Navigating the probate process in Singapore can be a complex and demanding experience, especially when dealing with the responsibilities of executors and administrators. The role is crucial in ensuring that a deceased’s estate is managed and distributed according to Singapore law. Understanding the responsibilities, the appointment process, and the necessary steps can help make the…...

Navigating the probate process in Singapore can seem daunting, especially if you’re unfamiliar with the steps involved. This guide breaks down the typical probate process into simple, manageable stages to help you understand what needs to be done after the death of a loved one. Whether you’re an executor named in a will or need…...

What is the legislation governing Guardianship in Singapore? The legislation governing Guardianship in Singapore is the Guardianship of Infants Act (Chapter 122). It has been highlighted by the Honourable Justice Debbie Ong in the most recent High Court decision of VET v VEU SGHCF 4 (“VET v VEU”) that the purpose of the GIA…...

A Will is a legal document that outlines your wishes for how your loved ones (eg. your minor children) can be taken care of and how your estate should be handled after your death. If you pass away without a will, the rules of intestacy will apply, and your wishes might not be honored. Your…...

A Will allows you to give your assets to anyone and in any proportion you desire. What happens if I do not have a Will? If you did not create a Will, or if your Will became invalid, then your assets will be distributed according to the Intestate Succession Act. Under the Intestate Succession Act,…...

You would need to obtain Letters of Administration if the deceased had not left behind a will. Several documents have to be prepared when filing for Letters of Administration: The Statement (in Form 172(b)) Paragraph 3 of Form 172(b) should contain the following particulars of the deceased: Country of which he was a citizen Religion…...

A grant of probate is a court order given to the executor appointed by the deceased in his will to administer his estate. Before filing the application, make sure that the will either expressly or impliedly appoints executors. It is best to clearly state the executors. It is also vital to ensure that the formal…...

When your marriage is a troubled one, it’s common to consider divorce a long time before taking any definitive action. But once you feel confident that divorce is in your future, you should stop hesitating and start preparing. There are significant financial and legal advantages to being the first to file for divorce. Here’s what…...

Divorce, in itself, is a difficult issue. It can be even more tricky if you are seeking foreigner divorce in Singapore. If you are a Singapore citizen looking to divorce a foreign spouse or vice-versa, there may be consequences beyond a divorce that you may need to consider. First and foremost, you must be married…...

During the dissolution of a marriage, accusations are oftentimes levelled at either party. The parties then prove that there the marriage has irretrievably broken down by establishing one of six reasons, most commonly among them are adultery and unreasonable behaviour. However, despite the allegations of fault or wrongdoings of either party, the reason relied upon…...