Kirana Diah Sastrawijaya

Kirana Sastrawijaya comes from a family with a strong academic tradition, where most members pursued careers in engineering or medicine. Her father, an ITB-trained engineer, is remembered as a hardworking, patient, and resilient figure who became a role model of perseverance and integrity. He instilled in Kirana the values of equality and independence, emphasizing that women must stand equal to men, free from societal dictates and patriarchal norms. Choosing her own path, Kirana became the only member of her lineage to build a career in law, affirming her belief that true fulfillment lies in following one’s authentic calling.

2001- 2005 Bachelor of Laws, University of Indonesia; 2005 - 2008 Master in Management, Business Administration and Management, University of Indonesia

2005 Lawyer at William, Effendy & Co; 2005 - 2008 Lawyer at DNC Advocates at Work; 2008 - 2016 Associate at Baker & McKenzie; 2016 - 2017 Partner at Baker & McKenzie; 2017 - present Founder and Senior Partner at UMBRA - Strategic Legal Solutions

Kirana Sastrawijaya is a founding partner of UMBRA - Strategic Legal Solutions, a law partnership she co-established in 2017. As Senior Partner, she holds direct ownership alongside fellow partners, shaping the firm’s vision from its earliest days.

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CSR: Actively supports seminars and events through various professional associations, including significant contributions to initiatives organized by Iluni UI.

Included in IFLR1000 Women Leaders and recognized as a IFLR1000 APAC Ranking Highly Regarded Lawyer 2022 - 2025; Honored as Kartini Inspiratif by Women’s Obsession magazine 2025; Named among Indonesia’s Top 100 Lawyers by Asia Business Law Journal 2019 - 2020; Under her leadership, UMBRA was awarded Most Innovative National Law Firm of the Year at the IFLR Asia-Pacific Awards, 2020 - 2021; UMBRA received the Client Service Excellence Award from Asialaw Awards, 2020 - 2021

Youngest Member of the Board of Experts, Masyarakat Ketenagalistrikan Indonesia (Indonesian Electricity Society); Member, Masyarakat Energi Terbarukan Indonesia (Indonesian Renewable Energy Society); Member, Association of Indonesian Advocates (PERADI); Member, Indonesian Geothermal Association; Fellow, Academy of American and International Law, Dallas, Texas; Policy & Advisory Roles; Actively involved in policy, regulatory formulation, and advisory work for Indonesia’s renewable energy and power sector; KADIN (Indonesian Chamber of Commerce and Industry) - Investment Division; ILUNI FH UI (Faculty of Law Alumni Association, University of Indonesia) - Secretary General; Iluni UI (University of Indonesia Alumni Association) - Lead for Sustainability Programs

Amongst the many awards she has received, Kirana regards her greatest achievements as deeply tied to the journey of building UMBRA. Founding the firm was a turning point, stepping out of her comfort zone to establish a local law firm with international standards of quality, yet more cost-efficient. With over a decade of experience in international cases, she was determined to compete globally while proudly representing Indonesia. Her leadership was tested during the COVID-19 pandemic, when she boldly invested in IT infrastructure during the first year of remote work. This strategic move enabled UMBRA to successfully handle one of the largest and most complex financial transactions in the market, an international deal that had been stalled for two years, which her team resolved within just six months in collaboration with external partners. Kirana also counts her recognition as an IFLR1000 Women Leader in 2025 among her proudest milestones, as it represents not only professional excellence but also her aspiration to inspire others and continue growing as a leader.

Indonesian, English

Painting, clay art

During her university years, Kirana often organized fundraising events that took her to the bustling business district of Sudirman, Jakarta. Walking among the towering skyscrapers, she dreamed of one day working inside those very buildings. That dream became reality when she landed her first internship at Baker McKenzie, a true magic moment for her. From the high floors of the office, she could see the colorful lights of Jakarta, a view that filled her with inspiration. From that point on, she continued building her dreams, driven by the belief that one day, she could make her mark on the world.

She has a deep affection for cats and currently cares for several, including rescued street cats. In her free time, she enjoys nurturing and playing with them, finding joy and comfort in their company.

Kirana Sastrawijaya’s drive for success is rooted in her early life experiences. Growing up in a struggling family, she was often underestimated. Instead of allowing these circumstances to define her, she turned them into motivation, pursuing success to not only prove herself but also uplift her family. Beyond material achievements, Kirana seeks fulfillment through her passion for advocacy, where she leverages creativity and problem-solving to transform challenges into meaningful opportunities for herself and others.

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