Active since 1993,
Makes & Partners excels in capital markets and has formidable banking and finance, corporate and M&A and restructuring practices. Founder and name partner
Yozua Makes leads the firm as managing partner. In 2014, it strengthened its regional presence by
entering into a strategic alliance with
WongPartnership in Singapore.
A significant capital market mandate saw the firm
advised
Mora
Telematika Indonesia in its issuance and public offering of Sukuk (sharia bonds). By
initiating the issuance and public offering of Sukuk, the
issuer set a precedent for other market players to follow suit, thereby shaping the landscape of capital markets and fostering innovation in financial instruments.
Recent examples of the firm’s
M&A work include
advising
Kohlberg Kravis Roberts (KKR)
in connection with its investment in Privy
Identitas Digital. The transaction represents a pioneering investment in the universal identity enabler sector by a formidable investment firm such as KKR. This groundbreaking move underscores the sector's potential for growth and innovation, setting a precedent for future investments in the region.
"Makes team of lawyers give a personalized brand of service. They are not only legal
experts but have a deep understanding of the practical aspects of the transaction and how the business drives the deals that we do. " (M&A client)
"The quality of advice and support is excellent, consistent and reliable. Their managing partner and other partners are very responsive to our business requirements. We always feel that we are well taken care of, and our legal needs are prioritized by the firm." (M&A client)
"Strong knowledge of the local law, find solutions for complex problems, swift follow up on queries, meet deadlines, strong communication skills as during negotiation process." (M&A client)
Plaza Indonesia Realty,
Summarecon Agung, Agung
Podomoro Land,
Soechi Lines,
Bundamedik, Bank
Mandiri, Lippo
Karawaci,
Profesional Telekomunikasi Indonesia, Tunas Baru Lampung, Mora
Telematika Indonesia
