Founded in 1980 by Harvard alumni, Nono Anwar Makarim and Frank Taira Supit, Makarim & Taira S. (M&T) has grown into one of Indonesia’s premier business law firms. We offer a full range of corporate, banking, litigation and specialist legal services to national and international clients. With strong connections to policymakers, regulators, state-owned companies and industry groups, we provide unique insights into government policies and industry developments. We guide clients through Indonesia’s complex regulatory landscape so they can achieve their commercial goals.

Committed to excellence and efficiency, we deliver timely and commercially-oriented service. M&T offers practical solutions and advice on all aspects of doing business in Indonesia, from initial foreign investment to successful establishment and operation. Our services cover projects & energy, employment, intellectual property, franchising & licensing, construction, dispute resolution, M&A, banking & finance and capital market deals. Several clients have been with us since our establishment, and we have grown together over the years, appreciating their trust and loyalty as the best testament to our service quality.

What Our Clients Say

The Legal 500 Asia-Pacific 2022

“The team’s expertise, competence and integrity are the reasons why we trust Makarim & Taira S. to provide us with their consultancy services.”

“The team is driven and motivated and willing to go the extra mile for clients. They are technically strong and commercial-minded at the same time.”

“Bilingual proficiency, responsiveness and accessibility.”

“Local know-how; pragmatic advice.”

“The lawyers are experts in the area. We feel comfortable working with them, they listen to what we say and need, and respond in time.”

“Makarim has assisted us with an Indonesian arbitration matter for a Global Fortune 500 client against a prominent Indonesian state-owned listed company. The firm gave an overall impression of soundness and practical commercial sense. Definitely one to keep on our panel to refer work to – communication skills are good.”

“This is a small, dedicated team that can protect clients’ interests in the Indonesian courts. They are able to recommend creative strategies and solutions.”

IFLR1000 Asia-Pacific 2020-2021

"Excellent in know-how and efficiency."

"Provided sound advice and went out of their way to assist us over the Christmas period."

"Knowledgeable, attentive, timely in terms of responses. Sensible advice. "

"The Makarim team understands the client's issue and is able to provide quick feedback."

"As we do not have in-house legal in country M&T has provided consistent support across all areas with strong working knowledge of our organisation and its people."

Chambers Asia-Pacific 2022

"The strengths definitely lie in the legal abilities of their lawyers. Each is an expert in their field. Staffing projects with the appropriate expertise and level is another strength."

"We are very pleased with their responsiveness, standard of work and group organisation. They are a pleasure to work with."

"They are seasoned litigators who are resourceful and practical in their solutions. Their advice and guidance are precisely to our needs."

Asialaw Profile 2022

“The firm was extremely responsive and provided very effective legal advice.” 

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