Arefin Khan

Arefin Ashraf Khan is a Barrister-at-Law of Lincoln’s Inn and an Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh, serving as a Senior Partner at Stellar Chambers, one of the country’s forward-thinking and commercially focused law practices. With over 13 years of experience, he plays a pivotal role in shaping the firm’s corporate, commercial, dispute resolution, and foreign investment capabilities.

At Stellar Chambers, Arefin leads on complex cross-border transactions, high-value mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, and regulatory compliance matters, advising multinational corporations, leading business groups, INGOs, and high-net-worth individuals. He is also a key figure in the firm’s litigation and arbitration practice, representing clients before the courts of Bangladesh in company law disputes, writ petitions, admiralty matters, shareholder conflicts, constitutional challenges, property disputes, customs issues, and more. His work extends to both domestic and international arbitration, where he has successfully handled major commercial claims.

Arefin is recognized within the firm for his strategic thinking, meticulous case preparation, and ability to translate complex legal issues into clear, actionable solutions. His collaborative approach has enabled Stellar Chambers to build strong international connections, including work with firms such as DLA Piper, Luthra & Luthra, Amarchand Mangaldas, Fox Mandal, and others, strengthening the firm’s cross-border reach.

His contributions to the profession have earned him multiple distinctions, including:

• Best Commercial Dispute Lawyer (2022 & 2023) – Global Business Awards
• “Up and Coming Lawyer” for Dispute Resolution (2024) – Chambers & Partners Asia-Pacific
• Leading Lawyer of the Year (2023–24) – IFLR1000
• Notable Practitioner – IFLR1000

Arefin’s leadership at Stellar Chambers has been instrumental in achieving a 90% success rate in high-profile litigation and advising on mergers exceeding USD 500 million, solidifying both his and the firm’s reputation for excellence, reliability, and commercial insight.

Through his blend of courtroom advocacy, transactional expertise, and business-oriented advisory work, Arefin helps position Stellar Chambers as a trusted legal partner for local and international clients navigating Bangladesh’s complex regulatory and commercial environment.