As one of the largest emerging and developing markets in Asia, Indonesia has a key role to play in the Asian economy, while the country's strong economic growth and favorable demographics make it a great destination for investors. However, investing in Indonesia means a trek through the nation’s complicated and convoluted legal jungle, with its hundreds of thousands of laws and regulations, both at the central and regional levels. As a result of this, seeking assistance from legal professionals prior making any substantial investment decisions is essential.
 
The various services offered by Indonesia's legal professionals stretch way beyond mere advice regarding what constitutes either legal or illegal activity. Indeed, legal professionals here are, under various laws, the only parties who are authorized to undertake certain actions which relate to investment activities. Thus a strong understanding of the nation’s legal profession is critical. In order help investors to get a handle on Indonesia’s many legal provisions, this week’s Indonesian Law Digest (ILD) will analyze and discuss a number of issues relating to the various legal professions which may be encountered as a result of any investment activity. Our discussions will confine themselves to the following topics and professions: