Amidst the rapid evolution of Indonesia’s legal industry, AMAR Law Firm & Public Interest Law Office emerges with a distinctive approach. While firmly committed to high standards of legal professionalism, AMAR also believes that the practice of law should never be separated from social responsibility and a strong alignment with the public interest.
Founded out of concern for the limited access to justice among vulnerable communities—and the growing need for ethical, impactful legal assistance—AMAR positions itself as a bridge between commercial legal services and values-driven advocacy. Within this firm, paid legal services, pro bono work, and public interest advocacy operate in unison, driven by the same core purpose: justice for all.
Law as a Medium for Change
AMAR views the law not merely as a tool for resolving disputes, but as a powerful instrument for social change. The firm is actively involved in a wide range of public interest issues, including anti-corruption efforts, environmental protection, the right to education and healthcare, animal welfare, and the defense of artistic freedom and freedom of expression.
By employing a combination of litigation and non-litigation strategies, AMAR contributes to shaping policies that are more just and inclusive. One example of this commitment is when AMAR represented civil society in a citizen lawsuit on air pollution in Jakarta—a landmark step in asserting the public’s right to a clean and healthy environment.
In addition to its public interest work, AMAR has built a strong reputation in the corporate legal field. The firm handles diverse matters including civil and criminal litigation, dispute resolution, labor and employment law, licensing, technology and data regulation, intellectual property, taxation, and debt restructuring (including insolvency and suspension of payment proceedings).
AMAR supports both domestic and international companies in conducting business in a lawful, transparent, and sustainable manner. This approach not only ensures legal security for clients, but also encourages corporate practices that are socially and environmentally responsible.
Professionalism Without Compromise
What sets AMAR apart from many other law firms is its unwavering commitment to delivering high-quality legal services across all engagements—whether for major corporate clients or pro bono support for underserved communities.
At AMAR, “professionalism is an obligation.” The firm maintains that justice and legal ethics must never be compromised, even when the case in question offers no financial return.
To uphold this standard, AMAR adopts a value-based approach to every legal matter. Each engagement begins with a comprehensive assessment of the client’s legal and social context, followed by the formulation of an appropriate legal strategy and meticulous execution guided by integrity and efficiency. Advocacy does not stop at the courtroom—AMAR remains committed to ensuring lasting impact for those they represent.
AMAR is led by legal experts with national and international credentials. At the helm is Alghiffari Aqsa, S.H., former Director of Jakarta Legal Aid Institute (LBH Jakarta), widely known as a public interest lawyer with an extensive network across Southeast Asia.
He is joined by Handa S. Abidin, S.H., LL.M., Ph.D., a legal scholar and expert in environmental law and climate change, whose academic work is archived in the libraries of Harvard and Yale. The AMAR team also includes human rights researchers, corporate law practitioners, and legal consultants with cross-sectoral expertise and experience.
This diversity of backgrounds ensures that AMAR is not only technically competent but also sensitive to the social, cultural, and political contexts that shape the legal landscape.
Trusted by Clients Across Sectors
AMAR’s work spans a wide range of sectors and stakeholders. The firm is trusted by:
- Multinational corporations such as Mitsubishi Heavy Industries, Wikimedia Foundation, and Earthjustice
- National institutions and civil society organizations including Komnas HAM, the Corruption Eradication Commission (KPK), Greenpeace Indonesia, Watchdoc, and Kita Bisa Foundation
- Individuals and grassroots communities such as Novel Baswedan, Dandhy Laksono, the Dialita Choir, and the Sentul City Residents’ Committee
This wide-ranging experience demonstrates AMAR’s adaptability—meeting the needs of modern corporations while supporting communities in pursuit of their rights.
Meeting Challenges with Integrity and Purpose
Running a law firm that balances commercial objectives and public interest is no easy task. AMAR faces numerous challenges, from market pressures and resource constraints to resistance against structural change.
Yet AMAR remains confident: as long as intentions are rooted in integrity and core values are upheld, support will follow. At every step, AMAR welcomes feedback, reminders, and collaboration—because building justice is not a task to be undertaken alone.
If you represent a business seeking to operate within the bounds of the law, an organization advocating for a critical cause, or an individual in need of humane legal assistance—AMAR welcomes you.
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