Assegaf Hamzah & Partners > Jakarta, Indonesia > Firm Profile
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners Offices
CAPITAL PLACE, LEVEL 36 & 37
JALAN JENDERAL GATOT SUBROTO KAV. 18
JAKARTA 12710
Indonesia
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners > The Legal 500 Rankings
Indonesia > Antitrust and competition Tier 1
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners' team is very well known for its solid track record in advising on merger filings and notifications to the Indonesian Competition Commission (KPPU). The practice leverages the firm's expertise in corporate law and dispute resolution to assist with competition litigation and compliance issues. HMBC stands out for his expertise in handling high-profile merger clearances; he co-heads the practice with Farid Nasution, whose workload takes in contentious competition matters and compliance mandates. Vovo Iswanto, Asep Ridwan and newly promoted partner Albert Boy Situmorang are key names to note.Practice head(s):
HMBC Rikrik Rizkiyana; Farid Nasution
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Albion Acquisitions Ltd.
PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia Tbk
Aramco Valvoline Global Holding Corp
Abu Dhabi National Energy Company
Hyundai Department Store Co. Ltd.
Reliance New Energy Solar Limited
ASP Blade Holdings Inc.
PT FinAccel Teknologi Indonesia
PT Merdeka Copper Gold Tbk
PT Dompet Karya Anak Bangsa
SIG Combibloc Group AG
A. P. Moller – Maersk
Axiata Group Berhad
Cummins Inc.
ESR Cayman Limited
Wilmar Group
Work highlights
- Advising on a notification to the KPPU for the transfer of Series B shares in PT Pegadaian and PT Permodalan Nasional Madani from the Government of Indonesia to BRI.
- Advised the Axiata Group on the competition aspects of its IDR 8.7 trillion acquisition of PT Link Net Tbk.
- Acted for the Wilmar Group in a cooking-oil cartel case in Indonesia.
Indonesia > Aviation Tier 1
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners is primarily focussed on disputes in the aviation space, covering cases relating to tort claims brought by passengers, allegations of cartel made by the KPPU, and contract breaches. The firm also has capabilities in relation to complex restructuring and insolvency-related mandates, with experience advising major carriers in their high-profile insolvency proceedings. Eri Hertiawan leads on the firm’s aviation work and, being the co-head of the firm’s disputes practice, has particular expertise in disputes involving airline clients. Ibrahim Sjarief Assegaf, as head of banking, finance, and projects work, is active in relation to insolvency proceedings in this space, and senior associate Alvin Ambardy, besides his predominantly arbitration-based practice, is similarly of note for his work relating to insolvency matters.Practice head(s):
Eir Hertiawan
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
PT Garuda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk
PT Angkasapura II
PT Angkasa Pura I
PT Citilink Indonesia
PT Indonesia Airasia Extra
Work highlights
- Assisted PT Garuda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk., in the proposed restructuring of all its financial and trade debts and aircraft leases, valued at IDR146.85 trillion.
- Advising PT Angkasa Pura I, a state-owned enterprise which provides air traffic services and business airports, on its restructuring process valued at IDR 23.46 trillion.
Indonesia > Capital markets Tier 1
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners covers the full gamut of capital market matters, covering both public and private debt and equity offerings, with a particular strength in advising on the structure and implementation of Shariah-compliant financing and investment transactions. As a a part of the Rajah and Tann Asia network, the firm is able to draw upon the expertise from other Asian jurisdictions, and is otherwise noted for its strengths in the energy, natural resources, and financial sectors. Putu Suryastuti heads up this work, employing her corporate transactional expertise to IPOs, secondary offerings, private placements, and debt offerings. Ahmad Fikri Assegaf valued for the breadth of his experience, while Bono Adji and Tunggul Utomo have a greater emphasis on the natural resources, energy, telecoms, and finance industries. Mohammad Zulkarnain and Intan Paramita are highly active in this area and crucial contacts.Practice head(s):
Putu Suryastuti
Other key lawyers:
Ahmad Assegaf; Bono Adji; Tunggul Utomo; Mohammad Zulkarnain; Intan Paramita
Testimonials
‘The team have robust and in-depth knowledge of capital markets.’
‘Intan Paramita is fast to respond and has a creative mindset.’
‘Professional experts. They thoroughly understand capital market and give insights and advices accordingly to the situation.’
‘They have in-depth knowledge of the market, and provide us with solutions. They are able to quickly understand our needs and provide us with investment options that are tailored to our specific goals.’
‘The capital markets team at AHP is very professional and responsive. Their experiences and connections with relevant authorities make their legal opinion efficient and practical.’
Key clients
PT Alam Sutera Realty Tbk
PT Autopedia Sukses Lestari Tbk.
PT Bank China Construction Bank Indonesia Tbk
PT Bank Jago Tbk
PT Bank Mandiri (Persero) Tbk
PT Bank Tabungan Pensiunan Nasional Syariah Tbk.
PT Barito Pacific Tbk.
PT Chandra Asri Petrochemical Tbk.
PT DCI Indonesia Tbk.
PT GoTo Gojek Tokopedia Tbk.
PT Indika Energy Tbk.
PT Indointernet Indonesia Tbk.
PT Indonesia Asahan Aluminium (Persero)
PT Indonesia Infrastructure Finance
PT Jayamas Medica Industri Tbk.
PT KB Finansia Multi Finance
PT Medco Energi Internasional Tbk.
PT Medco Power Indonesia
Work highlights
- Acted as the Indonesian legal counsel to the Indonesian Government as buyer on the second tender offer exercise and issuer on its USD SEC Shelf Registered Bonds.
- Acted as the Indonesian legal counsel to One Med, an Indonesian-based medical devices manufacturer, in their initial public offering on 8 November 2022.
- Acted as the Indonesian legal counsel to the GoI, who acted as the Buyer on the third tender offer exercise with Switch and Cash Tender Offer scheme and the Issuer on the issuance of its USD SEC Shelf Registered Bonds.
Indonesia > Dispute resolution Tier 1
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners' practice is home to a sizeable corporate litigation team which handles the gamut of dispute resolution matters, including alternative dispute resolution (ADR). The group leverages the bench strength of the Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP Asia network to assist with a range of contentious cross-border matters. Department co-heads Chandra Hamzah and Eri Hertiawan are highly regarded practitioners, with established expertise in handling both litigation and arbitration. Simon Barrie Sasmoyo is experienced in handling complex cases involving financial and anti-corruption disputes. Heru Pamungkas was promoted to partner in April 2023.Practice head(s):
Chandra Hamzah; Eri Hertiawan
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
PT Tokopedia
PT Indonesia Airasia Extra
PT Meratus Line
PT Salam Pacific Indonesia Lines
PT Garuda Indonesia
PT Tirta Investama
PT Angkasapura II
PT Bank Mandiri Tbk
PT Citilink Indonesia
PT Coca Cola Indonesia
PT Danone Indonesia
PT Jakarta Industrial Estate Pulogadung
PT Jasa Marga (Persero) Tbk.
PT Loreal Indonesia
PT Mahanaim
Work highlights
- Represented PT Tokopedia in a civil lawsuit regarding data privacy and consumer protection.
- Defended AirAsia against passenger claims of alleged violations of the Indonesian consumer laws on the grounds of delay and inconvenience caused by issues during check-in.
Indonesia > IT, Telecoms and Fintech Tier 1
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners combines its regulatory and finance sector expertise with experience relating to tech, providing a full suite of TMT-related services across data protection, cybersecurity, telecoms, compliance, and more corporate work such as M&A, merger control, and finance. Zacky Zainal Husein heads the TMT practice, working across the full spectrum of matters for major multinational and domestic Indonesian companies. Indira Yustikania is the key contact in the firm for fintech matters as the lead partner on this work, but Muhammad Iqsan Sirie is similarly of note for work in the crypto space in addition to his specialism in data protection and cybersecurity.Practice head(s):
Zacky Zainal Husein; Indira Yustikania
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Given their size, they can afford to do multiple practice areas that are quite specialised and in depth.’
‘The firm is thorough and efficient in their research, and their opinions are straightforward, legally sound and timely delivered. I will most definitely use them again in the future.’
Key clients
PT GoTo Gojek Tokopedia
Traveloka
Investree.id
PT Fintek Karya Nusantara
PT XL Axiata Tbk
Capgemini Group
PT Genomik Solidaritas Indonesia
Erajaya Swasembada
HSBC Indonesia
LinkAja!
Work highlights
Indonesia > Labour and employment Tier 1
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners works closely with its dispute resolution team to handle employment disputes; its recent caseload also includes advising on employment contracts, outsourcing, redundancy, labour unions, and the employment of foreign workers. As part of the Rajah & Tann Asia network, it draws on regional resources to assist multinational clients with regional employment issues. Ahmad Maulana is a key name to note, combining general dispute expertise with experience in employment matters. Muhamad Kamal Fikri has a broad dispute expertise that extends to mediation and arbitration.Practice head(s):
Ahmad Maulana
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘Assegaf Hamzah & Partners possesses a depth of knowledge on the labour and employment regulatory framework and its implementation that sets them apart from most top-tier firms. Its close engagement with regulatory authorities provides clients with an accurate view from the regulator’s perspective, delivering invaluable insights that guide strategic decisions. What truly distinguishes AHP is its ability to understand the intricacies of the industry landscape and practices, allowing it to offer advice that not only aligns with regulatory requirements but also addresses our unique business needs. Moreover, AHP’s commitment to excellent delivery and rapid turnaround time ensures that we receive timely, top-notch legal counsel.’
‘Ahmad Maulana’s profound expertise in labour and employment practices is unmatched, providing us with guidance in navigating complex regulatory frameworks and implementations. His depth of expertise has provided us with helpful regulatory advice and has helped us make strategic decisions. Beyond this, Ahmad possesses an unparalleled understanding of industry dynamics, offering tailored advice that harmonizes with our business needs. His swift turnaround times showcase his reliability as a counsel and by making himself readily available during our critical times and for urgent matters. Ahmad often goes beyond the traditional role of a legal advisor which makes him a great business partner. When working with Ahmad Maulana, we not only gain access to a legal expert but also a trusted ally who is there to navigate challenges and seize opportunities alongside us.’
‘AHP’s team is very responsive to our inquiries. Their level of service is of a top-tier law firm, provided in a thorough and timely manner and catered to our needs.’
‘Ahmad Maulana’s familiarity with the provisions of employment law, including the practical aspect, has helped us greatly in navigating the complexity of the issue and preparing a prudent decision.’
Key clients
PT Shiseido Cosmetics Indonesia
The British Institute
PT Ecolab International Indonesia
PT Citra Prima Container
Coupang LLC
PT Haidilao Indonesia Restaurants
Deutsche Gesellschaft für Internationale Zusammenarbeit GmbH
PT Surya Toto Indonesia Tbk
PT Ken Lee Indonesia
Mori Lee LLC
World Wide Technology LLC
Microsoft Inc
PT Khasanah Putera Jakarta Medica
PT Tripatra Engineers and Constructors
AICE Group
Asian Development Bank
British Standards Institution
Ebara Corporation
Imerys Asia Pacific Group
NYK Line Indonesia
Work highlights
- Assisted PT Surya Toto Indonesia Tbk. in the process of dispute settlement during an employment termination and with the preparation of the mutual settlement agreement with the terminating employees.
- Advised PT Haidilao Indonesia Restaurants on the drafting of employment agreement templates and on the employment of a foreign board of directors.
- Assisted PT Citra Prima Container in the process of dispute settlement during an employment termination and reviewed draft of indefinite and definite employment agreement.
Indonesia > Projects and energy Tier 1
Experienced in assisting private and public entities alike in major infrastructure projects, Assegaf Hamzah & Partners handles PPP and foreign direct investment projects, power purchase agreements and long-term oil and gas supply agreements as well as joint-operating matters. The team is led by Ibrahim Sjarief Assegaf and Kanya Satwika. Assegaf represents both domestic and international financial institutions on structured finance and debt-restructuring matters, while Satwika is involved in projects related to the government’s power expansion programme and renewable energy initiatives. Insan Paramita focuses on geothermal power and electricity projects in addition to advising clients in the oil & gas sector.Practice head(s):
Ibrahim Sjarief Assegaf; Kanya Satwika
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
PT Karian Water Services
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company (Masdar)
Asian Development Bank
International Finance Corporation
Indonesia Investment Authority
PT Aneka Tambang Tbk.
MIND ID
PT Bank BNI (Persero) Tbk.
PT Bank BRI (Persero) Tbk.
PT Bank Mandiri (Persero) Tbk.
PT Indonesia Asahan Aluminium (Persero)
PT Kereta Api Indonesia (Persero)
PT Kereta Cepat Indonesia China
PT Kresna Kusuma Dyandra Marga
PT Lotte Chemical Indonesia
PT Pasifik Satelit Nusantara
PT Pelabuhan Indonesia Maspion
PT Pembangkitan Jawa Bali Investasi
Work highlights
- Represented PT Penjaminan Infrastruktur Indonesia (Persero) in the BPLJSKB Proving Ground PPP project guarantee.
- Advising as Indonesian legal counsel on the development and financing of Karian Serpong Regional Water Supply Public Private Partnership Project.
- Advised the mandated lead arrangers on US$ 265 million loan facilities to PT Plaza Indonesia Investama and PT Plaza Indonesia Realty Tbk. to refinance their existing loans and bonds, and to further develop the Plaza Indonesia mall complex including the Grand Hyatt hotel.
Indonesia > Real estate Tier 1
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners acts for major local and foreign clients in all sectors of real estate on issues relating to residential, commercial and industrial properties. In addition, it has assisted clients in land procurement matters regarding infrastructure work and industrial development as well as dispute resolution. Yogi Sudrajat Marsono, who heads the real estate practice, has represented clients on real estate M&A, asset management and construction agreements. Also of note is Heru Pamungkas who focuses on dispute resolution and was promoted to partner in March 2023.Practice head(s):
Yogi Sudrajat Marsono
Other key lawyers:
Testimonials
‘The team is very approachable, I love the way they are always available and that they are able to translate legal information into business context for our commercial team.‘
‘AHP’s real estate team is a team that is able to marry their resources of strong lawyers from other various fields.‘
Key clients
Gurit Group
Iron Mountain Pte Ltd
Ministry of State Secretariat
PT Ajinomoto Indonesia
PT Aneka Tambang Tbk.
PT BASF Indonesia
PT Bio Farma (Persero)
PT Garam (Persero)
PT Haidilao Indonesia Restaurants
PT Holland Colour Asia
PT Jakarta Industrial Estate Pulogadung
PT Krakatau Steel (Persero) Tbk
PT Krakatau Tirta Industri
PT Nirvana Wastu Pratama
PT Pelabuhan Indonesia Maspion
PT Pelindo Terminal Petikemas
PT Penjaminan Infrastruktur Indonesia (Persero)
PT Perkebunan Nusantara X
PT Regus Business Centre Indonesia
PT Samanea Tangerang Development
PT Sengon Hijau Lestari
PT Toyota Motor Manufacturing Indonesia
PT Wicaksana Overseas International Tbk.
Ramsay Sime Darby Health Care Sdn Bhd
Skyworth Limited Group
The Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry or Kamar Dagang dan Industri Indonesia
Yayasan Jakarta Intercultural School
Work highlights
- Assisted PT Pelabuhan Indonesia Maspion in the development of the Gresik Port.
- Assisting PT Petrokimia Gresik to assess and formulate the mechanism to manage the land and building assets owned by PT Petrokimia Gresik.
Indonesia > Restructuring and insolvency Tier 1
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners has industry strength across the government, financial services, energy, manufacturing, construction and aviation sectors, and has a track record in assisting with some of the most high-profile restructures of major corporate debtors and other stakeholders. The practice is able to draw on the wider capabilities of the firm, with practice head Ibrahim Sjarief Assegaf leveraging his banking and finance expertise to assist related operators with their debt restructuring and insolvency mandates. Eri Hertiawan has extensive disputes experience which he deploys in representing his clients in the proceedings around their restructures. Tracy Tania focuses on transactional matters with a nexus to restructuring and insolvency.Practice head(s):
Ibrahim Sjarief Assegaf; Eri Hertiawan
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Intesa Sanpaolo S.p.A.
Malaysia Smelting Corporation Berhad
Pathfinder Strategic Credit II LP
PT AEON Mall Indonesia
PT Angkasa Pura I (Persero)
PT Apexindo Pratama Duta Tbk.
PT Bank Danamon Indonesia Tbk
PT Bank HSBC Indonesia
PT Bank Mandiri (Persero) Tbk.
PT Bank Maybank Indonesia Tbk.
PT Bank Permata Indonesia
PT Garuda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk
PT Matsuzawa Pelita Furniture Indonesia
PT Royal Industries Indonesia
PT Sarana Multi Infrastruktur
PT Sri Rejeki Isman Tbk
PT Sumberdaya Sewatama
PT Waskita Karya (Persero) Tbk.
Raiffeisen Bank International A.G.
TAEL Partners
Work highlights
- Assisting PT Garuda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk with the implementation of a court-sanctioned composition plan.
- Advised PT Angkasa Pura I, a state-owned enterprise which provides air traffic services and business airports in Indonesia, on its restructuring process.
- Advising PT Waskita Karya (Persero) Tbk, as its Indonesian legal counsel, on the proposed restructuring of its financial debts and obligations.
Indonesia > Tax Tier 1
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners covers a full spectrum of contentious and non-contentions tax and customs issues. Advising domestic and international clients on a range of matters including transactions, the firm is well-versed on judicial review requests to the Supreme Court, transfer pricing and investment structuring. Nazly Parlindungan Siregar leads and draws on 20 years of experience in international tax consisting of cross-border M&A, global business model optimisation and international tax advisory.Practice head(s):
Nazly Parlindungan Siregar
Work highlights
- Assisted a client in the investment sector with party transactions for a non-performing loans project in accordance with Indonesian prevailing transfer pricing laws and regulations.
- Advised a client in the commodity trading industry on the potential success in a judicial review to the Supreme Court.
- Advised a group of professional services firms on the Indonesian tax implications of their international structuring plans.
Indonesia > Banking and finance Tier 2
The banking and finance practice at Assegaf Hamzah & Partners is noted for its strengths in the fintech space, and its strong experience in assisting Chinese investors with mandates involving foreign direct investment into Indonesia. Led by structured finance expert Ibrahim Sjarief Assegaf, the team regularly acts for Indonesian government agencies and regulators. Ahmad Fikri Assegaf advises on venture capital, private equity, and corporate financing matters, and Harun Ngantung fields extensive experience in handling syndicated lending, structured and leveraged finance, and refinancing transactions. Indira Yustikania is a key name for fintech mandates.Practice head(s):
Ibrahim Sjarief Assegaf
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
Asian Development Bank
PT Bank BTPN Tbk.
PT Bank Central Asia Tbk.
PT Bank Mandiri (Persero) Tbk.
PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk.
PT Bank Rakyat Indonesia (Persero) Tbk.
PT Bank Muamalat Indonesia Tbk.
PT Bank Danamon Indonesia Tbk.
PT Bank CIMB Niaga Tbk.
PT Bank Jago Tbk.
PT Bank DBS Indonesia
PT Bank Maybank Indonesia Tbk.
BNP Paribas
ABN Amro Bank N.V., Singapore Branch
Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank PJSC
Overseas-Chinese Banking Corporation Ltd
PT Fintek Karya Nusantara
PT GoTo Gojek Tokopedia Tbk.
PT Medco Energi Internasional Tbk.
PT Indonesia Infrastructure Finance
Work highlights
- Acted as Indonesian counsel to the lenders in granting a financing facility of up to USD300m to Traveloka.
- Assisted PT Satelit Nusantara Lima with obtaining financing from local lenders for the construction and launch of the N5 Satellite.
- Acted as Indonesian legal counsel to the mandated lead arrangers on a USD 265m loan facility provided to PT Plaza Indonesia Investama and PT Plaza Indonesia Realty Tbk.
Indonesia > Corporate and M&A Tier 2
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners combines regional strengths, drawing on the expertise and resources of the Rajah & Tann Asia network, with wide-ranging capabilities in the corporate space, supported by the firm’s competition and tax practices. Eko Basyuni leads the practice, covering the full range of M&A, joint ventures, FDI, and restructurings for clients from a range of sectors. Name partner Ahmad Fikri Assegaf remains an active team member. Other lawyers of note include Tunggul Utomo, Valerie Ngooi Ming Hui, Mita Kartohadiprodjo, Bono Adji, Angelica Maharani, and foreign counsel Carol Lim.Practice head(s):
Eko Basyuni
Other key lawyers:
Ahmad Fikri Assegaf; Bono Daru Adji; Tunggul Purusa Utomo; Valerie Ngooi Ming Hui; Mita Kartohadiprodjo; Carol Lim; Angelica Ayu Maharani
Testimonials
‘The AHP team is very diversified. They are able to provide solutions across various industries. Further, they are very connected with government authorities bringing unparalleled values to respond to client needs.’
‘AHP lawyers are committed to aggressive deadlines and high demands.’
‘Valerie Ngooi Ming Hui is very effective in drafting legal documents. She makes sure she fully understands the client’s needs which helps her speak in the client’s language when negotiating complex issues with counterparties.’
‘Very knowledgeable. not just identifying issues but also providing solutions. Big fan of Tunggul Purusa Utomo and his team.’
‘Tunggul Purusa Utomo understands the client’s needs and is able to provide solutions. Understands that every project is different. Hardly every uses templated solutions and thus caters individually for clients.’
Key clients
AICE Group
ANSTEEL Group Corporation
Caring Pharmacy Retail Management Sdn. Bhd.
China Communications Construction Group Co., Ltd.
China Development Bank
China Fortune Land Development Co. Ltd.
China Oilfield Service Ltd.
Guangdong Power Engineering Corp.
Growtheum Capital Partners
Haji Financial Management Agency
PT ABM Investama Tbk.
PT Alim Investindo
PT Astra Internasional Tbk.
PT Bank Central Asia Tbk.
PT Bukalapak.com Tbk.
PT Chandra Asri Petrochemical Tbk.
PT Garuda Indonesia (Persero) Tbk.
PT GoTo Gojek Tokopedia Tbk.
PT Indika Energy Tbk.
PT Kalbe Farma Tbk.
Work highlights
- Assisted PT Bukalapak.com and Growtheum Capital Partners with a $70m joint venture agreement to create PT Allo Fresh Indonesia.
- Assisted PT ABM Investama with its acquisition of 30% of the total shares in PT Golden Energy Mines from GMR Coal Resources.
- Assisted PT Kalbe Farma with its acquisition of 100% of the shares in PT Aventis Pharma, an Indonesian subsidiary of Sanofi-Aventis Participations.
Indonesia > Intellectual property Tier 2
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners draws on the extensive litigation expertise of practice co-head Chandra Hamzah to provide clients with a strong contentious offering in the IP space, with a particular strength in advising the defendants in such actions. C0-head Dewi Soeharto focusses more on the n0n-contentious side of IP, working for a number of international clients from both the wider region and globally in their Indonesian patent registrations, particularly those relating to tech and energy. Ari Juliano Gema is also of note.Practice head(s):
Chandra Hamzah; Dewi Soeharto
Other key lawyers:
Key clients
TikTok Pte. Ltd.
Fédération Internationale de Football Association
Morinaga Milk Industry Co. Ltd.
Unilever N.V.
PT Unilever Indonesia Tbk
PT Zhisheng Pacific Trading
PT Sumber Alfaria Trijaya Tbk (Alfamart)
PT Midi Utama Indonesia Tbk (Alfamidi)
PT Petrokimia Gresik
Monash University
PT Sekolah Cikal
Scoular Company
PT Nusantara Segar Global
Okra International Co. Ltd.
Acava Limited
PT Digital Kresindo Ekapratama
Indosat
Hakuhodo
Les’ Copaque Production Sdn. Bhd.
Seven Days Hotel (Shenzhen) Limited
Work highlights
- Advised PT PT Berkah Jasa Boga Sukses regarding the alleged violation of the “Lembur Kuring” trademark.
- Assisted PT Zhisheng Pacific Trading in the negotiation and settlement with the sub-licensee, which misuse the Mixue trademark for a crowdfunding programme.
- Advised PT Avatar Media Nusantara and prepared the necessary agreements with content creators in relation to their plans for the metaverse.
Indonesia > Shipping Tier 2
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners provides a complete service for its clients in the shipping sector. This includes financial matters, security enforcement, collisions, charter parties, securitization, natural resource transportation and marine insurance. The firm’s membership of the Rajah & Tann Asia network allows it to draw legal expertise and resources from other Asian jurisdictions, enabling a seamless service for its clients in shipping matters that are frequently multi-jurisdictional. Eri Hertiawan, an experienced litigator and ADR specialist in shipping law, leads the shipping practice alongside Ibrahim Sjarief Assegaf and Chandra Hamzah. Another noted practitioner is Wildan Lukman Nurmajid for the primary focus of his practice being vessel financing and acquisitions.Practice head(s):
Eri Hertiawan; Ibrahim Sjarief Assegaf; Chandra Hamzah
Other key lawyers:
Yanu Wiriasmoko; Wildan Lukman Nurmajid
Key clients
PT Sinarmas LDA Usaha Pelabuhan
A. P. Moller – Maersk
PT Sarana Multi Infrastruktur
PT OOCL Logistics Indonesia
PT Pelabuhan Indonesia III (Persero)
PT Pelabuhan Indonesia IV (Persero)
PT Salam Pacific Indonesia Lines
PT Meratus Line
Saipem SpA
PT Sinarmas LDA Maritime
PT Bank Mandiri (Persero) Tbk
PT Alur Biru Maritim
ST International Corporation (Korea)
PT Bank Maybank Indonesia Tbk
PT Trans Maritim Pratama
PT Momentum Indonesia Investama
PT Sukses Graha Samudera
Cosco Shipping Specialized Carriers Co., Ltd.
Cheetah Freight Express Pte. Ltd.
Timagenis Law Firm
KUFPEC Indonesia (Anambas) B.V.
ORO Holdings Pte. Ltd.
PT Sumber Surya Kencana Inhu
PT Sarana Multi Infrastruktur (Persero)
Watiga Trust Ltd.
DB International (Singapore) Trust Limited
Global Kapital Group
PT Sinarmas LDA Usaha Pelabuhan
SAAM S.A.
Work highlights
- Represented PT Sinarmas LDA Usaha Pelabuhan as Buyer for the acquisition of 8 Indonesian flagged vessels from several sellers.
- Represented PT Sarana Multi Infrastruktur (Persero) as one of the syndicated lenders in the proposed granting of syariah syndicated facilities to PT Armada Gema Nusantara as borrower.
Asia Pacific: Regional International Arbitration > Leading firms
Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP is commended for its ‘unique blend of experience, strategy, and a genuine willingness to listen and consult with clients‘ with a wide-ranging practice experienced in commercial arbitrations, investor-state arbitrations, infrastructure disputes, and international arbitration-related court litigation. The practice is adept at acting on multi-jurisdictional arbitration matters across the ASEAN region. The practice is led by a range of impressive individuals, with Kelvin Poon SC and Avinash Pradhan both Singapore-based, and Eri Hertiawan and Simon Barrie Sasmoyo leading the Indonesia practice. Ben Dominic Yap and Surasak Vajasit lend their expertise to the ‘results driven, and quick on their feet‘ team, acting out of Philippines and Thailand respectively. In Vietnam, Chau Huy Quang and Logan Leung are key names.Practice head(s):
Kelvin Poon, SC; Avinash Pradhan; Eri Hertiawan; Simon Barrie Sasmoyo; Ben Dominic R. Yap; Surasak Vajasit; Chau Huy Quang; Logan Leung
Other key lawyers:
Andre Yeap; Devathas Satianathan
Testimonials
‘This practice is unique primarily due to the team’s robust experience and thoughtful strategy, aligned specifically with their client’s risk appetite. Unlike other firms that may insist on a rigid approach, this practice puts the client’s needs and concerns at the forefront, ensuring a customized strategy that resonates with the client’s comfort and expectations.’
‘Compared to other firms, this practice stands out for its unique blend of experience, strategy, and a genuine willingness to listen and consult with clients before making decisions.’
‘What makes the individuals we work with at this firm stand out is a combination of experience, strategic thinking, and a genuine commitment to our needs and concerns. Two key individuals that exemplify these qualities are Andre Yeap and Devathas Satianathan.’
‘Andre Yeap, a Senior Counsel and a household name in the field, has been instrumental in guiding us to favourable results. Andre’s approach is centered around effectiveness and cost-saving. His vast experience and willingness to listen to our concerns have made him invaluable to us, differentiating him from others in the industry. His reputation truly stands as a testament to his capabilities.’
Devathas Satianathan has also been exceptional, particularly in his ability to quickly grasp the intricacies of our case. His skill in connecting events and identifying chains of events that we might have overlooked has proven vital. His agile thinking and understanding of the case have been qualities we have deeply valued.
‘Rajah and Tann differentiates itself by its multidimensional approach. By seamlessly merging legal expertise with an understanding of business dynamics, the practice offers solutions that are both legally sound and strategically robust’
‘Results driven, and quick on their feet. ’
‘Avinash Pradhan is commercial and assists clients to attain best results. ’
Key clients
The Republic of the Philippines
Vedanta Limited
National Bank of Fujairah
Roberto 16 Pte Ltd (Owners of “Di Matteo”) and the Standard P&I Club (as the shipowner’s P & I insurer)
Hilton Group
Phnom Penh SEZ Plc
FIMBank plc
National Oilwell Varco Norway AS
Shinhan Bank
York International Pte Ltd
Work highlights
- Represented the Filipino government in an ICC arbitration against Chevron and Shell concerning their income tax liability.
- Representing Vedanta in two matters relating to a Singapore-seated treaty arbitration under the UNCITRAL Rules arising from its claims, which are valued in excess of US$3n, against India under the United Kingdom-India BIT.
- Acting in a dispute with a foreign investor over gaming interests in a Southeast Asian country, concerning an alleged wrongful deprivation of profits stemming from those interests.
Assegaf Hamzah & Partners > Firm Profile
The firm: Assegaf Hamzah & Partners is a full-service law firm that was founded by Fikri Assegaf and Chandra Hamzah in 2001. Since then, it has grown rapidly, gaining a reputation for innovation, commercial acumen and for putting clients at the forefront of all that it does. Currently with 19 partners and 100 associates, all of its members have extensive experience representing blue-chip corporate clients, high-net-worth individuals, government institutions and major public enterprises.
In early 2014, the firm entered into a strategic alliance with Rajah & Tann, a Singapore-based law firm that is now the largest in Southeast Asia, to establish a common platform that includes offices or affiliates in Singapore, China, Thailand, Lao PDR, Vietnam, Malaysia, Cambodia and Myanmar, as well as regional desks focusing on Japan and South Asia. The tie-up significantly enhances the firm’s capacity to provide top-class cross-border legal services and affords clients access to an arsenal of more than 600 lawyers across the region.
Alongside its partnership with Rajah & Tann, the firm continues to work closely with a range of highly regarded domestic and international law firms on both Indonesian and overseas mandates so as to allow it to draw on international expertise and best practice across all leading jurisdictions. Rendering a full suite of legal and advisory services in Indonesian, English, Malay, Mandarin and Japanese, its lawyers pay particular attention to international legal developments and how these are likely to impact on Indonesia and clients’ interests.
Since its tie-up with Rajah & Tann, the firm’s growth has continued apace. In October 2013, it merged with boutique competition practice Rizkiyana & Iswanto, making it an Indonesian market leader in competition law. Then, in early 2016, it opened its new Surabaya office as part of its ongoing strategy to bring international quality legal services to major commercial and industrial centers across the country. Now with almost 120 lawyers, it is one of the few Indonesian law firms with the depth and breadth of expertise and experience to handle the most complex domestic and international deals.
AHP’s accolades include: Chambers Asia Pacific Indonesia Law Firm of the Year 2014, shortlisted for same in 2015 and 2016; Chambers Asia Pacific 2017 Band 1 firm in capital markets, competition/antitrust, banking and finance, corporate M&A and disputes, and Band 2 firm in real estate, employment, project finance and telecommunications; The Legal 500Asia Pacific 2017 Tier 1 firm in aviation, dispute resolution, IT and telecoms, capital markets, corporate/M&A and banking and finance, Tier 2 firm in shipping, employment, real estate and restructuring and insolvency, Tier 3 firm in tax and projects and energy, and Tier 4 firm in intellectual property.
Main Contacts
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Banking and finance | |||
Capital markets | |||
General corporate | |||
Competition law | |||
Debt and corporate restructuring | |||
Dispute resolution | |||
Energy, oil and gas | |||
Foreign direct investment | |||
Intellectual property | |||
Islamic finance | |||
Labour law | |||
Mergers and acquisitions | |||
Projects and natural resources | |||
Real estate and construction | |||
Shipping and aviation | |||
Tax and customs | |||
Technology, media and telecommunications | |||
Anti-corruption compliance |
Lawyer Profiles
Photo | Name | Position | Profile |
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Bono Daru Adji | Managing Partner, Assegaf Hamzah & Partners | View Profile | |
Ahmad Fikri Assegaf | Partner and Co-Founder, Assegaf Hamzah & Partners | View Profile | |
Chandra M. Hamzah | Partner, Assegaf Hamzah & Partners | View Profile | |
Eri Hertiawan | Co-Head, Dispute Resolution, Assegaf Hamzah & Partners | View Profile | |
Zacky Zainal Hussein | Partner, Assegaf Hamzah & Partners | View Profile | |
Dewi Kamaratih Soeharto | Co-Head, Intellectual Property, Assegaf Hamzah & Partners | View Profile | |
Ahmad Maulana | Partner, Assegaf Hamzah & Partners | View Profile |