Home Blog What Should You Discuss with Your Legal Consultant Regarding Your Business in Indonesia? Uncategorized What Should You Discuss with Your Legal Consultant Regarding Your Business in Indonesia? InCorp Editorial Team 4 July 2025 4 minutes reading time Table of Contents Why Every Business, Big or Small, in Indonesia Needs Legal Consultation Matters to be Discussed with Your Legal Consultant Why Consult with InCorp Indonesia A large number of startups wishing to expand to Indonesia today are hiring at least one external legal consultant in Indonesia to perform specific functions of the companies. Legal consultants used to be overlooked by many businesses in an attempt to cut costs and carry out business operations as soon as possible. Understandably, having a great product or service is one of the critical factors determining your business success. However, complying with the legal regulations is even more crucial to ensure your ultimate business triumph. Starting on a new business venture in Indonesia can be exciting. If you’re thinking about starting a business in Indonesia, you should hold your horses until you have spoken to a legal consultant, to make sure that you know challenges you could face taking the big step. Why Every Business, Big or Small, in Indonesia Needs Legal Consultation The use of legal consultants in Indonesia has been increasing not only in the case of large corporations but also in small and medium enterprises such as startups and other independent organisations. But why do businesses of every size need a legal consultant in Indonesia? This answer is clear and straightforward. A legal consultant can be invaluable to a company, assisting them to encounter challenges and issues that most business owners aren’t set up to deal with by themselves. Therefore, as a business owner, if you’re willing to give trust to a reputable legal consultant, the outcome can be both professionally and financially rewarding for your organisation. A legal consultant in Indonesia is a legal expert who is familiar and experienced with Indonesian laws and regulations. They are employed by businesses to advise and share their specialist knowledge on the changes of policies; what strategy a business can take to comply with the law while at the same time making sure the business operates efficiently and increasing the company’s bottom line. Some of the most important business actions that require legal advice are stated below: Company incorporation Trademark process and protection Foreign employment Financing such as tax preparation, tax reporting, and other financial tasks Matters to be Discussed with Your Legal Consultant There are many things that you can discuss with your legal consultants to ensure the success of your business in the long run. Here are some of the most crucial ones you need to talk over with your legal consultant in Indonesia, so that you are certain that you have followed through all your legal obligations. 1. The basics of your business Business summary Stage of your project Business structure Legal agreements 2. The founders The type of the founders according to your business structure. For example, directors, shareholders, and partners Founder agreements 3. The employees The type of employment you use in your business per your business structure. For example, contractors, employees (foreign or local), freelancers, consultants Employment contracts or agreements, insurances, visas and permits 4. Intellectual property Types of intellectual property protection you can have such as trademark, copyright, patents, design rights Why Consult with InCorp Indonesia Few of the very first things to do when starting a business in Indonesia is to do market research and hire a business consultant in Indonesia to help you out. At InCorp Indonesia, we have professional experts for business setup across many provinces and cities in the country. It is no doubt that having InCorp Indonesia as an experienced business consultant in Indonesia by your side can assist your business progress smoother during the entire journey. InCorp Indonesia acts as one-stop solution providers, offering you all required business and legal services for your business setup in Indonesia including incorporation, bank account opening, accounting, and tax services, visa and work permit application, recruitment and hiring, and many others. All services provided ensure that your business is fully in compliance with the Indonesian Law and later to ensure business continuity in the country. Discuss whatever legal and compliance matters you need to clarify with our incorporation specialists in Indonesia now. Fill in the form below. Read Full Bio Verified by Daris Salam COO Indonesia at InCorp Indonesia With more than 10 years of expertise in accounting and finance, Daris Salam dedicates his knowledge to consistently improving the performance of InCorp Indonesia and maintaining clients and partnerships. Frequently Asked Questions How many incorporation types exist in Indonesia? In Indonesia, there are three company types that you can establish based on your business nature, requirements, and preferences. Local Company (PT): 100% local ownership. Foreign Company (PT PMA): can be entirely owned by foreigners; however, restrictions in business sectors apply Representative Office: a branch of the parent company overseas whose purpose is to conduct marketing-related activities without generating income or profits What is the minimum shareholder requirement to incorporate a PT? The minimum number of shareholders to incorporate a PT is two If investors intend to conduct business in Indonesia, what kind of organization must they establish? Within the scope of foreign direct investment in Indonesia, foreign investors can typically do business in two ways: Set up a PMA (Perusahaan Modal Asing) PMA is a local subsidiary in the form of a limited liability corporation for foreign investment reasons Set up a RO (Representative Office) According to Law No. 25/2007 on Investment, foreign investors are required to establish a PMA company in order to make direct investments and conduct commercial and business activities in Indonesia. A PMA firm in Indonesia is a legally recognized business entity that can engage in various commercial and business operations as long as it complies with the current laws and regulations. As for RO, its purposes include conducting market feasibility studies and liaison activities. Can you provide pricing details for HR outsourcing services? To provide you with accurate pricing information for our HR outsourcing services, we consider the complexities of your inquiries and the dynamic nature of regulations in Indonesia. As a result, the pricing for the service may vary accordingly. For detailed information, please get in touch with our consultants. Get in touch with us. 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