Mr. Farooq, an advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh, is an expert in corporate law and project finance. He has represented major clients, including Petrobangla and the People’s Republic of Bangladesh, in high-profile cases at the International Center for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). Having trained at the University of Oxford, he gained valuable experience working with renowned legal professionals in the UK, such as Dr. Fidelis Oditah of 3-4 South Square, Tosin Oguntayo of Hardwick Chambers, and Stephen Horan of Erskine Chambers.

Mr. Farooq began his legal education at Cardiff University, where he graduated with First-Class Honors in Law (LL.B). He then completed his postgraduate studies at Oxford. Before commencing his legal practice in Bangladesh, he taught English property law and trusts at Cardiff University and the University of Leicester.

He provides legal counsel on corporate structuring, mergers and acquisitions, international arbitration, and large-scale investment projects. Over the years, he has worked with prestigious organizations such as the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Asian Development Bank (ADB), Deutsche Investitions- und Entwicklungsgesellschaft (DEG), UNESCAP, and the Bill & Melinda Gates Foundation. His work encompasses infrastructure projects, syndicated loans, securitization, and other complex financial transactions.

In 2009, he led a study funded by the IFC on how international arbitration can enhance investment in Bangladesh. The research examined global best practices and proposed reforms to make Bangladesh a more attractive investment destination.

Mr. Farooq has also authored works on topics such as project finance, intellectual property, international arbitration, and property law. His expertise in property law, particularly in the creation and enforcement of security interests, has established him as a trusted authority in the field.

With his experience and commitment, Mr. Farooq continues to help clients solve complex legal problems while making a positive impact on Bangladesh's legal system.