1. Scope of Legal Services
ALFA SENTOSA & PARTNERS provides comprehensive legal services in accordance with Indonesian Law No. 18 of 2003 on Advocates and PERADI regulations, including:
- Corporate law and business formation under Indonesian Company Law
- Commercial litigation and dispute resolution
- Mergers & acquisitions with escrow services
- Contract drafting and legal compliance
- Intellectual property protection
- Legal representation before Indonesian courts
2. Attorney-Client Relationship
An attorney-client relationship is established only upon:
- Execution of a written retainer agreement (Surat Kuasa)
- Payment of agreed retainer fees
- Completion of client identification procedures as required by Indonesian AML regulations
Initial consultations, website communications, or informal discussions do not create an attorney-client relationship.
3. Professional Standards and Licensing
Our advocates are licensed by PERADI (Indonesian Bar Association) and comply with:
- Indonesian Advocate Code of Ethics
- Supreme Court Regulations on Advocate Practice
- Anti-Money Laundering regulations for legal professionals
- Continuing legal education requirements
4. Fees and Payment Terms
Retainer Services: Annual retainer agreements with fixed monthly fees
Hourly Rates: As specified in engagement letters, billed monthly
Contingency Fees: Available for certain litigation matters, subject to Indonesian regulations
Payment Terms: Net 30 days unless otherwise agreed. Late payments subject to 1.5% monthly interest.
Currency: Fees quoted in Indonesian Rupiah (IDR) unless otherwise specified.
5. Client Obligations
Clients must:
- Provide accurate and complete information
- Comply with Indonesian legal requirements
- Pay fees according to agreed terms
- Cooperate in legal proceedings and document production
- Notify us of any conflicts of interest
6. Confidentiality and Privilege
All communications are protected by:
- Attorney-client privilege under Indonesian law
- Professional secrecy obligations of advocates
- Data protection requirements under UU PDP
7. Limitation of Liability
Our liability is limited to:
- Direct damages only, excluding consequential damages
- Maximum amount equal to fees paid for the specific matter
- Claims must be brought within 2 years of discovery
- Limitations permitted under Indonesian professional liability law
8. Dispute Resolution
Any disputes shall be resolved through:
- Good faith negotiation
- Mediation through Indonesian Mediation Center
- Arbitration under BANI (Indonesian Arbitration Board) rules
- Indonesian courts as final resort
9. Termination
Either party may terminate the relationship with 30 days written notice, subject to:
- Completion of urgent matters
- Payment of outstanding fees
- Return of client documents
- Compliance with PERADI withdrawal procedures
10. Governing Law and Jurisdiction
Governing Law: Republic of Indonesia
Jurisdiction: Indonesian courts, specifically Jakarta courts for commercial matters
Language: Bahasa Indonesia for legal proceedings, English for international transactions
Effective Date: February 14, 2026
Regulatory Compliance: PERADI, Indonesian Ministry of Law and Human Rights