Executive Committee

Sharmin Sultana Moushumi

Executive Member, ORCaB · Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh

Executive Member

Sharmin Sultana Moushumi

Sharmin Sultana Moushumi is an Advocate of the Supreme Court of Bangladesh, a labour law specialist, and a human rights advocate with extensive experience in labour justice, workers’ rights, legal aid, corporate legal advisory, and public interest litigation. She currently serves as the Vice President of the Labour Court Bar Association for the 2026–2027 term and as an Executive Member of ORCaB.

2009
Enrolled as Advocate
17+
Years in Practice
6
Current Positions

Professional Profile

Since her enrolment as an Advocate in 2009, she has developed substantial experience representing workers, advising employers and organisations on labour law compliance, conducting legal research, drafting legal documents, and appearing before the Labour Court, Labour Appellate Tribunal, and the Supreme Court of Bangladesh.

Her professional work includes collaboration with legal aid institutions, national and international organisations, and labour rights initiatives. She has contributed to discussions on labour law reform, trade union rights, workplace equality, prevention of sexual harassment, and access to justice for disadvantaged communities. She is also experienced in delivering training sessions, facilitating professional dialogue, and raising awareness of labour rights and human rights.

Current Positions

  • Vice President, Labour Court Bar Association (2026–2027)
  • Executive Member, ORCaB
  • Advocate, Supreme Court of Bangladesh
  • Panel Lawyer, Bangladesh Legal Aid and Services Trust (BLAST)
  • Panel Lawyer, Labour Legal Aid Cell, National Legal Aid Services
  • Legal Adviser, Kazi Enterprise

Career Journey

  1. Jurists’ Consortium
    2009–Present

    Advocate

    • Provides legal advice, representation, and litigation support in labour, civil, administrative, commercial, corporate, and family law matters.
    • Conducts legal research, prepares pleadings and legal opinions, and represents clients before competent courts and tribunals.
    • Advises clients on legal compliance, dispute resolution, and the protection of their legal rights and interests.
  2. Labour Legal Aid Cell — National Legal Aid Services
    2014–Present

    Panel Lawyer

    • Represents workers and clients in labour disputes before Labour Courts and the Labour Appellate Tribunal.
    • Advises clients on remedies available under Bangladesh labour legislation.
    • Supports access to justice through legal counselling, dispute resolution, and court representation.
  3. Bangladesh Legal Aid and Services Trust (BLAST)
    2018–Present

    Panel Lawyer

    • Provides legal assistance in labour law matters and represents clients in court proceedings.
    • Prepares legal documents, examines evidence, and maintains professional confidentiality.
    • Participates in legal aid activities and initiatives supporting vulnerable workers and disadvantaged communities.
  4. Legal Help Squad
    2019–Present

    Lawyer

    • Handles labour, family, and administrative law matters.
    • Provides legal counselling, litigation support, and dispute resolution services.

Areas of Expertise

Labour Law and Workers’ Rights

  • Bangladesh Labour Act, 2006, and relevant labour rules and regulations
  • Labour disputes, wage claims, employment benefits, termination, and compensation
  • Trade union registration, trade union elections, and workers’ collective rights
  • Labour law compliance, workplace policies, and industrial relations
  • Legal support and capacity-building for workers and employers

Human Rights and Gender Equality

  • Access to justice and legal aid for disadvantaged communities
  • Women workers’ rights and protection against workplace sexual harassment
  • Workplace equality, dignity, and non-discrimination
  • Legal awareness and protection of vulnerable workers

Litigation and Advisory Practice

  • Supreme Court and High Court Division litigation, including writ petitions

Role at ORCaB

As an Executive Member of ORCaB, she brings her expertise in law, compliance, and access to justice to the organisation, supporting its governance and its mission of building a climate-resilient, net-zero Bangladesh.