Dr. Hamonangan Syahdan Hutabarat

ADVISOR – SKYZIP GROUP

Dr. Hamonangan Syahdan Hutabarat is a highly accomplished legal professional, advocate, and the Founder of SHAL (Hutabarat Syahdan Law Firm), established in 2016. He has extensive experience from leading domestic and international law firms, handling numerous complex and high-profile legal cases.

He specializes in aviation law, bankruptcy & restructuring, arbitration, and corporate law. Recognized for his outstanding negotiation skills, he has successfully protected and enhanced client interests in high-value matters.

He provides strategic legal counsel to multinational corporations and high-profile clients, with a strong focus on corporate aviation and cross-border disputes. He is committed to supporting Skyzip Group’s expansion and legal framework across Southeast Asia.

Advocate, Bankruptcy Receiver & Arbitrator
Aviation Law | Corporate Restructuring | Arbitration
Corporate Aviation Legal Expert (Indonesia)

  • 2016 – Present

    Founder / Chairman – SHAL Legal Counselors
    Established and leading a boutique law firm specializing in corporate, aviation, bankruptcy, and dispute resolution.

    2015 – 2016

    Mid-level Associate – Oentoeng Suria & Partners (ASHURST)
    Handled complex bankruptcy & restructuring (PKPU), litigation and corporate matters.

    2012 – 2015

    Associate – Frederik J. Pinakunary Law Offices
    Focused on commercial litigation (civil, criminal, arbitration and bankruptcy).

    2010 – 2012

    Junior Associate – Hutabarat Halim & Rekan
    Involved in commercial litigation, banking finance and capital market transactions.

  • Aviation Law & Corporate Aviation
  • Aviation Disputes & Claims
  • Bankruptcy & Restructuring (PKPU)
  • Arbitration (Domestic & International)
  • Commercial & Contract Disputes
  • Corporate Law & Investment
  • Corporate Crime
  • Manpower & Employment Law
  • Anti-Trust & Competition Law

As an Advisor to Skyzip Group, Dr. Syahdan provides:

  • Aviation legal advisory & regulatory compliance
  • Aviation contracts, leasing & negotiation
  • Dispute resolution, arbitration & litigation
  • Risk mitigation for cross-border operations
  • Legal structuring for expansion in Southeast Asia
  • Supporting corporate aviation initiatives and strategic partnerships
  • Founder of SHAL – Boutique Law Firm (Est. 2016)
  • Doctor of Law (PhD) – Magna Cum Laude
  • Extensive experience in high-profile legal disputes
  • Expert in aviation law, bankruptcy & arbitration
  • Advised multinational & high-profile clients
  • Strong negotiation & dispute resolution skills
  • Strategic legal partner for Skyzip’s Southeast Asia expansion
  • Doctor of Law (PhD) – Magna Cum Laude
    Pelita Harapan University | 2021 – 2023

    Master of Law (M.H.) – Cum Laude
    University of Indonesia | 2018 – 2020

  • Bachelor of Law (S.H.)
    Pelita Harapan University | 2005 – 2010

Member
Indonesian Advocate Association
(Perhimpunan Advokat Indonesia – PERADI)

Member
Indonesian Receiver & Administrator Association
(Asosiasi Kurator dan Pengurus Indonesia – AKPI)