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Notable Publications
t-online Article: Warning Against Visa Scams in Bali
23 October 2025
In the t-online article on deceptive visa agencies trapping foreigners on Bali, I provided expert insight on the legal risks and misconceptions surrounding the use of intermediaries for Indonesian visas. I emphasized that the Indonesian government does not require visa agents for applications, and that residence permits and work visas can now be obtained officially and directly online or at immigration offices, eliminating reliance on potentially unreliable middlemen. My contribution aimed to help affected Germans and other foreigners understand the legal alternatives and avoid falling into exploitative schemes.
Publication in International Family Law
(Rieck / Lettmaier, C.H. Beck, Mai 2024.)
19 September 2024
I am pleased to share that I have had the opportunity to contribute to the latest edition of the loose-leaf book on International Family Law. My contribution focuses on Indonesian Family Law, offering insights that may assist legal professionals working in this complex area.
The book is published in German and serves as a valuable resource for those involved in international family law. It has been a privilege to collaborate with esteemed colleagues on this project, which supports the understanding of family law systems across different jurisdictions.
For more information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/eAvhU9f9
I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute and hope that my work will be helpful to others in the field.
RTL Explosiv Interview
25 April 2024
In a televised segment aired by RTL, Advokat Desca was invited to share his legal expertise on the case of Laura Weyel, a German model and former GNTM contestant, who faced criminal charges in Bali following a dispute with her landlord. The case drew national attention in Germany and raised questions about the legal protections and risks faced by foreigners in Indonesia.
Advokat Desca explained the relevant provisions of Indonesian criminal law, including the potential prison sentence for bodily harm, and emphasized the importance of legal awareness, proper documentation, and early legal intervention in landlord-tenant conflicts. He also highlighted the limitations of consular assistance in such matters and offered practical guidance for expatriates navigating legal systems abroad.
Deutsche Welle Indonesia: Video Interview
25 November 2020
Bagaimana Pengalaman Menjadi Advokat Indonesia di Jerman?
Kena masalah #hukum di Jerman? Mau bisnis di Jerman pusing hadapi #birokrasi hukumnya? Atau sebaliknya, mereka yang bermukim di Jerman terkena masalah hukum di Indonesia atau ingin buka usaha di Indonesia? Masalah hukum kadang memang pelik, belum lagi bahasa hukum kerap ‘njelimet’. Orang Jerman sendiri mengakui kadang susah mengerti. Namun itu semua bukan artinya tak bisa diselesaikan. Selalu ada solusi. Simak perbincangan reporter DW Indonesia Ayu Purwaningsih dengan Desca Putra Yana, seorang #pengacara Indonesia yang berkarir di Jerman, dalam #DW2Layar.
Bernhardt Law Office strengthens its profile with regard to Indonesia
April 2020
"As our support for Indonesian clients grows stronger, I am very happy to announce that we committed to an even closer approach with regards to Indonesia and engaged with Indonesian Advokat Mr. Desca Putra Yana who will join our team in Berlin with immediate effect. #Indonesia #KantorHukumJerman"
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-Martin Bernhardt official announcement on our affiliation.