Dr. Yusuf Shofie, S.H., M.H. Legal Scholar, Advocate & Lecturer

I am an Advocate registered with the Indonesian Advocates Association (PERADI) since 1993 and a Full-Time Lecturer at the Faculty of Law, YARSI University since 1992. With decades of experience in legal consultancy, consumer protection, economic crime, and labor law, I provide professional legal consultation at PPKS Satyagatra, YARSI University.

Over the years, I have contributed to legal advocacy and consumer protection at organizations such as the Jakarta Legal Aid Institute (LBH Jakarta) and the Indonesian Consumers Foundation (YLKI). My expertise extends to Criminal Law, Labor Law, Economic Crime, Consumer Protection, and Legal Research Methods. As a researcher and academic, my work has been published in national and international journals, and I have authored multiple law textbooks.

Dr. Yusuf Shofie, S.H., M.H.

My Legal Career path so far

I have dedicated my career to teaching, advocacy, and legal consultancy. As a Senior Lecturer at YARSI University since 1992, I have also served as a legal consultant for government institutions, NGOs, and consumer protection agencies. My expertise includes Criminal Law, Consumer Protection, Economic Crime, and Labor Law.

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1992 - Present

Senior Lecturer - Faculty of Law, YARSI University

Teaching Criminal Law, Consumer Protection Law, and Economic Crime. Conducting legal research and guiding students in practical legal training. Serving as Head of the Law Laboratory since 2017.
1993 - Present

Advocate - Member of PERADI (Indonesian Advocates Association)

Licensed advocate with over 30 years of experience in legal consultancy, litigation, and policy advisory, focusing on Consumer Protection, Corporate Law, and Economic Crime.
2009 - 2016

Deputy Chair & Commissioner - National Consumer Protection Agency (BPKN-RI)

Appointed by Presidential Decree, responsible for national consumer protection policies, legal reforms, and dispute resolution mechanisms under the Ministry of Trade.
2013 - 2016

Deputy Dean of Academic, YARSI University

Elected Dean of the Faculty of Law, leading academic development, curriculum reforms, and legal research initiatives at YARSI University.
2018 - Present

Legal Consultant & Expert Advisor - Various Government & Private Institutions

Providing legal expertise for government ministries, financial institutions, regulatory bodies, and NGOs on matters related to Consumer Protection, Business Law, and Legal Policy.
2009 - 2012

DPD Member of the Expert Team for the Patient Protection Bill

My Workstation & Tools for Legal Research and Advocacy

As a legal researcher, lecturer, and advocate, my workstation is designed for academic writing, legal consultancy, and case analysis. Equipped with powerful tools, I conduct consumer protection research, write legal papers, and provide consultancy on Criminal Law and Economic Crime.

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Experience & Achievements

A lifetime dedicated to legal education, consumer protection, and justice.

Commissioner, National Consumer Protection Agency (BPKN-RI)

Presidential Decree No. 80/P (2009–2012)

Deputy Chair, National Consumer Protection Agency (BPKN-RI)

Presidential Decree No. 80/P (2013–2016)

Chairman of the Academic Senate, Faculty of Law, YARSI University

(2013–2016)

Permanent Lecturer at YARSI University Law Faculty

(1992–Present)

Non-Permanent Staff for Complaints & Legal Affairs

Indonesian Consumers Foundation (YLKI) (1992–2007)

Assistant Dean III for Student & Alumni Affairs

(1993–1996)

Member of YARSI University Quality Assurance Institute

(2002)

Deputy Dean I for Academic & Alumni Affairs

(2004)

Dean of the Faculty of Law, YARSI University

(2013–2017, resigned for BPKN-RI role)

Head of Law Laboratory, Faculty of Law, YARSI University

(2016–Present)

Non-Permanent Postgraduate Lecturer

University of Indonesia (2010–2012)

Non-Permanent Postgraduate Lecturer

Pancasila University, Jakarta (2010–Present)

Non-Permanent Postgraduate Lecturer

Batanghari University, Jambi (2010–2012)

Publications in Newspapers & Magazines

A collection of articles by Dr. Yusuf Shofie, S.H., M.H., published in various national newspapers and magazines, reflecting his contributions to consumer protection, economic crime, and legal discourse.

Industri Asuransi dalam Perspektif Konsumen

Harian Umum/ Koran Bisnis Suara Pembaruan, 11 Desember 1991

Listrik: Dari Krisis hingga Pencurian

Majalah Warta Konsumen, No.213, Desember 1991

Perlindungan Hukum bagi Konsumen Jasa Angkutan

Harian Umum/ Koran Bisnis Suara Pembaruan, 19 Maret 1992

Ketidakadilan dalam Kontrak Standar Perumahan

Majalah Warta Konsumen, No.243, Juni 1994

Dilema Tarif Angkutan Umum

Harian Umum/ Koran Kompas, 13 November 1995

Perlindungan Konsumen dalam Era Perdagangan Bebas

Harian Umum/ Koran Bisnis Indonesia, 19 Juni 1995

Mengatur Kreativitas Iklan

Harian Umum/ Koran Kompas, 8 Maret 1996

Sistem Tanggung Jawab dalam Periklanan

Hukum dan Pembangunan, 1996: 2, Tahun XXVI, April 1996

Menggugat Keamanan dan Kenyamanan Angkutan Umum

Harian Umum/ Koran Kompas, 2 Mei 1996

Timesharing, Pemborosan?

Majalah Warta Konsumen, No.05, Mei 1996

Pelayanan Kesehatan Tanggung Jawab Siapa?

Harian Umum/ Koran Kompas, 11 Juli 1996

Seluk-beluk Kendaraan Leasing

Harian Umum/ Koran Kompas, 5 September 1996

Mengenal Seluk-beluk Asuransi Jiwa

Majalah Warta Konsumen, No.10 Oktober 1996

Hotel antara Kenyamanan dan Pelayanan

Majalah Warta Konsumen, No. 02, Februari 1997

Melindungi Konsumen Perumahan, perlukah Bank Garansi?

Majalah Warta Konsumen, No.03, Maret 1997

Dimensi Hukum Brosur Perumahan

Harian Umum/ Koran Kompas, 28 Juli 1997

Ketika Nyawa Penumpang di Ujung Tanduk

Harian Umum/ Koran Kompas, 29 September 1997