Akmal is an Indonesian-qualified lawyer specializing in commercial dispute resolution and complex litigation. Admitted to the Indonesian Bar (PERADI) in 2016, he has built a robust practice centered on high-stakes disputes and sensitive investigations. His professional portfolio encompasses a broad spectrum of legal challenges, including white-collar crime, anti-corruption matters, and corporate investigations. Akmal has earned a reputation for his hands-on approach to land and agribusiness disputes, as well as government-related legal matters, often requiring sophisticated engagement with law enforcement and regulatory authorities.
His domestic expertise is complemented by a distinct international perspective gained during his tenure at Bank Mandiri Europe Ltd. in London. While there, Akmal was entrusted with managing cross-border transactions and navigating the legal complexities of international banking operations. This experience deepened his commercial judgment and provided him with a technical understanding of the intricate financial structures that drive global commercial activity.
Beyond his clinical practice, Akmal is deeply committed to legal scholarship and education. He currently serves as an Assistant Professor of Legal Practice at O.P. Jindal Global University in India, where he instructs on Public International Law, International Trade Law, and international regulatory frameworks. His academic role reflects a career-long dedication to understanding how domestic legal systems intersect with the global regulatory landscape.
Akmal holds a Bachelor of Laws and a Master of Laws (M.H.) from the University of Sumatera Utara. In 2018, he earned a Master of Laws (LL.M.) in International Business Law from Queen Mary University of London, graduating with Merit. This rigorous academic background, paired with his dual experience in the Jakarta legal market and the London financial sector, positions him as a versatile advocate capable of navigating both local litigation and international commercial mandates.
