Chambers Review
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Capital Markets - Indonesia
What the Team is Known For
UMBRA is well placed to advise clients on a range of capital markets issues such as IPOs, convertible bonds and take-private transactions. The firm counts prominent Indonesian banks, energy companies and state-owned enterprises among its clientele.
Strengths
They consistently provided not just legal advice but practical, solution-oriented guidance that aligned with our strategic goals.
What sets UMBRA apart is its rare mix of technical excellence and commercial acumen. It knows how to apply laws strategically, especially in high-pressure or time-sensitive scenarios.
UMBRA provides excellent services not only because their knowledge of relevant regulations is comprehensive and up-to-date, but also because their proposed solutions are outside the box.
Work Highlights
UMBR assisted the Government of the Republic of Indonesia in the issuance of Sovereign Bonds in dual currencies under an SEC-registered format, amounting to USD1.8 billion and EUR750 million, respectively.
Notable practitioners
Ahmad Zakaria is an up-and-coming practitioner in the market who is sought after by clients for complex IPOs and bond issuances. He is praised for his clear communication style and links to relevant regulatory bodies in Indonesia.
Ahmad is very responsive, solution-oriented and has a deep understanding of our business.
He combines strong technical capability with a practical understanding of how deals need to move forward. His advice is consistently clear, well considered and aligned with our commercial priorities.
He consistently goes beyond standard expectations, whether through innovative strategies, thoughtful collaboration, or a proactive approach to anticipating client needs.