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Working languages

German · English · Indonesian

About

Jan Hendrik (Henry) Jurgens

Cross-Border Legal & Strategic Advisor

Henry is a cross-border legal and strategic advisor focused on complex international matters involving Germany, Singapore and Indonesia.

The work combines legal reasoning, strategic thinking and practical coordination across jurisdictions; particularly in situations where legal, commercial and operational realities intersect. The approach is structured, solution-oriented and focused on helping clients navigate complexity, assess risks and develop workable strategies across international environments.

A particular focus lies on supporting German-speaking investors in evaluating Indonesia-related investments and long-term commitments, especially in the context of real estate and operational structures. This includes reviewing contractual frameworks, identifying structural risks and helping clients gain clarity before significant commitments are entered into.

Professional background

International by practice, not only by qualification.

The professional background combines legal training with hands-on international business and operational experience across Germany, Singapore and Indonesia.

Work to date has included cross-border structuring, negotiation support and the coordination of projects and matters involving multiple jurisdictions, stakeholders and regulatory environments.

Since 2016, extensive practical experience has been built through advising, operating and working with ventures, start-ups and international projects in Indonesia and Southeast Asia — including founder, management and director-level responsibilities.

This includes experience in investment-related matters, operational structuring and international business coordination, particularly in situations where legal, commercial and practical realities intersect.

Additional experience includes intellectual property matters, including trademark filings and opposition proceedings before the European Union Intellectual Property Office (EUIPO).

Qualifications & Experience

A multi-jurisdictional foundation.

Legal & Academic Background

First State Examination in Law — University of Hamburg

Juris Doctor (J.D.) — Singapore Management University

B.A. in Southeast Asian Languages & Cultures — University of Hamburg

Certificate in Intercultural Competence — University of Hamburg

International Experience

Germany · Singapore · Indonesia

Cross-border advisory and coordination

International legal and commercial environments

Entrepreneurial & Operational Experience

Founder, CEO and Director experience

8+ years involvement in ventures and start-ups

Indonesia and Southeast Asia focus since 2016

Venture & Innovation Programs

New Energy Nexus Indonesia Incubator Program

Climate Innovation League Indonesia Accelerator Program

Advisory Focus

International matters requiring structure, coordination and judgment.

Cross-Border Structuring

Structuring investments, transactions and operational relationships across jurisdictions.

Dispute & Negotiation Support

Strategic coordination and support in sensitive cross-border disputes and negotiations.

Investor, Project & Governance Advisory

Advisory support relating to investments, governance structures and international projects.

Indonesia Investment & Property Advisory

Advisory support relating to Indonesia-focused investments, property-related structures and long-term operational arrangements, including contractual review and cross-border risk considerations.