Md. Maraz Miah

Area of Study

Md Maraz Miah is an academic and legal practitioner. He currently serves as a Lecturer in the Department of Law at Leading University, Sylhet, where he also holds administrative responsibilities as well. Beyond academia, he is a practicing Advocate enrolled with the Dhaka Bar Association.

​Mr. Maraz earned both his Bachelor of Laws (LL.B. Hons.) and Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Law from the University of Dhaka. His academic journey is marked by a deep commitment to legal research, evidenced by his published work and his postgraduate thesis, which critically assessed the legal frameworks for protecting socio-economic rights during armed conflicts.

​Research Interests

• ​Public International Law & International Humanitarian Law
• ​Muslim Personal Law
• ​Criminal Law and Justice
• ​International Human Rights Law
• ​Intellectual Property Law

​Academic Publications

​Books:

• ​A Handbook on Muslim Law (1st Edition). Dhaka: University Publication, 2026. ISBN: 978-984-33-3528-9.

​Theses:

• ​Legal Framework for the Protection of Economic, Social and Cultural Rights in Armed Conflicts: A Critical Assessment (LL.M. Thesis, University of Dhaka).

​Courses Taught

​Undergraduate (LL.B.):

• ​Corporate Law
• Law of Transfer of Property and Registration
• Law of Contract
• Law of Crimes Part - I
• Labour Laws of Bangladesh
• ​Public International Law (Part II)
• ​Muslim Law
• ​Professional Practices and Ethics

​Postgraduate (LL.M.):

• ​Principles of Civil Litigation

​Professional Certifications & Training

• Foundation Training – Organized by Institutional Quality Assurance Cell (IQAC), Leading University (30-01-2026)
• ​Refugee Law & Protection: Certificate Course by UNHCR & University of Dhaka (2023).
• ​Muslim Law of Inheritance: Specialized training conducted by Prof. Muhammad Ekramul Haque, University of Dhaka.
• ​Digital Evidence: Symposium on "Amending the Evidence Act & Admissibility of Digital Evidence" (US Department of Justice - OPDAT).

​Academic & Community Engagement

​Mr. Maraz is actively involved in clinical legal education, having served as a Judge for the 1st Intra-Department Moot Court Competition (2025) at Leading University. He is also a dedicated leader in student welfare, previously serving as the Joint Secretary of the Dhakasto Sakhipur Thana Student Association.