Firms To Watch: Real estate and construction

GHP Law Firm has experience advising on a variety of real estate matters, including property acquisitions, commercial leasing, project development, and land disputes. Key members of the team include Naufal Fileindi and Yohanes Masengi.

Real estate and construction in Indonesia

ABNR Counsellors at Law

ABNR Counsellors at Law continues to prove itself as a leading firm for high-value commercial real estate transactions. The team has experience advising on a wide range of matters, including acquisitions, real estate development projects, commercial leases, and foreign ownership of land. Heading the practice, Rita Tyastuti Taufik regularly assists property developers on an array of development projects relating to hospitality, retail, and residential real estate. Ayik Candrawulan Gunadi and Danny Tanuwijaya are further standout members of the team. Gunadi is noted for his skill at advising on major infrastructure projects, while Tanuwijaya has experience handling complex financing arrangements relating to real estate and property development.

Responsables de la pratique:

Rita Tyastuti Taufik


Autres avocats clés:

Danny Tanuwijaya; Gustaaf Reerink; Ayik Candrawulan Gunadi; Agus Ahadi Derajat


Les références

‘The relationship between the partners and associates is very good, which makes their team united in working to serve their clients.’

‘Agus Ahadi Deradjat responds quickly to questions and data needs.’

Principaux clients

PT. Nirvana Wastu Pratama


China Everbright Environment Group Limited


China Tianying Inc


Daikin Industries, Ltd.


GDS Holdings Ltd


Goodhope Asia Holdings Ltd


Granitor Systems APAC


IMCD Group


PT Baker Hughes Indonesia


PT Meulaboh Power Generation


PT Tanggamus Electric Power


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised PT Daikin Industries Indonesia on its acquisition of a large parcel of land in the Deltamas industrial estate near Jakarta.
  • Acted for PT Manggung Polahraya Tbk, an Indonesian construction and property company, regarding its initial public offering.
  • Advising PT Bank Negara Indonesia (Persero) Tbk regarding the viability of a construction contract with PT PP after taking the company’s debt restructuring into account.

Assegaf Hamzah & Partners

Assegaf Hamzah & Partners remains a go-to firm for clients seeking advice on a wide range of matters within the real estate sector, including joint ventures, development projects, acquisitions, and due diligence. The team also has extensive experience assisting clients undertaking major infrastructure projects. The practice is co-led by Yogi Sudrajat Marsono and Heru Pamungkas. Marsono is skilled at handling construction agreements and large real estate transactions. Pamungkas is noted for his in-depth knowledge of property and land law. Agnes Maria Wardhana is another key member of the team; she has experience in leasing matters, property development projects, and permit requirements.

Responsables de la pratique:

Yogi Sudrajat Marsono; Heru Pamungkas


Autres avocats clés:

Agnes Maria Wardhana


Les références

‘I was consistently impressed by their meticulous attention to detail and their adept handling of multifaceted legal matters. Their team demonstrated a remarkable proficiency in addressing a broad spectrum of real estate issues, from intricate contract negotiations to comprehensive due diligence processes.’

‘The attention to detail, coupled with their unwavering commitment to client satisfaction, ensured that every aspect of a case is handled with the utmost professionalism and care.’

‘AHP’s approach to client relations is both personable and professional. Heru Pamungkas and Yogi Sudrajad Marsono take the time to understand our specific needs and concerns, ensuring that their legal strategies are tailored to our unique situation.’

Principaux clients

Gurit Group


Iron Mountain Pte Ltd


Ministry of State Secretariat


PT Ajinomoto Indonesia


PT Aneka Tambang Tbk.


PT BASF Indonesia


PT Bio Farma


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


PT Perkebunan Nusantara X


PT Regus Business Centre Indonesia


PT Samanea Tangerang Development


Principaux dossiers


Bagus Enrico & Partners (BE Partners)

Bagus Enrico & Partners (BE Partners) has a strong construction and infrastructure offering with its capabilities ranging from the negotiation of building projects through to the procurement of necessary resources and materials. The team has been involved in a variety of notable developments, including toll roads, highways, and power plants. They also have experience in resolving construction-related disputes through various media such as mediation, arbitration, and litigation. In addition to the construction practice, the team has notable capabilities in handling commercial property transactions relating to hotels, shopping malls, and industrial estates. The practice is co-led by Bagus Nur Buwono, Enrico Iskandar, and Jeany Tabita.

Responsables de la pratique:

Bagus Nur Buwono; Enrico Iskandar; Jeany Tabita


Principaux clients

Karma Royal Group


Larsen & Toubro Construction


SIWA Group


PT Keller Franki Indonesia & Keller Singapore


Jazz Hipster Corporation


Bridge Data Centre Pte. Ltd


China Road and Bridge Corporation


Long John Group


Thai Union Feedmill Company Ltd


Boilermech SDN BHD


International Federation of Red Cross and Red Crescent Society


PT Sayana Integra Properti


Baramulti Group


AnJie Broad Law Firm


PT Arto Investa Pramathana


Zen Rooms


Principaux dossiers


Hadiputranto, Hadinoto & Partners

Mita Djajadiredja leads the real estate practice at Hadiputranto, Hadinoto & Partners. Djajadiredja is highly skilled at advising on complex transactions within the sector, including joint ventures, acquisitions, and financing arrangements. The team handles real estate matters across various sector, including retail, residential, office, and hospitality. Daniel Pardede is another recommended lawyer in the team, who is particularly experienced in navigating matters relating to data centres.

Responsables de la pratique:

Mita Djajadiredja


Autres avocats clés:

Daniel Pardede


Principaux clients

PT Telkom Data Ekosistem


Indonesia Investment Authority


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted for PT Telkom Data Ekosistem in relation to the formation of PT Teknologi Data Infrastruktur, which will develop a 51 MW IT Load hyperscale data centre in Batam.
  • Acted for the Indonesia Investment Authority on its equity joint venture with GDS Holdings Ltd, a leading data centre developer and operator in Asia, to establish a vehicle to co-invest in the development of a nationwide data centre platform in Indonesia.

Hiswara Bunjamin & Tandjung in association with Herbert Smith Freehills

Hiswara Bunjamin & Tandjung in association with Herbert Smith Freehills has a wealth of experience advising on a variety of real estate transactions, including acquisitions, investments and disposals, and joint ventures. Acting for clients such as Global Telecom Capital Partners Holding Limited and Singtel, the team also has a strength in advising on the development of data centres. Practice head Vik Tang is skilled at handling complex real estate transactions. Leading the practice alongside him, Irfan Ghazali is recommended for clients needing advice relating to telecom infrastructure projects. Astri Widita Kusumowidagdo is another notable member of the team, who regularly assists with some of the firm’s most complex cases.

Responsables de la pratique:

Vik Tang; Irfan Ghazali


Autres avocats clés:

Astri Widita Kusumowidagdo


Les références

‘The HBT team is able to understand the client’s requirements, meet tight deadlines, and untangle complex issues. They have a strong team of partners and great support from resourceful associates.’

‘It is always a pleasure working with Vik Tang and Astri Kusumowidagdo.’

Principaux clients

Marriott International, Inc


PT Indosat Tbk


PT Commonwealth Steel Indonesia


Singapore Telecommunication Ltd


Global Telecom Capital Partners Holding Limited


PT Dian Swastatika Sentosa Tbk


Genting Properties Sdn Bhd


GIC


Columbia Asia


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Singtel on its partnership with PT Telkom Data Ekosistem, a subsidiary of Telkom, and Medco on the development of a 17MW greenfield data centre in Batam.
  • Acted for PT Commonwealth Steel Indonesia on all aspects of its acquisition of land, assets, and a factory building in Serang to be used as a steel plant.
  • Advising Marriott International, Inc. on various matters relating to its management of luxury hotels across Indonesia.

Makes & Partners

Makes & Partners has extensive experience assisting large property management companies with both domestic and cross-border transactions. The team also advises on joint ventures relating to the construction and development of real estate projects. Spearheading the practice, Fransisca is noted for her skill at handling M&A matters, an expertise that she utilises when advising on complex acquisitions in the real estate sector. Angela Epiphani Reformanda and Nova Dahani are further integral members of the team, who both regularly assist clients with the sale and purchasing of property.

Responsables de la pratique:

Fransisca


Autres avocats clés:

Angela Epiphani Reformanda; Nova Dahani


Principaux clients

PT Agung Podomoro Land Tbk.


PT Summarecon Agung Tbk.


PT Universal Agri Bisnisindo


Principaux dossiers


  • Acted as the legal counsel of PT Agung Podomoro Tbk. in an acquisition matter relating to the Neo Soho Mall.
  • Acted for PT Universal Agri Bisnisindo in purchasing a feed mill located on a land owned by individuals under the Right of Ownership Certificate (Sertifikat Hak Milik).
  • Advising a prominent plastic manufacturing company in purchasing an office tower, in which the property is currently pledged to a third party.

SSEK Law Firm

SSEK Law Firm has a comprehensive real estate practice that advises on a wide range of property transactions within the residential, commercial, hospitality, and industrial sectors. The team has additional, in-depth experience assisting clients with the development of energy and mining projects. Denny Rahmansyah and Michael Twomey co-lead the practice. Rahmansyah is noted for his expertise in handling joint ventures and acquisitions within the real estate sector; he also regularly advises on commercial and office leases. Twomey stands out for his experience advising on complex hotel projects. Nico Mooduto is another recommended member of the team with an expertise in land acquisitions and construction matters relating to data centres.

Responsables de la pratique:

Denny Rahmansyah; Michael D. Twomey


Autres avocats clés:

Nico Mooduto; Michael S. Carl


Les références

‘Their responses are timely.’

‘Denny Rahmansyah manages cases very well and is familiar with what Japanese clients expect of a local legal advisor.’

Principaux clients

Ovolo Hotels


Aman Group


CFLD International


Country Garden Group


Samanea Group


LOGOS Property


Airbnb, Inc.


TSH Resources


Mitsubishi Estate Co., Ltd.


WeWork


Principaux dossiers


  • Assisted Ovolo Group with the acquisition of a resort hotel in Bali and then continued to assist the client with its operations in Bali.
  • Acted an air-conditioner manufacturer in the acquisition of two plots of lands with manufacturing facilities in an industrial estate in West Java province.
  • Assisted in the review of the lease agreements for AON Singapore’s subsidiaries regarding its office space in Jakarta.

Hanafiah Ponggawa & Partners – Dentons HPRP

Hanafiah Ponggawa & Partners – Dentons HPRP regularly advises clients such as property owners, developers, main contractors, and hotel operators. With more than three decades of experience, Al Hakim Hanafiah is recommended for complex real estate transactions. Trijoyo Ariwibowo is skilled at handling land acquisitions and the preparation of transaction documents for data centres; he also has experience advising and emending hotel lease agreements. Ariwibowo and Hanafiah lead the practice alongside Constant Ponggawa and Fabian Buddy Pascoal.

Responsables de la pratique:

Al Hakim Hanafiah; Constant M. Ponggawa; Fabian Buddy Pascoal; Trijoyo Ariwibowo


Principaux clients

Oil States Industries (Asia) Pte. Ltd


PT Quintus Real Estate and Data Centre


PT Indonesia Pomalaa Industry Park


PT American Express Indonesia


Park Asset Management LTD


PT BRIIX Financial Technology


Northmod PTE LTD


EDGNEX Operations Management Services LLC


Principaux dossiers


Leks&Co

Leks&Co offers a wide range of services relating to real estate and construction, including land acquisitions, property financing, construction contract disputes, and legal due diligence. The team is particularly skilled at handling real estate matters within the industrial and manufacturing sectors. Practice head Eddy Leks is a highly-experienced advisor on complex transactions and property development projects. Evawany Noerdin is another notable member of the team, who is recommended for his capabilities at resolving disputes within the real estate and construction sectors.

Responsables de la pratique:

Eddy Leks


Autres avocats clés:

Evawany Noerdin


Principaux clients

PT Coca Cola Bottling Indonesia


Principaux dossiers


  • Performed legal due diligence on plots of land for a proposed acquisition by PT Coca Cola Bottling Indonesia.
  • Advising a real estate developer on its plan to establish a joint operation to develop a residential complex.

Makarim & Taira S.

Makarim & Taira S. regularly advises clients such as hotel owners, manufacturers, power plant developers, and mining companies. The team has extensive experience handling a range of real estate matters, including title disputes, boundary issues, project development, and land acquisitions. Leading the practice, Rahayu Ningsih Hoed has more than three decades of experience in the field; she is especially recommended for her capabilities with advising on major infrastructure and mining projects.

Responsables de la pratique:

Rahayu Ningsih Hoed


Les références

‘They are responsive, proactive, and provide solutions to complex problems.’

‘They have a wealth of knowledge and experience. The responses are in depth and detailed.’

Principaux clients

ESR Group


Trina Solar Energy Development Pte. Ltd.


PT Daya Sukses Makmur Selaras


Principaux dossiers


Walalangi & Partners in association with Nishimura & Asahi

Walalangi & Partners in association with Nishimura & Asahi continues to be a go-to firm within the real estate sector. The team regularly advises on building and planning requirements, commercial leasing, land acquisitions, and property development. The practice is headed by managing partner Luky I. Walalangi, who has extensive experience assisting international property companies and developers with complex projects. Andhika Indrapraja is another key member of the team, who frequently assists with some of the firm’s most significant real estate transactions.

Responsables de la pratique:

Luky Walalangi


Autres avocats clés:

Andhika Indrapraja; Siti Kemala Nuraida; Hans Adiputra Kurniawan


Principaux clients

Accura Law Firm


AEL Indonesia


Airbus


Aramis Societe d’Avocats


Bank of Ayudhya Thailand


Berlian Sistem Informasi, PT


Buana Gemah Ripah


Casio Co., Ltd.


Daiwa


DeClout


Dharma Tatemono Property, PT


Dhost Telekomunikasi Nusantara


Diamond Development Indonesia, PT


Digital Payments Holdings, Pe., Ltd.


Electrolux Indonesia, PT


Essex Bio – Technology Limited


GCP Applied Technologies Indonesia, PT


Google Inc.


GS Yuasa Corporation


Hankyu Hanshin Properties Corp.


Principaux dossiers


  • Advised Mitsubishi Corporation and PT MC Urban Development Indonesia in their collective investment with the Indonesian Investment Authority and the ESR Group, regarding the development of logistic assets.