Area of Practice
Qualification
Education
- Bachelor in Politics, Padjadjaran University (2000)
- LL.B., Padjadjaran University (2002)
- LL.M., Vrije Universiteit, the Netherlands (2006)
- Licensed to practice law as an advocate by the Indonesian Bar Association (PERADI)
- Certified Public Procurement Expert from the National Certification Professional Board
Membership & Associations
- The Head of Education and Training at the Indonesian Competition Lawyers Association (ICLA)
- The Secretary General of ASEAN Competition Institute
Recognition, Accolades & Awards
- StuNed Scholarship: Full scholarship for completing master's degree (2005)
- Jobst von Wohlert Award: Scholarship for undertaking a Training in International Transaction Course (2007)
Publication
- Chambers Global Practice Guide – Cartels, Indonesian Chapter, Co-author, 2019.
- Getting the Deal Through Market Intelligence – Cartels, Indonesian Chapter, Co-author, 2018.
- Getting the Deal Through Market Intelligence – Merger Control, Indonesian Chapter, Co-author, 2018.
- "Merestorasi Fungsi Administratif KPPU" (Restoring the Administrative Function of KPPU), Bisnis Indonesia, 28 November 2017.
- "Competition in the Asia-Pacific: A Practitioner's Guide - Indonesia Chapter", with Mochamad Fachri, Kluwer International, 2015.
- "2014 Annual Review of Antitrust Law Developments", contributor for Indonesian chapter, American Bar Association, 2014.
- "2013 Annual Review of Antitrust Law Development", contributor for Indonesian chapter, American Bar Association, 2013.
- "Pengendalian Merger di Indonesia dalam Perspektif Hukum Persaingan Usaha" (Indonesian Merger Control from the Competition Law Perspective), with AM Tri Anggraini, Jurnal Hukum Bisnis, Vol. 30, No. 3, 2011.
- "Kartel dan Problematikanya" (Cartel and Its Problem), with Retno Wiranti, "Kompetisi" KPPU Newsletter, 11th Edition, 2008.
- "Kiat Memahami Putusan KPPU" (Method to Understanding KPPU Decisions), www.hukumonline.com as per 6 October 2008.
- "Peranan Analisis Ekonomi Dalam Pembuktian Pelanggaran Hukum Persaingan Usaha" (The Role of Economic Analysis in Proving Competition Law Violation), "Kompetisi" KPPU Newsletter, 10th Edition, 2008.
- "Tinjauan Hukum Atas Sanksi Denda KPPU" (Legal Review on KPPU's Sanction of Fine), "Kompetisi" KPPU Newsletter, 9th Edition, 2007.
- "Perjanjian Distribusi Menurut Hukum Persaingan Usaha" (Distribution Agreement According to Competition Law), Jurnal Hukum Bisnis, Vol. 26, No. 2, 2007.
- "Hukum Persaingan Usaha: Perlindungan Bagi Siapa?" (Competition Law: Protection for Whom?), "Pledoi" Magazine No 10, Vol 1, 2007.
- "Teknik Investigasi di KPPU" (Investigation Technique at KPPU), "Kompetisi" KPPU Newsletter, 3rd Edition, 2006.
Farid is a seasoned legal professional with a distinguished track record in providing comprehensive legal counsel in the domains of merger filings, competition litigation, advisory services, and competition compliance. His extensive expertise spans across diverse industry sectors, notably including telecommunications, pharmaceuticals, automotive, energy, mining, oil and gas, banking, finance, insurance, and public procurement.
With a career marked by excellence, Farid's journey in the legal realm commenced at the Indonesian Competition Commission (KPPU) over seven years ago. His tenure saw him ascend to pivotal roles, first as the adept head of the Prosecution Division, and subsequently as the distinguished head of the Merger and Acquisition sub-directorate. During this period, he spearheaded the formulation of the Indonesian Merger Regulation and played an instrumental role in shaping the inaugural KPPU Merger Guidelines.
Following his impactful stint at KPPU, Farid further honed his legal acumen over a five-year span at a prominent Indonesian law firm. Here, he specialized in anti-trust/competition law, trade regulations, and general corporate matters, cementing his reputation as a trusted legal authority in the field.
Beyond competition law, Farid's adeptness extends to trade law, where he has adeptly advised clients on a spectrum of trade facets, ranging from public procurement and imports to retail operations, standardization, and ASEAN free trade agreements.
Drawing on his remarkable career trajectory and extensive proficiency, Farid stands as a proficient legal professional poised to provide invaluable insights and strategic legal solutions. His legacy of driving excellence and contributing to the legal landscape underscores his capability to significantly enhance any legal endeavor he undertakes.
Experience Highlight
Competition Litigation and Investigation
- Represented Japfa Group as the defendant in the late merger filing case before the KPPU.
- Represented Danone Group as the defendant in the exclusive dealing case before KPPU and in the appeal process before District Courts.
- Represented PT Yamaha Indonesia Motor Manufacturing as the defendant in the cartel case before KPPU, in the appeal process before the North Jakarta District Court, and in the cassation process in the Supreme Court.
- Represented Worley Parson Group as the defendant in the bid-rigging case before KPPU, in the appeal process in the South Jakarta District Court, and in the cassation process in the Supreme Court.
- Represented Pfizer Group in the anti-hypertension drug cartel case before the Central Jakarta District Court and in the cassation process in the Supreme Court.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the cartel case involving Indonesia’s national cement industry.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the abuse of dominant position case by one of the multinational retail companies.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the fuel surcharge cartel case in the Indonesian domestic airline industry.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the refusal to deal case involving the pay-tv industry in Indonesia.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the bid-rigging case involving the ICT infrastructure construction at the National University of Jakarta.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the bid-rigging case involving the road development project in Cilacap city.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the SMS price-fixing case by several mobile phone operators in Indonesia.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the cross-ownership and monopolization case by leading mobile phone operators in Indonesia.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the bid-rigging case involving the procurement of shore-base management for the LNG Tangguh project.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the bid-rigging case involving the procurement of furniture at LAN Makassar.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the bid-rigging case involving cable work for PT PLN (Persero).
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the bid-rigging case involving the procurement of medical devices at RSUD Bekasi.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the cartel case involving the technical verification process for imported sugar.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the bid-rigging case involving the sale of two very large crude carriers (VLCC) by PT Pertamina (Persero).
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the refusal to deal case involving the financial audit services.
- Acted as KPPU investigator in the price-fixing case involving the cargo freight for Jakarta-Pontianak route.
Merger Control Filing
- Represented PT Gojek Indonesia (Go-Jek) in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT Nadi Solusi Bisnis.
- Represented Mitsui & Co in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of Maersk Product Tankers A/S.
- Represented PT Kreatif Media Karya in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT Kapan Lagi Dot Com.
- Represented Go-Jek in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT RUMA.
- Represented Go-Jek in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT Midtrans.
- Represented Go-Jek in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT Multi Adiprakarsa Manunggal.
- Represented PT Sri Rejeki Isman Tbk (Sritex) in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT Biratex Industries.
- Represented Sritex in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT Primayudha Mandirijaya.
- Represented PT Indika Energy Tbk., in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT Kideco Kaya Agung.
- Represented Nokia Solutions and Networks Oy in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of Comptel Corporation.
- Represented Sojizt Corporation in KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of Solvadis Holding S.a.r.l.
- Represented PT Elang Mahkota Teknologi Tbk (EMTEK) in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT Sinemart Indonesia.
- Represented Technip S.A. in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of FMC Tehcnologies, Inc.
- Represented GE in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of Alstom’s power and grid businesses.
- Represented Repsol Energy Resources Canada Inc in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of Talisman Energy Inc.
- Represented Mitsubishi Motors Corporation in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT Mitsubishi Motors Krama Yudha Indonesia.
- Represented PT Rajawali Capital International in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT BW Plantation Tbk.
- Represented PT Hino Motors Ltd in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT Hino Finance Indonesia.
- Represented Hitachi Consulting Singapore Pte Ltd in a KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of Stone Apple Solutions Pte Ltd.
- Represented Microsoft in KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of Nokia Device Business.
- Represented Sumitomo Life Insurance Companies in KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of BNI Life.
- Represented Meiji Yasuda Life Insurance Companies in KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of Avrist Assurance.
- Represented Freeport McMoran Copper and Gold in KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of OM Group.
- Represented PT Energi Mega Persada in KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of CNOOC ONWJ.
- Represented Mitsui Sumitomo Insurance in KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT Asuransi Jiwa Sinar Mas.
- Represented Caterpillar in KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of Bucyrus Inc.
- Represented POSCO in KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of Thainox Stainless Steel Public Company.
- Represented Vale Austria Holding in KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of Eastern Star Resources.
- Represented AXA SA in KPPU merger filing in relation to the acquisition of PT Asuransi Dharma Bangsa.
- Acted as KPPU merger control reviewer on the acquisition of GE Finance Indonesia by Meadow Asia Bank Permata.
- Acted as KPPU merger control reviewer on the acquisition of PT Pandu Dayatama Patria by PT Komatsu.
- Acted as KPPU merger control reviewer on the acquisition of PT Matahari Department Store by Meadow Asia Company.
- Acted as KPPU merger control reviewer on the acquisition of AIA Group by Prudential Plc.
- Acted as KPPU merger control reviewer on the acquisition of Sara Lee Body Care by Unilever Holding.
- Acted as KPPU merger control reviewer on the acquisition of Bank Agroniaga by BRI.