Biography

Md. Fahmedul Islam Dewan is an alumnus of the DLA Piper Global Scholarship Programme (GSP) and a Cohort-03 Fellow Scholar (2020-2022). He was one of the global recipients of the DLA Piper GSP Award 2020, an honor that recognizes exceptional academic merit and leadership potential.  He completed both his LL.B. (Magna Cum Laude) and LL.M. in International Commercial Law at North South University (NSU). During his academic tenure, he held the distinguished position of General Secretary of the NSU Law & Mooting Society (NSULMS), reflecting his commitment to academic excellence, leadership, and advocacy.

In 2022, he completed a one-month internship with DLA Piper, London (Tax Department), followed by leadership training at the Saïd Business School, University of Oxford, sponsored by DLA Piper. His international exposure also includes virtual internships under DLA Piper Africa and the DLA Piper GSP Virtual Internship initiative.

Career

• Administrative and Institutional Responsibilities

Md. Fahmedul Islam Dewan is actively involved in multiple academic and co-curricular committees within the Faculty of Law, contributing to the university’s academic excellence, quality assurance, and student development. 

Current Institutional Roles:

• Member, BAC Committee: Participates in academic policy review, compliance, and governance within the Faculty of Law.
• Member, IQAC Committee: Contributes to internal quality assurance, curriculum evaluation, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Member, Research, Seminar, Workshop & Publication Committee: Engages in organizing academic seminars and research symposiums and facilitating publication initiatives.
• Member Law Magazine & Newsletter: Oversees the editorial process, publication quality, and thematic direction of the faculty’s academic magazine and newsletter.
• Member, Events Committee: Assists in planning and executing institutional and departmental events to enhance academic engagement.
• Member, Sports & Cultural Committee: Supports extracurricular and cultural programs fostering student welfare and holistic development.

Previous Experience

• Teaching Assistant, Department of Law, North South University
• Research Assistant to Dr. Md. Rizwanul Islam, North South University
• Intern, DLA Piper LLP (London), Tax Department (2022)
• Mentor, DLA Piper GSP Peer-to-Peer Mentorship Programme (2023)
• Adviser, BD Opinion Juris (2024 - 2025)

Research and Publications

Md. Fahmedul Islam Dewan is an emerging legal scholar with an expanding portfolio of peer-reviewed publications, academic essays, and editorial contributions. He has authored three peer-reviewed journal articles, with several additional manuscripts currently under review in international journals. Alongside his academic research, he has published over 50 opinion pieces in national newspapers and law magazines, reflecting his engagement with pressing socio-legal and human rights issues. He has also contributed analytical essays to Progress Magazine and other legal periodicals, focusing on topics such as labour reform, human rights, and environmental justice.

Research focus areas include:

• Labour Law and Industrial Relations
• International Humanitarian Law
• Comparative and Transnational Law
• Human Rights and Legal Reform
• Corporate and Commercial Law
• Legal Education and Policy Development

Awards and Recognitions

• DLA Piper Global Scholarship Award 2020- International award for academic excellence and leadership potential.
• Leadership Training, Saïd Business School (University of Oxford)- Sponsored participant under the DLA Piper Global Scholarship Program.
• Magna Cum Laude Distinction, North South University- Awarded for outstanding performance in LL.B.

Research and Career Philosophy

Md. Fahmedul Islam Dewan believes that law is a powerful force for justice and social transformation. He is deeply committed to being the “Voice of the Voiceless,” advocating for fairness, equality, and the protection of human rights. His work is guided by the principles of integrity, compassion, and accountability, with the aim of ensuring that the law serves humanity with purpose and dignity.

Education/Academic Qualification

External positions

Internee, DLA Piper, Tax Department, London, United Kingdom
2022 → 2022

Mentor, DLA Piper GSP Peer to Peer Mentorship Program
2023

Adviser , BD Opinion Juris
2024 → 2025

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