ABNR Counsellors at Law has a prominent position acting for a range of premium aircraft lessons, routinely involved in both refinancings and commercial lease agreements. Additionally, the firm is engaged by lenders on multi-million dollar debt packages, represents clients in disputes, insolvency, and bankruptcy proceedings, and advises on employment matters. Emir Nurmansyah leads the team and is sought out for his expertise in both financing transactions and insolvencies and restructurings. Gustaaf Reerink comprehensively advises across the full spectrum of aviation-related matters, while Reynard Kevin Munando is noted for his supporting presence on procurement, financing and M&A deals.

Assegaf Hamzah & Partners is highly regarded in the market for its expertise in handling sensitive aviation disputes, particularly those involving accidents and payment obligations. It also assists both domestic and international clients with leases, financings, and acquisitions. Group lead Eri Hertiawan, whose practice spans competition law advice, restructurings, and disputes, is a port of call for a range of airlines and manufacturers. Alvin Ambardy is chiefly recognised for his arbitration work and represents clients in insolvency, debt and compliance-related cases.

Working for some of the foremost airline lessors in the Indonesian market, Hanafiah Ponggawa & Partners – Dentons HPRP has a diverse aviation practice, handling both domestic and cross-border matters, including aircraft repossessions, asset transfers, commercial contracts, and terminations, among other areas. Team head Andre Rahadian has a strong track record on lease terminations and aircraft repossessions, while co-head Hendra Ong demonstrates activity across the full range of instructions from lessors, airlines and financiers. Ken Atyk Nastiti is a further name of note and possesses a practice that straddles both contentious and non-contentious mandates.

Showcasing strong expertise in leasing, transferring, and buying and selling aircraft for both lessors and sponsors, TNB & Partners in association with Norton Rose Fulbright represents an impressive roster of global clients and has a deep understanding of the regulatory landscape within Indonesia’s aviation sector. Helming the practice is Tasdikiah Siregar, who is chiefly recognised for her extensive aviation financing work, acting for both lenders and borrowers. Wira Saputra is crucial to both the firm’s contentious and non-contentious mandates and has been highly active over the past twelve months.

Nurjadin Sumono Mulyadi & Partners is well positioned to advise a range of international clients on aircraft leasing, representing both lessors and lessees. Additionally, the firm is expanding its practice in environmental law, with a strong focus on carbon trading. Team head Iwan Nurjadin maintains close connections with aircraft owners, manufacturers, operators, and financial institutions, overseeing a number of leases and financings. Co-head Vera Noviani Harwanto has core expertise in M&A and corporate restructurings, assisting both foreign and domestic clients. Stella Aftori comes recommended.

Roosdiono & Partners (a member firm of the KPMG Law network) supports clients on a wide range of aviation-related matters, offering comprehensive assistance on acquisitions, financing, fleet management, business restructurings, and digital and technology initiatives. Fadjar Kandar leads the practice and is recognised for his corporate, M&A and finance expertise. Louise Patricia Esmeralda also comes recommended for her transactional expertise and understanding of the regulatory landscape.