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Indonesia

The Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad) rankings table below has been designed to provide the most in-depth insights and reviews of the top ranked lawyers and law firms. The firms included in our rankings have been recommended by in-house counsel, other third-party experts and private practice lawyers. Our comprehensive research ensures you have all the information needed when looking to purchase legal services across Indonesia.

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Eminent Practitioners

  1. Singapore: David H Zemans
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    Singapore: David H Zemans
    Milbank LLP
    Milbank LLP | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Eminent Practitioners | 21 Years Ranked
    David Zemans sits in Singapore and earns recognition for finance and M&A work in Indonesia. He advises major Indonesian and international financial institutions and corporates on cross-border mandates.
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Band 1

  1. Singapore: Jacqueline Chan
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    Singapore: Jacqueline Chan
    Milbank LLP
    Milbank LLP | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 1 | 14 Years Ranked
    Jacqueline Chan is based in Singapore and is highly regarded for her proficiency in M&A and joint venture transactions in the Indonesian market, across numerous sectors.
  2. 1
    Singapore: Melissa Ng
    Clifford Chance
    Clifford Chance | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 1 | 13 Years Ranked
    Melissa Ng is based in Singapore. She is a highly reputed lawyer, well versed across M&A in Indonesia, including in the energy and infrastructure sectors.
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Band 2

  1. Singapore: Charlie Wilson
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    Singapore: Charlie Wilson
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 2 | 14 Years Ranked
    Charlie Wilson is well versed in advising Indonesian and international corporates on M&A. Based in Singapore, he handles deals in sectors such as energy and technology.
  2. 2
    Singapore: Sophie Mathur
    Linklaters Singapore Pte. Ltd.
    Linklaters Singapore Pte. Ltd. | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 2 | 14 Years Ranked
    Sophie Mathur is a well-established lawyer in the Singapore M&A market, with a history of handling Indonesian transactions. Her expertise in this market includes activity in the banking sector.
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Band 3

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    Singapore: James Clayton-Payne
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 3 | 5 Years Ranked
    James Clayton-Payne is an established corporate and M&A lawyer based in Singapore. He has significant expertise in the Indonesian market, representing private equity investors and Indonesian corporates in transactions in the technology and energy sectors.
  2. Singapore: Nigel Gleeson
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    Singapore: Nigel Gleeson
    Freshfields
    Freshfields | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 3 | 10 Years Ranked
    Nigel Gleeson in Singapore is noted for his capabilities in advising private equity firms and multinational corporates on M&A and fundraising rounds in Indonesia. His focus includes deals in e-commerce, technology and infrastructure.
  3. Singapore: Parthiv Rishi
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    Singapore: Parthiv Rishi
    Sidley Austin LLP
    Sidley Austin LLP | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 3 | 2 Years Ranked
    Parthiv Rishi in Singapore regularly advises investors and companies on venture capital transactions in the Indonesian market, as well as handling corporate acquisitions.
  4. 3
    Singapore: Sidharth Bhasin
    Latham & Watkins LLP | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 3 | 14 Years Ranked
    Sidharth Bhasin is experienced in energy, natural resources and technology sector transactions involving major Indonesian corporates. He comes well recommended for his credentials in M&A investments. He is based in Latham & Watkins' Singapore office.
  5. Singapore: Joel Shen
    Withers KhattarWong | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 3
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Band 4

  1. China: Jonathan B Stone
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    China: Jonathan B Stone
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom and Affiliates
    Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom and Affiliates | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 4 | 21 Years Ranked
    Jonathan Stone is highly reputed for his experience and expertise in debt capital markets, often acting for leading Indonesian issuers. He is based in Skadden's Hong Kong office and also handles ECM work.
  2. Singapore: Johnny Lim
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    Singapore: Johnny Lim
    Resource Law LLC
    Resource Law LLC | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 4 | 2 Years Ranked
    Johnny Lim in Singapore is a partner at Reed Smith and a director at Resource Law LLC. He focuses his practice on M&A and joint ventures, with a steady flow of Indonesia-focused work in such sectors as energy, mining and healthcare.
  3. Singapore: Jon Bowden
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    Singapore: Jon Bowden
    Freshfields
    Freshfields | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 4 | 7 Years Ranked

    Jon Bowden in Singapore advises multinational corporates and financial institutions on M&A in the Indonesian market. He has experience handling a variety of transactions across the region, including investments, joint ventures and public M&A. 

  4. Singapore: Kyle Lee
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    Singapore: Kyle Lee
    WongPartnership LLP
    WongPartnership LLP | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 4 | 1 Years Ranked

    Kyle Lee co-heads the firm's start-up and venture capital practice. He is well regarded for advising venture capital firms and other private investors on their inbound investments into Indonesia. He advises across a range of sectors, and is particularly noted for his work in connection with the technology and fintech space.

  5. Singapore: Rina Lee
    IndonLegal Works Pte. Ltd. | Corporate/M&A (International Firms) (Expertise Based Abroad)
    2025 | Band 4