment, developing a commercial complex, or involved in a joint venture, navigating this sector requires expert legal counsel.
That’s where a qualified real estate lawyer comes in. At TRW Law Firm, we specialize in delivering end-to-end legal services in the real estate industry. This article will explore the core responsibilities of a real estate lawyer, types of transactions and disputes we handle, and how TRW protects your real estate interests at every step.
🧑⚖️ Who Is a Real Estate Lawyer?
A real estate lawyer is a legal professional who provides counsel on matters related to land, property, development, construction, leasing, and property disputes. Their primary role is to safeguard the client’s interests—whether buyer, seller, developer, investor, or tenant—through documentation, due diligence, regulatory compliance, and litigation.
🏘️ Who Needs a Real Estate Lawyer?
You may need a real estate lawyer if you are:
Buying or selling land, flats, or commercial property
A real estate developer entering into a joint venture
Leasing property to or from a third party
Facing delays in handover or possession of flats
A foreign investor acquiring property in Bangladesh
Facing construction delays, non-compliance, or legal claims
Seeking land use or building permission from RAJUK/CDA/KDA
🏗️ Services Provided by TRW’s Real Estate Lawyers
| Service Category | Specific Services |
|---|---|
| ✅ Legal Due Diligence | Title search, chain of ownership, land record verification |
| ✅ Agreement Drafting | Sale agreements, JV contracts, lease deeds, construction contracts |
| ✅ Regulatory Compliance | RAJUK/CDA/KDA approval, occupancy certificate, NOC assistance |
| ✅ Construction Law | Contractor disputes, timeline breaches, cost escalation |
| ✅ Real Estate Litigation | Disputes over handover, fraud, encroachment, breach of contract |
| ✅ Apartment Ownership & Registration | Flat transfer, registration, association formation |
| ✅ Arbitration & Mediation | Alternative dispute resolution between developers and buyers |
📜 Key Real Estate Laws in Bangladesh
TRW Law Firm works under the following laws and regulations:
| Law | Application |
|---|---|
| ✅ Transfer of Property Act, 1882 | Governs sale, lease, gift, and exchange of property |
| ✅ Registration Act, 1908 | Mandates registration of property transactions |
| ✅ Real Estate Development & Management Act (Proposed) | Regulates the developer-buyer relationship |
| ✅ Apartment Ownership Act, 2010 | Applies to flat purchase, co-ownership, and association rights |
| ✅ Building Construction Act, 1952 | Requires prior approval from relevant authorities |
| ✅ Penal Code, 1860 | Addresses fraud, forgery, criminal trespass |
| ✅ Contract Act, 1872 | Governs agreements related to construction, purchase, and leasing |
🧾 Essential Documents Reviewed by a Real Estate Lawyer
TRW’s real estate lawyers conduct a comprehensive document review to ensure:
Clear and unencumbered title
Valid land registration
Mutation and record of rights (Khatian, Mouza Map)
Approved building plan
Deed of agreement between buyer and developer
Land use clearance or change of use permission
RAJUK/CDA/NOC, occupancy certificate
Utility connection approvals (gas, water, electricity)
🛠️ Real Estate Transactions: How We Add Value
1. Buying Property
Title due diligence
Sale agreement drafting
Deed registration
Mutation and khatian update
2. Developing Projects
Drafting Joint Venture Agreements
Landowner-developer contracts
Regulatory compliance (RAJUK, building plan approval)
Handling disputes with contractors
3. Flat Buyers’ Protection
Vetting Developer’s Registration, land rights, project approvals
Ensuring contractual clauses cover delivery timeline, compensation, etc.
Filing legal cases for non-delivery or fraud
4. Leasing and Commercial Tenancy
Drafting lease agreements
Stamp duty compliance
Termination clauses, eviction protection
🛡️ Common Real Estate Disputes Handled by TRW
| Type of Dispute | Description |
|---|---|
| ❌ Title Disputes | Multiple claimants to the same property |
| ❌ Developer Default | Delayed handover, misappropriation of funds |
| ❌ Fraudulent Sale | One property sold to multiple buyers |
| ❌ Construction Defects | Poor quality, deviation from plan |
| ❌ Lease Breaches | Eviction without notice or illegal rent hikes |
| ❌ Flat Association Conflicts | Disputes over maintenance fees, voting rights |
| ❌ RAJUK Violation | Unauthorized building construction or lack of approvals |
🧠 TRW’s Real Estate Legal Strategy
Phase 1: Legal Risk Assessment
We analyze your transaction or dispute to identify legal risks, documentation gaps, and exposure.
Phase 2: Action Planning
We recommend strategic steps: legal notices, court injunctions, registration, or regularization.
Phase 3: Execution
Our team handles registration, drafting, mutation, filing suits, or defending in litigation.
Phase 4: Resolution
We either obtain court relief (e.g., possession orders) or pursue settlement through arbitration.
🧾 TRW Case Study: Apartment Fraud by Developer
Case: 40 buyers booked flats in a residential project. The developer sold the same flats to multiple people and delayed construction.
TRW’s Legal Response:
Filed injunction to stop further sales
Filed fraud and specific performance cases
Assisted in forming a buyers’ association
Negotiated settlement and refund for aggrieved buyers
🧾 TRW Case Study: Land Acquisition for Commercial Tower
Case: Our client, a commercial builder, needed legal support to acquire 12 contiguous plots in Tejgaon for a high-rise.
TRW’s Role:
Verified 12 separate landowners’ title chains
Executed coordinated sale agreements
Applied for land-use change permission
Completed mutation and RAJUK clearance within 60 days
📊 Summary Table: Why You Need a Real Estate Lawyer
| Activity | Risk Without Lawyer | TRW’s Legal Support |
|---|---|---|
| Buying Land/Flat | Fake title, forged deed | Title search, document vetting |
| Sale Agreement | Missing clauses | Contract drafting, negotiation |
| Developer Deal | Unfair terms | JV agreement, NOC review |
| Construction | Delay, quality issues | Builder contract & litigation |
| Leasing | Eviction, rent hikes | Secure lease & terms |
| Apartment Handover | Incomplete handover | Legal notice, possession suit |
🌍 Foreign Clients: Investing in Bangladesh Real Estate
TRW Law Firm regularly assists:
NRBs (Non-Resident Bangladeshis) purchasing land or flats
Foreign companies setting up liaison offices with commercial leases
Investors acquiring shares in Bangladeshi developer companies
Clients seeking land for industrial use under BEPZA/Hi-Tech Park
We facilitate:
FDI clearance from BIDA
Land acquisition due diligence
Joint Venture structuring
Tax and repatriation guidance
📞 Contact TRW Law Firm
If you’re buying, selling, building, or disputing over property—speak to a TRW real estate lawyer today.
Call Us:
📱 +8801708000660
📱 +8801847220062
📱 +8801708080817
Email:
📧 info@trfirm.com
📧 info@trwbd.com
📧 info@tahmidur.com
Offices:
📍 Dhaka: House 410, Road 29, Mohakhali DOHS
📍 Dubai: Rolex Building, L-12 Sheikh Zayed Road
🏁 Conclusion
Whether you are an individual homebuyer or a multinational developer, the complexity of real estate law in Bangladesh makes legal guidance essential. TRW Law Firm ensures your interests are protected through airtight contracts, verified documents, strong litigation support, and unmatched experience.
TRW Law Firm—your trusted legal partner for all things property, land, and development in Bangladesh.
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