Jakarta, 15 May 2025 – ADCO Law, a leading Indonesian law firm and a proud member of the Alliott Global Alliance, is pleased to announce the appointment of Marinza Savanthy as Counsel. Marinza brings a wealth of legal expertise honed over her career, particularly in the energy, infrastructure, and natural resources sectors. Her expertise spans…
In Indonesia’s dynamic employment landscape, labour law compliance is critical to fostering a transparent, fair, and productive workplace. From ensuring fair wages and lawful termination to promoting workplace safety and inclusivity, compliance enhances employee trust, reduces disputes, and strengthens organizational stability. When embedded into daily operations—through clear contracts, consistent policies, and regular audits—compliance also supports…
Jakarta, 29 April 2025 – Every journey begins with a vision—and today, that vision has taken us one step further. ADCO Law is proud to announce its nominations in two highly coveted categories at the ALB SE Asia Awards 2025: Young Lawyer of the Year – Alta Mahandara Project Finance Deal of the Year –…
Corporate crimes have become increasingly complex in the modern era, particularly within the context of Indonesia’s evolving criminal law system. The question of whether directors can be held criminally liable for crimes committed by corporations is becoming ever more relevant, especially considering that corporate crimes are now more covert, systemic, and far-reaching due to technological…
As Eid al-Fitr approaches, discussions on Religious Holiday Allowances or Tunjangan Hari Raya (“THR”) resurface, particularly regarding online drivers and couriers. While THR for formal employees is a legal obligation under labor law, gig workers like online drivers are not entitled to it. In response to this, the government issued a recommendation through Minister of…
Indonesia has officially entered the bullion banking sector with PT Pegadaian (Persero) (“Pegadaian”) and PT Bank Syariah Indonesia Tbk (“BSI”) becoming the country’s first bullion banks, following approval from the Financial Services Authority (Otoritas Jasa Keuangan – “OJK”). This milestone enables regulated gold-related financial services, including deposits, financing, trading, and safekeeping. Governed by Law No….
Jakarta, March 2025 – We are delighted to share that Dendi Adisuryo, Senior Partner at ADCO Law, has been recognized as one of Indonesia’s Most Influential Lawyers 2025 in The 200 Club by Hukumonline. This acknowledgment celebrates individuals who have played a pivotal role in shaping Indonesia’s legal landscape, advocating for the rule of law,…
Bribery in Human Resource Management (“HRM”) poses significant risks to a company’s integrity, efficiency, and employee morale. Bribery can occur in recruitment, promotions, payroll management, and training allocations, leading to favoritism, nepotism, and financial misconduct. To mitigate these risks, companies must implement strict anti-bribery measures, including merit-based recruitment, ethics training, and disciplinary actions against violations….
Employment discrimination in Indonesia remains a significant issue, impacting fairness and productivity in the workplace. To address this, Indonesia has aligned its laws with international standards, notably by ratifying the International Labour Organization (“ILO”) Convention Number 111 Concerning Discrimination in Respect of Employment and Occupation through Law Number 21 of 1999 (“Law 21/1999“) and enacting…
Advocates play a crucial role as guardians of justice in carrying out their duties. To protect advocates from threats or intimidation that could hinder their professional responsibilities, the law grants what is known as advocate immunity. But what exactly is this immunity, and why is it so critical in legal practice? What is Advocate Immunity? …