Capital Markets - Indonesia
What the team is known for
Makes & Partners is a premier capital markets law group, predominantly acting for leading Indonesian corporates on both debt and equity offerings. The team regularly handles big-ticket IPOs, rights issues and bond offerings, advising clients from numerous sectors including real estate and telecoms. The firm's senior lawyers are recognised by commentators for their longstanding experience and Indonesian market connections. Lippo Karawaci, Profesional Telekomunikasi Indonesia and Golden Energy and Resources are clients.
Strengths
"Advice provided by Makes & Partners has been very practical and supportive for the business."
"They are always reachable and prompt to respond whenever needed."
Work highlights
Makes & Partners advised Global Digital Niaga (Blibli) on its IPO on the Indonesian Stock Exchange.
Notable practitioners
Yozua Makes is one of Indonesia's pre-eminent capital markets law experts. He is best known for advising on initial public offerings in Indonesia, particularly those in highly regulated industries. "He is a very strong and reliable lawyer."
Iwan Setiawan is an established capital markets lawyer in Indonesia. He continues to be highly active handling IPOs, rights issues and bond offerings. "He is a senior and highly regarded lawyer who often comes up with practical solutions that put the business at the front and centre." "He can give us a broad point of view in the transaction and gives very good advice to mitigate any risks that arise."