Hendrik Silalahi

Experience

Hendrik Silalahi is the co-founder and senior partner of William Hendrik & Siregar Djojonegoro, one of the fastest-growing law firms in Indonesia. He has developed a reputation for his hands-on involvement in complex corporate transactions, particularly mergers and acquisitions, both domestically and across borders. Before co-founding his own firm, Hendrik held senior roles at one of Jakarta’s largest law firms and worked for a big four accounting firm. He has also served as general counsel for several leading multinational companies and major Indonesian conglomerates, providing him with well-rounded expertise in both corporate advisory and dispute resolution.

Specialty

Hendrik Silalahi specializes in mergers and acquisitions (M&A), as well as capital markets, corporate and commercial law, inbound investment, aviation, and taxation. He is particularly recognized for his successful management of Initial Public Offerings (IPOs), joint ventures, and other high-profile corporate resolutions across diverse industries such as telecommunications, shipping, and beverages. His practice is characterized by a deep understanding of Indonesia’s legal, regulatory, and commercial landscape, enabling him to guide clients through complex and technically demanding transactions.

Education

Hendrik Silalahi graduated with a law degree from the University of Indonesia’s Faculty of Law in 1997.

• Capital Market Lawyer of the Year 2024 awarded to Hendrik Silalahi for his vital role in facilitating numerous Initial Public Offerings (IPOs) and excellence in navigating complex legal frameworks2.

• Ranked second among IPO Legal Advisors in 2021 for handling the most IPO transactions in 2019, highlighting his leadership in capital market transactions1.

• Recognized in Hukumonline Capital Market Lawyers Rankings 2024 for being among the top lawyers for largest IPO issuances and most IPO transactions, reflecting his major case successes in M&A and capital markets34.

• Co-founder and senior partner of William Hendrik & Siregar Djojonegoro Law Group, a leading Indonesian law firm highly ranked for M&A, capital markets, and IPO transactions, demonstrating his leadership role in the firm and industry25.

• Played a key role in the firm’s recognition as a Recommended Law Firm by Asialaw for IPO transactions, Capital Market, Mergers and Acquisitions, and noted as a Notable Practitioner for Litigation and Dispute Resolution1.