‘One of the most established litigation practices in Indonesia’, Assegaf Hamzah & Partners is instructed by a host of Southeast Asian clients for litigation. The firm has a large body of work pertaining to insurance issues, as well as assisting clients in the maritime and real estate sectors. The firm is also skilled in alternative dispute resolution and has represented clients across a number of international arbitration institutions. Practice head Chandra Hamzah has been the main driver behind the firm’s established corruption compliance offering. Co-head Eri Hertiawan is praised as ‘the go-to partner for high stakes litigation in Indonesia’, while Asep Ridwan’s work largely centres on competition and bankruptcy issues. Simon Barrie Sasmoyo is a skilled arbitrator.

Hadiputranto, Hadinoto & Partners is a popular choice for multinationals who rely on the firm’s skill in litigation and arbitration, particularly those in the construction arena involved in contentions pertaining to contract violations, delays and payment issues. The firm also has a substantial body of insurance-related work. A highly respected practitioner in his field, team head Andi Kadir is often instructed on complex, multi-faceted cross-border cases and has a client roster that includes multinational commercial banks, marquee professional services firms, and construction, infrastructure and manufacturing companies.

Hiswara Bunjamin & Tandjung in association with Herbert Smith Freehills boasts a robust track record in handling civil, criminal, and commercial disputes. Recently, it has tackled cases involving corruption and money laundering, sanctions, breach of contract, tort claims, and challenges to arbitral awards. Team head Debby Sulaiman has extensive experience litigating before Indonesian courts, as well as domestic and international arbitrations, and is noted for her stellar counsel in bankruptcy and debt restructuring processes. Prawidha Murti is a key figure for energy, manufacturing and TMT clients, and Tedy Rachmanto, who was promoted to partner in May 2024, regularly acts for clients in criminal and corruption cases.

ABNR Counsellors at Law has a considerable international reach, advising numerous European and Pan-Asian industry leaders on a broad spectrum of litigation cases, in addition to representing clients across various arbitration centers. Recent work includes cases involving force majeure, tort claims, bribery and corruption allegations, and contract disputes. Group lead Sahat Siahaan boasts a strong track record across all levels of the Indonesian judicial system and is highly active on shipping disputes, a core part of the firm’s caseload. Co-head Ulyarta Naibaho has a diverse practice, with a notable strength in handling corruption-related matters. Ridzky Amin has recently been active on arbitral enforcement awards. Riedel Lontoh also comes recommended.

Hanafiah Ponggawa & Partners – Dentons HPRP excels in insurance, construction and employment disputes, active on a number of high profile litigation proceedings in Indonesia alongside a strong body of international arbitration work. Team head Sartono’s far-reaching practice has particular strength in employment disputes. Co-head Linna Simamora, who is another key name for employment matters, has recently been active on management disputes and banking and finance contentions, while Danny Bonar Sinaga has an astute knowledge of the energy, infrastructure and natural resources sectors. Gading Sanyjaya is experienced acting before a number of international arbitration institutions, and Timothy Inkiriwang handles both criminal and civil cases. Egaputra Novia also comes recommended.

Makarim & Taira S. has a diverse practice, showcasing its skill in complex, cross-border disputes, with particular strength in arbitration proceedings and enforcing arbitral awards. The team acts on a diverse array of matters, including, but not limited to, environmental licensing disputes, construction and insurance conflicts, land ownership disagreements, as well as insolvency and liquidation challenges. Team head Rahayu Ningsih Hoed has over thirty years of market experience and is the go-to adviser for a wealth of prominent multinationals and state-owned enterprises. Rudy Andreas Halomoan Sitorus has a growing body of work pertaining to criminal litigation. Lia Alizia and Harris Toengkagie left the firm in October 2024.

A team widely lauded for its ‘diverse qualifications and experience in handling different aspects of the litigation process’, AFS Partnership has a wide body of work pertaining to both civil and criminal cases, showcasing particular excellence in corruption proceedings. In the commercial arena, the firm has a roster of lenders and borrowers it acts for in financial disputes, as well as being regularly sought out by shareholders, investors and corporates in management disputes. Spearheading the practice is Andi Fanano Simangunsong who is praised for his ‘profound expertise in commercial litigation, arbitration, criminal, bankruptcy and suspension of payments proceedings’. Bryan Bernadi heads the commercial dispute division, and Andar Reinhard Hasiholan Panggabean spearheads the criminal division.

Hogan Lovells in association with Dewi Negara Fachri & Partners is highly experienced in international arbitration, frequently collaborating with global colleagues on cases with an Indonesian element. It also handles a wide spectrum of disputes through litigation, alternative dispute resolution, regulatory investigations, and white-collar crime matters, excelling in areas such as corruption proceedings, internal investigations, and fraud cases. Group lead Chalid Heyder is a highly proficient litigator and has a wealth of experience acting across a number of international arbitration institutions. Co-head Teguh Darmawan is the go-to in the practice for criminal disputes and is also well-positioned to advise on cases relating to the energy and infrastructure sectors. Julia Nugroho also comes recommended.

Hutabarat Halim & Rekan handles litigation across Indonesia and the region, offering comprehensive services in both local and international disputes. The firm’s expertise spans civil, corporate, and commercial cases, criminal proceedings, banking and finance disputes, intellectual property, antitrust issues, bankruptcy, and more, utilising both the courts and alternate dispute resolution. Pheo Hutabarat and Yuris Hakim lead the group and are noted for their strength in commercial disputes. Co-head Asido Panjaitan is an experienced litigator with a background in employment law. Co-head Luthfi Putera is well placed to act on tech and IP cases.

With demonstrable experience across the manufacturing, mining, pharmaceutical, and energy sectors, Oentoeng Suria & Partners in association with Ashurst handles a range of disputes, from corporate crime investigations to construction cases, in addition to citizen lawsuits and class actions. Hillman Sembiring leads the team and represents domestic and international clients in class actions, citizen lawsuits, financial derivative cases, arbitrations and import-export disputes. Sembiring is ably supported by Rizki Imral Rakhim.

Soemadipradja & Taher has notable credentials in commercial litigation and arbitration, representing an extensive list of multinational industry players. The oil and gas sector has been a particular area of activity for the firm, recently handling land disputes, breach of contract disputes, and debt recovery proceedings. Practice head Erie Hotman Tobing covers a comprehensive spectrum of disputes, including domestic and international arbitration, restructuring, insolvency, and corruption investigations. Nira Nazarudin is highly engaged in transport and insurance disputes, with a standout record in environmental law cases. Romi Emirat brings extensive experience in both civil and criminal litigation.

SSEK Law Firm covers a spectrum of high-stakes litigation, with expertise in shipping disputes, bankruptcy, fraud and embezzlement cases, and corruption and wrongdoing claims. The group also has a solid track record in alternative dispute resolution, acting on mediation and arbitration in a variety of domestic and overseas institutions. Dewi Savitri Reni leads the team and acts for a cohort of clients including wealth managers, energy and infrastructure corporates, and multinational manufacturers. Alongside commercial disputes, Mahareksha Singh Dillon is a go-to in the practice for police investigations, and Michael Carl is chiefly recognised for his work in energy and natural resources disputes.

With a caseload that focuses on disputes in the real estate and manufacturing sectors, Leks&Co represents a mix of Indonesian industry players on a range of disputes relating to contractual, project and employment issues. Eddy Leks leads the team and stands out for his property expertise, acting as the key individual in the practice’s most consequential disputes. Evawany Noerdin is highly experienced in both litigation and arbitration.

Nurjadin Sumono Mulyadi & Partners is instructed by banks, state-owned enterprises and corporates across all levels of the Indonesian court system. Recently, the firm has been active on real estate, infrastructure and banking and finance cases, representing clients in relation to loan repayments and unlawful act claims. Department head Mulyadi is the main driver behind practice matters and is regularly supported by Fajar Siahaan.

TNB & Partners in association with Norton Rose Fulbright leverages its association to handle complex, international litigation and arbitration. The firm excels at criminal investigations, often overseeing cases centred on corruption, embezzlement and fraud. Team head Kresna Panggabean specialises in commercial and employment law, with over twenty years of experience in criminal investigations, litigation and arbitration across sectors like agribusiness, oil and gas, and mining. Dandi Hamid supports an array of matters.

Respected for its counsel in both high-stakes court cases and arbitrations, UMBRA – Strategic Legal Solutions is active in a range of sectors, including manufacturing, financial services, energy and real estate, for a wide array of clients. Melati Siregar spearheads the practice and is the go-to in the team for representation in commercial, civil and criminal cases. Nikki Krisadtyo acts for state-owned and multinational financial institutions in both litigation and arbitration. Ahmad Ramadinan Saptara brings capabilities in white collar investigations.