Profile Darmawan

Darmawan, S.H

Partner

Darmawan is a Partner with more than seven years of professional experience in corporate law, litigation support, intellectual property, and government affairs. He has worked across reputable law firms and government institutions, including APRJ & Partners, Eternity Global Law Firm, Deni Ramon Siregar & Partners, LBH Advokasi Masyarakat Indonesia, and the Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia to the Arab Republic of Egypt.

A PERADI-certified Advocate, Darmawan combines strong legal research and drafting capabilities with practical experience in corporate documentation, commercial debt recovery, trademark analysis, and regulatory compliance. His background in government service and international diplomatic environments has strengthened his analytical skills, professionalism, and ability to work effectively under pressure. He is recognized for his strong communication skills, public speaking ability, and negotiation aptitude.

Education

  • Bachelor of Laws (S.H.)
  • Universitas Pancasila, Jakarta
  • 2015 โ€“ 2019

Law Summer School (Student Exchange Program)

Prince of Songkla University, Thailand 2017

Professional Experience

Partner โ€“ JBD Law Firm

November 2024 โ€“ Present

Handles and coordinates legal advisory services for corporate clients, with a focus on corporate law, regulatory compliance, and commercial disputes. Actively involved in the drafting and review of corporate documents and commercial agreements, the preparation of strategic legal opinions, and the legal support of corporate actions, including Annual and Extraordinary General Meetings of Shareholders (AGMS/EGMS). Oversees and mentors Associates in legal drafting, legal research, and case management, while also contributing to the development of the firmโ€™s practice areas and client relationships at JBD Law Firm.

Associate Lawyer โ€“ Deni Ramon Siregar & Partners Law Firm

June 2022 โ€“ November 2024

Prepared and reviewed legal documents for Annual and Extraordinary General Meetings of Shareholders (AGMS/EGMS). Assisted individual and corporate clients in matters before Polda Metro Jaya and Bareskrim POLRI. Handled commercial debt recovery for private and publicly listed companies, and drafted legal opinions on trademark registrability, freedom-to-operate, and infringement analysis

Associate Lawyer โ€“ Eternity Global Law Firm

March 2021 โ€“ May 2022

Drafted corporate deeds and legal documentation across various business sectors, including private and public companies. Assisted in AGMS/EGMS preparation, supported clients in criminal investigations, conducted commercial debt recovery, and prepared intellectual property-related legal opinions.

Personal Assistant to the Ambassador of the Republic of Indonesia

Embassy of the Republic of Indonesia to the Arab Republic of Egypt โ€“ Cairo

March 2019 โ€“ December 2020

Served as a full-time personal assistant to the Ambassador, providing comprehensive administrative and strategic support across trade, economic, political, social, educational, and consular functions. Managed confidential correspondence, scheduling, and coordination of high-level meetings, including visits of ministers, parliamentarians, and business delegations from Indonesia and Egypt.

Associate Trainee โ€“ APRJ & Partners Law Firm

August 2017 โ€“ March 2019

Conducted legal research and analysis related to trademark protection, drafted legal opinions on registrability and infringement, and assisted senior lawyers in litigation and non-litigation matters, with a focus on commercial dispute resolution.

Litigation Paralegal โ€“ LBH Advokasi Masyarakat Indonesia

June 2017 โ€“ March 2019

Supported litigation teams in handling public interest and human rights-related cases, including legal research, case preparation, and court documentation.

Core Expertise

  • Corporate Law & Compliance: Corporate deeds, AGMS/EGMS documentation, regulatory compliance.
  • Commercial Dispute & Debt Recovery: Recovery strategies for private and listed companies.
  • Intellectual Property Law: Trademark registrability, freedom-to-operate, infringement analysis.
  • Litigation Support: Criminal and civil case assistance, court documentation.
  • Government & Regulatory Affairs: Legislative research, policy analysis, government coordination.
  • Legal Drafting & Research: Legal opinions, contracts, and regulatory analysis.

Achievements & Organizational Experience

  • Top 10 Finalist, Contract Drafting & Negotiation Competition โ€“ 9th Business Law Competition, Faculty of Law, Universitas Indonesia (2018)
  • Winner (3rd Place), Internal Moot Court Competition โ€“ Faculty of Law, Universitas Pancasila (2016)
  • Top 5, Legal Debate Fair โ€“ Faculty of Law, Universitas Pancasila (2016)
  • Organizing Committee, National Round of the International Humanitarian Law Moot Court Competition (2017)
  • Head of Public Relations Division, Debate Society, Faculty of Law Universitas Pancasila (2017โ€“2018)

Legal Philosophy

โ€œFor me, the law is a tool to create certainty and fairness. Through disciplined legal research, careful drafting, and ethical advocacy, I strive to provide solutions that are both legally sound and commercially practical.โ€