Chowdhury Sultan

Call 2009 | Barrister

About

Chowdhury Sultan is a highly experienced barrister specialising in family law, with additional expertise in immigration, crime, and civil litigation. Called to the Bar in 2009, Chowdhury brings over a decade of legal acumen to his clients, offering practical advice and solutions for complex cases. With an in-depth understanding of cultural sensitivities, particularly involving South Asian families, he ensures that these nuances are effectively conveyed to the court to achieve favourable outcomes. Known for his exceptional attention to detail and ability to prepare cases on short notice, Chowdhury consistently goes above and beyond to secure justice for his clients.

Chowdhury is also a Direct Public Access Barrister, allowing clients to work with him directly without needing a solicitor. He offers a complete service for his clients, including case preparation, conferences, drafting Position Statements or Skeleton Arguments, and ensuring the best possible outcome is achieved. Chowdhury is approachable, easy to work with, and even available for out-of-hours calls in emergencies. For Direct Public Access clients, he has extensive experience in preparing witness statements and bundling documents for court.

In addition to his professional practice, Chowdhury is a Governor of a local school and volunteers for a local charity in his free time. He enjoys travelling around the world and is a regular long-distance runner.

Before joining 3 Bolt Court Chambers, Chowdhury worked in the Administrative Law Unit, preparing cases for the United Nations Dispute Tribunal, and continues to build an international practice alongside his domestic work. He is also an Advocate of the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh.

For skilled advocacy and practical solutions in family law and beyond, Chowdhury Sultan is the barrister to turn your case around. Contact 3 Bolt Court Chambers to discuss your matter today.

Family Law Expertise

Private Law Children Matters

Chowdhury has significant experience in private law children cases, including Child Arrangements Orders, Prohibited Steps Orders, and Specific Issue Orders. He represents clients at all stages of proceedings, from First Hearing Dispute Resolution Appointments (FHDRA) to Fact-Finding and Final Hearings. Chowdhury is well-versed in cases involving complex issues such as allegations of domestic abuse, alcohol misuse, and parental alienation. He provides robust representation, ensuring that the best interests of the children are safeguarded.

Domestic Abuse and Protective Orders

Chowdhury regularly represents clients in obtaining Non-Molestation Orders and Occupation Orders under the Family Law Act 1996. His diligent preparation and effective advocacy have secured successful outcomes in numerous cases involving allegations of domestic violence. He is also experienced in transfer of tenancy applications, helping clients achieve safety and security in challenging circumstances.

Financial Proceedings

Chowdhury’s expertise extends to financial matters within family proceedings. He advises and represents clients in disputes involving property division, spousal maintenance, and financial remedies. With a practical approach to negotiation and settlement, Chowdhury ensures clients understand their rights and options, whether through direct access or professional-client instructions. His work in financial cases consistently demonstrates his ability to achieve fair and equitable resolutions.

TOLATA Cases

Chowdhury is also highly experienced in cases under the Trusts of Land and Appointment of Trustees Act 1996 (TOLATA). He represents clients in disputes over property ownership and beneficial interest, providing clear advice and strong advocacy in often contentious cases. His comprehensive understanding of property law and ability to handle complex financial issues ensures his clients receive competent and effective representation.

Immigration Law

Chowdhury is a trusted advocate in immigration matters, regularly appearing in the First-Tier and Upper Tribunals. He has successfully represented vulnerable clients, including asylum seekers, unaccompanied minors, and individuals with mental health needs. His expertise includes drafting compelling grounds for appeal, judicial review applications, and challenges involving fresh claims or indefinite leave to remain. Chowdhury’s dedication to his clients ensures thorough preparation and strong advocacy.

Civil Litigation

Chowdhury has a varied civil practice, appearing in Fast Track and Small Claims trials. He is frequently instructed in contractual disputes, road traffic accidents, and credit hire cases. Representing both claimants and defendants, Chowdhury’s meticulous case preparation and persuasive courtroom advocacy consistently deliver successful results.

Criminal Defence and Prosecution

Chowdhury acts as an Agent Prosecutor for the Crown Prosecution Service while also representing defendants in the Crown, Magistrates, and Youth Courts. His criminal practice includes trials, bail applications, sentencing hearings, and extradition matters. Chowdhury’s skill in cross-examination and understanding of criminal procedure ensures comprehensive representation.

Chowdhury studied LL.B and  LL.M in Alternative Dispute Resolution and has worked with the United Nations at their New York headquarters. He is also associated with Dr. Kamal Hossain & Associates, one of Bangladesh’s leading law firms, and has contributed to high-profile domestic and international cases.

Direct Access
As a Direct Public Access Barrister, Chowdhury works directly with clients, eliminating the need for a solicitor. This not only saves time and costs but also ensures a personalised approach to every case. He handles all aspects of the case, from conferences and drafting documents to court representation, ensuring clients feel supported throughout.

Tailored Representation
Chowdhury recognises that every case is unique and offers bespoke advice tailored to each client’s circumstances. He is committed to listening to clients, understanding their objectives, and providing practical solutions.

Cultural Understanding
With a deep understanding of South Asian cultural dynamics, Chowdhury is adept at addressing sensitive family and children issues. He explains cultural contexts to the court, ensuring these factors are appropriately considered in decision-making.

Accessible and Responsive
Chowdhury is approachable and available to assist clients at short notice, including out-of-hours in emergencies. His proactive and hands-on approach ensures that clients are well-prepared for their cases and achieve the best outcomes possible.

“I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Ms Sukainah and Mr Sultan for all the care and concern you have shown me, and for working tirelessly to ensure that the law worked in our favour. If it weren’t for your analytical skills and knowledge, the matter would take longer. Thank you once again for your legal advice, time and efforts and I hope my final hearing goes well. Yours sincerely.”

M Saoud

“I had the privilege of being represented by Chowdhury Sultan who helped me win family court and helped me get access to see my daughter after a hard 2 years I’m very thankful for his help.”

Cody Waters

Chowdhury Sultan
Year of call: 2009

Chowdhury has experience across the areas of family, immigration, crime and civil litigation. In addition to thorough cross-examination, Chowdhury’s experience in criminal and public law allows him to give practical advice and solutions in complex cases. Chowdhury has an understanding of cultural differences when it comes to family and children proceedings involving South Asian culture and is able to explain the context to the court resulting in favourable decision. Chowdhury goes the extra mile and is able to prepare a case within short notice. Chowdhury was called to the Bar in 2009. He completed LL.M in ADR before going to work with the United Nations at their Headquarters in New York. He worked in the Administrative Law Unit preparing cases for the UN Dispute Tribunal.

EXPERTS YOU CAN TRUST

EXPERIENCE & BACKGROUND

Children’s Law
  • Chowdhury has experience dealing with a range of private law matters including matters involving child Arrangements Orders and Prohibited Steps Order. He represents individuals at First Hearing Dispute Resolution Appointments, Direction Appointments, Fact-Finding Hearings and Final Hearings. Chowdhury has experience dealing with matters involving allegations of domestic abuse and alcohol misuse.
Private Family Law
  • In addition to private law children matters,  Chowdhury has experience dealing with private law family matters involving non-molestation orders, occupation orders and transfer of tenancy. Chowdhury has been involved with various fact-finding and final hearings under the Family Law Act 1996 and successfully represented his clients.
Family Proceedings:
  • Chowdhury has been working in the family proceedings in both children and financial matters. Chowdhury has knowledge of financial matters and he regularly appears in financial proceedings. Chowdhury is happy to discuss with the professional-client or the lay client on direct access basis about any case.
Civil Law
  • Chowdhury has a varied civil practice and appears in both Fast Track and Small Claims trials. Chowdhury is instructed on behalf of Claimants and Defendants in a range of matters including road traffic accidents, contractual and credit hire cases.
Immigration:
  • Chowdhury is regularly instructed to appear in the First-tier and Upper Tribunals in asylum, human rights and deportation appeals, for vulnerable adults and children. He has particular experience in representing Asylum seekers, unaccompanied asylum-seeking minors and individuals with mental health needs. Chowdhury also has good knowledge of drafting grounds and skeleton argument for Court of Appeal,  grounds for judicial review including challenges to decisions relating to fresh claims and the granting of indefinite leave to remain.
Crime:
  • Chowdhury is an Agent Prosecutor of the Crown Prosecution Service and appears for both Prosecution and defence. Chowdhury also appears in the Crown, Magistrates and Youth courts for trials, bail hearings, sentencing, traffic trial and extradition hearings.
  • Chowdhury is an Advocate of the High Court Division of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh where he regularly appears. He is an Associate with the country’s leading law firm Dr. Kamal Hossain & Associates and worked in a number of high-profile domestic and international cases. He wishes to practise cross-jurisdiction and build up an international practice.
Dear sirs, I would like to express my heartfelt gratitude to Ms Sukainah and Mr Sultan for all the care and concern you have shown me, and for working tirelessly to ensure that the law worked in our favour. If it weren’t for your analytical skills and knowledge, the matter would take longer. Thank you once again for your legal advice, time and efforts and I hope my final hearing goes well. Yours sincerely
M SAOUD