Akmal Handi Ansari Nasution is an Indonesian-qualified lawyer whose practice sits at the intersection of complex dispute resolution, regulatory investigations, and international legal advisory work. He brings a rare combination of courtroom experience, financial-sector exposure, and academic depth, positioning him as counsel of choice for matters requiring both legal rigor and global perspective.

Admitted to the Indonesian Bar (PERADI) in 2016, Akmal has developed a strong reputation in commercial litigation, white-collar crime, anti-corruption matters, and sensitive corporate investigations. His practice frequently involves disputes and regulatory engagements that demand close coordination with law enforcement agencies, government authorities, and sectoral regulators, particularly in land, agribusiness, and government-related matters. Known for his hands-on and strategic approach, Akmal is regularly involved in cases where legal issues are closely intertwined with public policy considerations and reputational risk.

Akmal’s domestic litigation and regulatory experience is complemented by significant international exposure. During his tenure at Bank Mandiri (Europe) Ltd. in London, he was involved in managing cross-border transactions and addressing the legal complexities of international banking operations. This role strengthened his commercial judgment and provided him with a sophisticated understanding of financial structures, regulatory compliance, and cross-border risk allocation, which continues to inform his advisory work today.

Beyond legal practice, Akmal is deeply engaged in legal scholarship and transnational legal discourse. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Legal Practice at O.P. Jindal Global University, India, where he teaches Public International Law, International Trade Law, and international regulatory frameworks. His academic appointment reflects a sustained commitment to examining how domestic legal systems interact with evolving global norms, particularly in areas involving state responsibility, regulatory governance, and international accountability.

In line with this focus, Akmal has advised the United Nations on cross-border human rights matters, including issues arising from the nuclear legacy in the Marshall Islands. His advisory work engages questions of environmental human rights, indigenous peoples’ rights, intergenerational justice, and state responsibility under international law, drawing on instruments such as UN General Assembly resolutions, human rights conventions, and international liability regimes. This experience underscores his ability to operate at the intersection of international law, public interest, and complex historical liability, while maintaining analytical precision and institutional sensitivity.

Akmal holds a Bachelor of Laws (S.H.) and a Master of Laws (M.H.) from the University of Sumatera Utara. He later obtained a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Comparative and International Dispute Resolution from Queen Mary University of London, graduating with Merit. His academic training at one of the world’s leading law schools, combined with practical experience in Indonesia’s litigation landscape and London’s financial sector, equips him with a uniquely versatile profile.

At Pasaka Rievan Smith, Akmal contributes a perspective that is both academically grounded and intensely practical, bridging domestic litigation, financial regulation, and international legal advisory work. He is particularly valued for matters requiring analytical depth, cross-border sensitivity, and a nuanced understanding of how law operates across jurisdictions and institutions.