Indonesia (asialaw)

ADCO Attorneys at Law is a full-service law firm based in Jakarta, Indonesia. The firm is best known for its work in the banking and finance, corporate and M&A, construction and dispute resolution practice areas. In addition, the firm has a strong litigation team consisting of both pure litigation lawyers and litigation lawyers who are also trained in corporate and commercial matters. Dendi Adisuryo is a key contact.

AHRP Law Firm has extensive experience in corporate and M&A, construction and capital markets for multinational and domestic companies. The firm is active in several sectors including energy, aviation and shipping. Abdul Haris Muhammad Rum and Irawady Azwar are key contacts at the firm.

Founded in 1965, Am Badar & Am Badar is one of the oldest intellectual property firms in Indonesia. With decades of experience, the firm represents and services an extensive range of clients in both domestic and international markets. The firm capably handles patent, trademark and copyright matters as well as IP litigation and disputes, and includes services such as research, document draughting, contract negotiation, representation in court, and legal consultation. The firm is headed by managing partner Nadia Ambadar, who is a key contact. 

Aninda Wardhana and Partners, a member of Topwe Law Firm, was established to offer comprehensive legal services in Indonesia, focusing on energy, dispute resolution, and corporate matters. The firm is recognised for its strong expertise in navigating complex legal challenges, especially in the energy sector, where it has successfully represented major clients, including state-owned companies. Partner Tubagus Wahyu is the key contact. 

Established in the mid-1990s, Armand Yapsunto Muharamsyah & Partners (AYMP) is one of Indonesia’s premier law firms. It serves a wide range of areas, including banking and finance, capital markets, corporate and M&A, dispute resolution and intellectual property. Managing partner Arie Armand is a key contact.

Aided by Rajah & Tann’s regional network, Assegaf Hamzah & Partners is a leading force in transactional work, including banking and finance, capital markets, and corporate and M&A work. Since the firm’s inception in 2001, Assegaf Hamzah & Partners has continued to expand and deliver top-tier law services to international and local clients and takes pride in its team’s knowledge and expertise across various practice areas and industry sectors. With a team of 34 partners, the firm has firmly established itself as both a local and regional force, capable of offering cross-border solutions to its clients. Its dispute resolution practice, co-headed by Eri Hertiawan and Chandra Hamzah, is especially acclaimed. Ahmad Fikri Assegaf is a key contact.

Established in 2004, AZP Legal Consultants has extensive experience in handling corporate legal matters for both foreign and domestic companies. The firm’s key practice areas include corporate and M&A, capital markets, restructuring and insolvency, and intellectual property. Senior partner Endang Setyowati is a key contact, as well as partners Sri Nurhayati Ibrahim and Timmy Trihartama, who joined in 2021.

Azwar Hadisupani Rum & Partners (AHRP) Law Firm has a legal practice renowned for its expertise in various sectors, including banking, finance, construction and dispute resolution. In particular, it is hailed for its experience in large-scale projects and regulatory compliance. The firm’s key individuals include senior partner and banking specialise Abdul Haris Rum and managing partner Irawady Azwar, who focuses on corporate law and regulatory issues. Junior partners like M. Fadra Heryndra and Aryangga Febrianto also contribute significantly, bringing fresh perspectives in corporate and construction law. 

Boutique law firm Bagus Enrico & Partners prides itself on a reputation built on client service, provided to domestic and international clients alike. It is recognised for its expertise in various practice areas, including construction, infrastructure, real estate and technology. Key individuals include managing partner Bagus Nur Buwono, who specialises in corporate law, M&A, and dispute resolution, partner and corporate and IT and telecoms specialist Enrico Iskandar, and Jeany Tabita, a junior partner with expertise in fintech and real estate.

Budiarto Law Partnership specialises in various practice areas including corporate law, banking and finance, and capital markets. The firm is recognised for its strong expertise in handling complex transactions, particularly in the energy and natural resources sectors. The main contact at the firm is managing partner Widjojo Budiarto, a banking and finance specialist who has significant experience in guiding major financial transactions. The firm is particularly noted for its capability in cross-border financing and regulatory compliance. 

Led by reputable litigator Tony Budidjaja, independent full-service firm Budidjaja International Lawyers provides solutions for clients in every type of commercial dispute. Best known for its commercial litigation work, the firm also offers a range of contentious-matter support to diverse sectors and practice areas, including bankruptcy and restructuring.

Consulthink, a member firm of WTS Global, operates in Indonesia and is recognised for its expertise in tax and transfer pricing. The firm is known for navigating complex tax issues and providing practical solutions tailored to the challenging Indonesian tax environment. Key individuals include Tomy Harsono, a partner specialising in general tax advisory; Lidya Irawan, a director with expertise in tax dispute resolution and transfer pricing; and Andy Irawan, a manager focused on tax compliance. 

Boutique law firm Dewi Djalal & Partners Law Office specialises in general corporate matters and commercial transactions. Its expertise lies in sectors such as shipping, infrastructure and insurance. Dewi Lestari Djalal and Indra Ramadhona Sarumpaet are key contacts.

Client feedback

“They are proactive, responsive and supportive in terms of doing their service.” – Corporate and M&A

“DDP prioritised our corporate needs by forming a distinctive team focusing on corporate legal needs. Their team consisted of lawyers and professionals that offered innovative solutions to our legal issue.” – Restructuring and insolvency

“Provides great advice.” – Restructuring and insolvency

Dewi Djalal

“She is young yet an experienced and talented professional. She handles our case with trustworthiness.”

Fatchur Geigy

“Provides great advice.”

Indra Ramadhona Sarumpaet

“His knowledge of the retail sector is admirable. He can provide the best advice in accordance with the topic that he handles.”

Previously known as Nasoetion & Atyanto, boutique firm Genio Atyanto & Partners is best known for its expertise in various legal practice areas including corporate law, mergers and acquisitions, and banking and finance. The team has a solid track record leading transactions across sectors such as aviation, fintech, mining, oil and gas, energy, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing and consumer goods. Corporate specialist Genio Atyanto is the key contact. Banking specialist Desi Dwitiasrini and partner Riandi Apriliansyah are other notable figures.  

H&A Partners in association with Anderson Mori & Tomotsune, is a rapidly growing law firm recognised for its expertise in M&A, banking, project development and real estate. Established in May 2020, the firm has quickly gained a reputation for handling complex transactions thanks to its strong association with AM&T, one of Japan's largest law firms. This partnership enables H&A to leverage extensive regional networks, making it well-equipped to manage cross-border deals. Managing partner Steffen Hadi specialises in M&A, banking and real estate. 

Dentons-affiliated Hanafiah Ponggawa & Partners, one of the five biggest full-service law firms in Indonesia, is particularly strong in corporate law and dispute resolution in the aviation, real estate, energy, and technology and telecommunications sectors. The firm combines deep local knowledge with international standards through the Dentons platform, allowing clients access to a global network. Al Hakim Hanafiah, Fabiola Hutagalung, Erwin Kurnia, Linna Simamora, Gading Sanyjaya and Maurice Situmorang are key figures. 

Hartamulya Andryanus & Siahaan is a prominent Indonesian law firm recognised for its expertise in dispute resolution. The firm excels in navigating complex legal challenges, particularly in commercial disputes and regulatory matters. Led by key partners such as Rio Andre Siahaan, who specialises in commercial transactions and dispute resolution, the firm has built a solid reputation for effectively representing clients across various sectors, including banking, energy and environmental law. 

Hiswara Bunjamin & Tandjung is recognised as one of the leading law firms in Indonesia. With one of the largest dedicated projects and energy teams focused on the country, the firm has deep relationships with major Indonesian and international companies in the mining, oil and gas, power and infrastructure sectors. Tjahjadi Bunjamin is a key contact.

Led by famed litigator Hotman Paris, Hotman Paris & Partners is a boutique law firm that focuses solely on dispute resolution. Paris has been involved in numerous landmark commercial litigation cases in Indonesia. With his experience as one of the leading bankruptcy lawyers, the firm excels in insolvency disputes and has assisted both government and private sector clients in debt restructuring and other commercial disputes.

IGNOS Law Alliance is a prominent law firm in Indonesia, recognised for its expertise in multiple practice areas, including dispute resolution, employment, real estate and technology. The firm is notably experienced in handling complex litigations and providing a range of comprehensive legal services ranging from corporate transactions to regulatory compliance. The key contacts include managing partner Ivor Pasaribu and dispute resolution expert Handy Samot. 

IKRA is recognised for its expertise in banking and finance, particularly in the aviation sector. It is best known for its robust representation in aircraft leasing and financing. The firm had a strong track record of navigating the complexities of international aviation law and has built strong relationships with various stakeholders in this niche market. Patron Hara and Muhammad Ikhsan are notable partners.  

IP boutique firm Iman Sjahputra & Partners is known for its deep expertise and comprehensive approach in managing complex trademark, copyright and patent issues. Its client portfolio consists of a number of multinational and major domestic corporations. The key firm contacts are managing partner Iman Sjahputra and partner Willy Isananda Tunggal. 

IMCOLaw, formerly known as Imran Muntaz & Co, is a law firm that focuses on a variety of corporate transactions, especially in practice areas such as banking and finance, corporate and M&A, capital markets and commercial disputes. The firm’s capital markets practice is particularly noteworthy. Key individuals include Imran Muntaz, a partner specialising in capital markets and corporate law; Michael Bangun, who focuses on capital markets and corporate M&A; and Agniya Anggraeni, a partner well-versed in banking and finance. 

IP boutique Inter Patent Office offers both contentious and non-contentious intellectual property services, with a particular focus on trademark management work. The firm is frequently entrusted by clients in the pharmaceuticals, consumer goods, financial services and manufacturing sectors to manage their trademark portfolios. In the past year, trademark management portfolio instructions have been the firm’s most significant activity. Hendra Widjaya and Anny Gunadi are key partners.

Karna Partnership, in association with Withers, is a robust law firm that is active in various practice areas, notably banking and finance, capital markets, corporate and M&A, restructuring and insolvency, and dispute resolution. The firm’s affiliation with Withers allows it to integrate local insights with international standards leveraging deep industry knowledge and a robust network of connections. The main contacts are managing partner Rizki Dwianda Rildo, Alvin Suryohadiprojo and Fitriyani Muharam Utama.

Real estate boutique Leks & Co has one of the largest real-estate practices in Indonesia. The firm also prides itself on its construction, corporate and M&A, and dispute resolution expertise. One of the firm’s key strengths is its in-depth knowledge of Indonesian property laws, which allows its lawyers to advise clients on matters such as land acquisition, zoning regulations, and environmental considerations. They routinely assist developers and investors in structuring transactions to maximise value while minimising legal risks. The firm has successfully represented clients in high-profile real-estate disputes and has handled cases involving unlawful acts related to construction contracts. Additionally, the lawyers are skilled at draughting and negotiating various real estate contracts, including lease agreements, purchase agreements, and joint venture arrangements. The main contact is managing partner Eddy Leks. 

Client feedback 

LHBM Counsel primarily focuses on corporate and M&A, construction and infrastructure. Rio Lassatrio, Alexander Hutauruk and Heru Muzaki are key partners.

Established in 1993, Makes & Partners strives to provide high-quality services to Indonesian and international clients. The firm is actively involved in several high-profile capital markets, banking and finance, corporate and M&A, restructuring and insolvency, real estate, startups, fintech and divestments transactions. Fransisca S.H. is a key contact.

Based in Surabaya, East Java, Markus Sajogo & Associates is a full-service law firm that focuses on both corporate and commercial matters. The firm is capable of handling matters not only within the jurisdiction but also on cross-border transactions, representing major national and international corporations. Its core practice areas include M&A, dispute resolution and intellectual property. Managing partner and corporate specialist Eleazar Leslie Sajogo is a key contact, as is disputes partner Anita Mihardja and IP expert Gabriella Lienardo. 

NARA Law, in association with GRATA International, is a law firm renowned for its expertise in intellectual property. The firm excels in navigating complex IP disputes, particularly in the technology sector. Managing partner and IP specialist Narendra Tarigan is the key contact. The firm is best known for its proactive approach to protecting software rights, representing global companies like Dassault Systèmes. 

Established in 2013 by Nadia Nasoetion and Genio Atyanto, boutique firm Nasoetion & Atyanto is best known for its corporate law practice in Indonesia. The team is experienced in sectors such as fintech, mining, oil and gas, energy, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing and consumer goods. Key contacts are Genio Atyanto and Nadia Nasoetion.

Nurjadin Sumono Mulyadi & Partners specialises in banking, disputes and labour matters. The firm has now developed a legal practice that provides premium representation for clients, covering areas from corporate and commercial law, banking and finance, capital markets, international trade, competition law, intellectual property, commercial dispute resolution and criminal litigation to labour and employment matters. Iwan Nurjadin, Mulyadi, Vera Noviani Hawanto and Fajar Siahaan are main contacts. 

Nusantara DFDL Partnership is a prominent law firm in Indonesia, well regarded for its expertise in various practice areas, including corporate law, dispute resolution, and labour and employment. The firm is part of the DFDL network, which is a leading international law firm specialising in emerging markets across Asia, the Middle East and Africa. The firm’s key contacts are banking and corporate expert Vinay Ahuja, partner Afriyan Rachmad, who focuses on corporate matters and dispute resolution, and partner Sri Wahyu Ningsih, whose practice encompasses compliance, investigations and labour matters. 

Previously known as Pacific Patent, Pacific Patent Multiglobal was established in 1986 and is now one of the preeminent IP boutiques in Indonesia. The firm’s practice capably covers all aspects of IP rights including patent, trademark, copyright, industrial design, licensing agreements and more. Headquartered in Jakarta, the firm has a team of dedicated experts to handle its wide range of services, providing services for both contentious and non-contentious matters. The firm also services a wide range of clientele, both national and multinational, across industry sectors such as hospitality, fashion, insurance, energy, banking and financial services, aviation and more.  

Founded in 2002, PwC Legal Indonesia (previously known as Melli Darsa & Co) is well known for assisting its clients in a wide range of commercial and transactional work. Its strengths lie within four areas: corporate advisory; capital markets and securities; M&A; and banking and finance. Managing partner Melli Darsa is a key figure.

Newly established tech specialist Rofi Fadhly Pranoto Law Firm is active in the Indonesian fast-growing tech and e-sport scene. The lawyers are all tech-savvy and well versed in the latest TMT market trend. Fadhly Abdurrahman is a key figure.

ZICO Law-affiliated firm Roosdiono & Partners excels in areas such as banking and finance, corporate and M&A, dispute resolution, construction and intellectual property. Founded in 1999, the firm is well versed in understanding complex legal frameworks and navigating challenging regulatory environments. Energy and projects specialist Fadjar Widjaksana Kandar, Hanim Hamzah and Leoni Silitonga are key contacts. 

SHIFT Counsellors at Law has robust practices in banking and finance, capital markets, and corporate and M&A. The firm stands out for its deep understanding of the financial services sector, particularly in complex transactions involving multinational clients. The key contacts are banking specialist and partner Kurniawan Tanzil and corporate-focused partner Lina Amran.  

Jakarta-based full-service SIP Law Firm specialises in dispute resolution, intellectual property and restructuring and insolvency. With a litigation focus, the firm has handled more than 80 litigation cases before various levels of courts. Key partners include Zubaidah Jufri, Tri Hartanto and Arief Nugroho.

Siregar Setiawan Manalu Partnership was established by Nien Rafles Siregar, Rudi Setiawan and Bobby Rahman Manalu in 2015. The firm prides itself upon its commercial and civil litigation, labour and employment, and bankruptcy practices, with an emphasis on litigation. In particular, Siregar Setiawan Manalu Partnership provides a unique business-driven approach with the expertise of a boutique firm and capacity of a large firm to best serve its clients’ needs.

Not just one of the largest in size, SSEK Law Firm is also among the most prominent law firms in Indonesia. Founded in 1992, the firm combines over three decades of experience with legal expertise to provide innovative and timely solutions for its clients. The firm has firmly established itself in several practice areas including banking and finance, competition/antitrust, capital markets, dispute resolution, corporate and M&A, labour and employment, and more. The firm also has a comprehensive network of contacts in various government departments and agencies, and its team of experienced lawyers, including Denny Rahmansyah, Ira Eddymurthy, Dewi Savitri Reni and Michael Carl, continues to provide top-notch legal services in both transactional and litigation segments.  

Suhardi Somomoeljono & Associates is one of the oldest Indonesian law firms specialising in commercial litigation, restructuring and insolvency, and construction. Their dispute resolution practice particularly stands out, as the firm’s 30 years of experience in litigation proceedings confirms its prowess in the area. Managing partner Suhardi Somomoeljono and experienced litigator Dianyndra Hardy are the main contacts.

Regional firm Tilleke & Gibbins dedicates its Indonesian practice solely to intellectual property. It offers one of the most all-round IP legal services to both international and domestic clientele in the jurisdiction. The firm is regularly involved in both IP enforcement and commercialisation, and has built an impressive list of clients over the years. Wongrat Ratanaprayul and Somboon Earterasarun are the key figures at the firm’s Jakarta office. 

Based in Jakarta, TNB & Partners in association with global law firm Norton Rose Fulbright is a full-service law firm that is capable of handling both domestic and cross-border matters. The firm’s practice focuses on corporate and commercial, banking and finance, and dispute resolution. Partner and head of office Kresna Panggabean is the main contact. With the recent arrival of disputes partner Erie Tobing, the firm has expanded its capabilities to handling contentious shipping and construction matters. 

Transactional boutique TnP Law Firm, formerly known as Tjajo & Partners, has always excelled in the banking sectors, maintaining an exceptionally good relationship with both its corporate clients and governmental organisations. Its practice includes acquisition finance, financial regulatory and compliance, structured finance, syndicated lending and restructuring. The team has expertise in various sectors, including technology, telecommunications, infrastructure, aviation, and shipping. The firm’s key partners include Rambun Tjajo, Melissa Butarbutar and Ken Prasadtyo. 

Established in 1981, well-regarded boutique law firm Tumbuan & Partners excels in areas such as corporate, banking and capital markets. The firm has built a reputation over the years of being capable of handling major transactions and highly complex deals. Jennifer Tumbuan is a key contact.

UMBRA is an up-and-coming law firm with offerings in banking and finance, capital markets, corporate and M&A, dispute resolution, labour and employment, and restructuring and insolvency. Industry sector specialisms include energy, real estate, and technology and telecommunications. The firm has a strong reputation for its strategic role in major infrastructure projects and its adept handling of high-stakes disputes. The firm has been involved in the development of significant renewable energy initiatives, showcasing its commitment to supporting Indonesia's energy transition. Kirana Diah Sastrawijaya, Melati Siregar, Liyanto Wijaya and Putu Raditya Nugraha are key contacts. 

Walalangi & Partners in association with Nishimura & Asahi brings in a respectable flow of Japanese clients who seek the firm for its banking and finance, and corporate and M&A expertise. The firm also has a strong presence in the real-estate sector and is recognised for its work in the energy sector, particularly in renewable energy initiatives and resource development. Notable practitioners include Luky Walalangi, Miriam Andreta, and Hans Adiputra Kurniawan.  

William Hendrik & Siregar Djojonegoro enters its third year after the merger of two boutique corporate law firms – William & Hendrik and Siregar & Djojonegoro. The firm focuses its practice on capital markets, corporate and M&A, construction, labour and employment, and commercial litigation. The team is known for deftly handling high-stakes cases involving employment and commercial issues and it has a strong track record of facilitating significant construction projects, assisting clients in navigating regulatory frameworks and securing necessary financing. The firm’s key contacts are corporate specialist Hendrik Silalahi and infrastructure expert Zippora Siregar.

Established in 1971, boutique law firm Wiriadinata & Saleh provides an extensive range of commercial legal services to both Indonesian and international corporates. Its expertise lies within the energy and aviation sectors. Tamiza Saleh, Tandi Rosandi and Juanita Arsyane are key partners.