AFS Partnership’s dispute resolution remains a trusted advisor to clients in the broadcasting, financial services, energy, and mining sectors. The team regularly assists with shareholder and investment agreement disputes and criminal proceedings concerning allegations of fraud and embezzlement. Andi Fanano Simangunsong brings extensive litigation expertise. Bryan Bernadi handles arbitration and represents creditors in syndicated loan disputes. Andar Reinhard Hasiholan Panggabean’s expertise covers criminal law, restructuring, and insolvency, as well as corruption cases involving state-owned enterprises and disputes concerning cross-border asset seizures. All mentioned lawyers act as co-chairs.
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Profile

Work Department
Commercial Litigation, Arbitration, Criminal, Corruption, Bankruptcy and Suspention of Payment
Position

Managing Partner

Career

Andi Simangunsong is well known for his extensive experience in litigation practice. He graduated from the Faculty of Law of University of Indonesia. Prior to establishing AFS Partnership, Andi had spent more than seven years in one of Indonesia's most prestigious litigation law firms while he also dedicated his time serving as the Director of a prominent (Pro bono) legal aid foundation.

In more than 20 (twenty) years of practice now, Andi has been handling numerous high- profile cases and disputes from all areas of litigation. He also represents other numerous of high-profile disputes in Indonesia.

Languages
English and Bahasa Indonesia
Memberships
Indonesia Advocates Association (PERADI) and Indonesian Association of Receiver and Administrator (IKAPI).
Education

Universitas Indonesia, obtained his Bachelor of Law degree in 2003.

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Testimonials

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  • ‘The individuals I’ve worked with consistently demonstrate a rare combination of technical excellence, strategic thinking, and genuine client commitment. What sets them apart is their ability to remain calm and focused under pressure, while navigating complex disputes with clarity and precision.' 
  • 'Notable individuals include Andi Simangunsong, Canra Sinambela, and Christma Celi Maa, who bring exceptional leadership to high-stakes matters.’

Key clients

  • Tor Asia Credit Master Fund LP
  • PT ZTE Indonesia

Work highlights

Acted for creditors in claim brought by debtors alleging malicious PKPU applications.