Many individuals are unsure how to move forward when a marriage is in flux. Questions around parenting, communication, housing, and emotional well-being can become overwhelming, especially when the future is unclear. While general information is helpful, nothing replaces the clarity from speaking to a legal professional who can assess your circumstances.
That’s where a paid legal consultation becomes invaluable.
When Free Advice Isn’t Enough
A complimentary consultation can help you understand the general divorce process, but it’s not designed to address your specific situation. With limited time, there’s only room to cover the broad strokes, procedures, timelines, and legal options. If you’re at a critical point in your relationship, wondering whether to seperate, stay, or start preparing for life after divorce, you need detailed, personalised advice.
Every relationship is different. Whether you’re dealing with unresolved emotional conflict, considering parenting arrangements, or unsure how a move overseas might affect your rights, a short free session won’t be enough.
That’s where a paid 30-minute consultation makes the difference. It gives you space to discuss your circumstances in depth, ask direct questions, and get practical, clear guidance on your next steps, tailored to you, thus allowing you to move ahead confidently.
In our paid 30-minute consultations, we work with clients who are:
- Attending counselling but feeling unsure whether the relationship can be repaired or if it’s time to move on
- Returning to Singapore after living abroad and needing to understand your legal standing, especially where children or overseas assets are involved
- Living under the same roof but emotionally separated, considering separate sleeping arrangements, co-parenting structures, or financial planning
- Dealing with emotional or psychological dynamics that may affect parenting, access, or communication
- Worried about asset division or financial maintenance, especially where there are shared or inherited assets
- Want to know whether informal agreements made with your spouse are legally enforceable or need formalization
- Permanent Residents and Work Permit holders assessing whether to file for divorce in Singapore or their home country, and needing legal insight to weigh their options
Common Scenarios We Help With
Here are some real-world concerns that clients often bring up during their sessions:
Living Together, But Separately
Some couples continue to share the same home while attending counselling or preparing for separation. A common question is whether moving into separate rooms carries any legal weight. Clients also ask how to set clear boundaries for co-parenting under one roof, especially if there’s a young child involved.
In consultations, we help clients understand:
- What does cohabitation mean in legal terms
- Whether current arrangements might affect future custody decisions
- How to create parenting structures that protect the child’s routine and well-being
Read more: Living Apart as a Ground for Divorce: What Does It Mean?
Mental Health and Emotional Well-being
One party may show signs of emotional distress, anger issues, or behaviour that raises concerns. Sometimes therapy has started, but questions remain—especially if there are memory lapses, emotional outbursts, or inconsistent caregiving.
We guide clients through:
- How the court may consider emotional or mental health factors in parenting evaluations
- The importance of ongoing therapy and professional documentation
- The distinction between genuine support needs and tactical behaviour in disputes
Read more: The Emotional Stages of Divorce: A Guide to Emotional Healing
Young Children and Care Arrangements
In many consultations, the child is under seven years old, which in Singapore often leans in favour of the mother being the primary caregiver. However, temporary situations, such as one parent taking a career break, can complicate things.
Clients ask:
- Does a short-term stay-at-home arrangement by the other parent change anything?
- How can I protect my role as the child’s main caregiver while working?
- What if grandparents or a helper are involved?
- Maintaining consistent bedtime and feeding routines
- Using documentation tools (weekly schedules, message trails)
- Introducing flexible care options (e.g. helper with CCTV, grandparents assisting with delivery of meals)
Read more: Do Mothers Always Get Custody of the Children?
Preparing for the “What Ifs”
Some clients want to prepare quietly in case counselling does not work. They don’t want to start legal proceedings but want to know their position.
In these cases, we advise on:
- Drafting a list of co-parenting priorities
- Planning for interim arrangements (such as care and control, access, and shared housing)
- Exploring a deed of separation if divorce isn’t yet on the table
We help them take precautionary steps, like organising financial documents, preserving communication trails, and tracking caregiving contributions, so they are not caught off guard.
Read more: Strategic Divorce Planning: What to Do (and Avoid) Before You File
Understanding Access Arrangements
Parents often want to know what realistic access looks like in Singapore. Questions include:
- How many nights a week would the other parent typically get?
- When should overnight or overseas access commence?
- Will the court take into account holidays and weekends?
- Can we create a flexible plan that evolves as the child grows?
We provide clients with:
- Court-aligned access templates and fact sheets
- Guidance on “step-up access” based on age and development
- Recommendations for parenting schedules that balance consistency and fairness
Read more: Child Access—Arrangements Between Divorced Parents
Why Clients Choose a Paid Consultation
In just 30 minutes, a focused legal consultation can offer peace of mind and clear direction. It allows you to:
- Ask direct, personal questions
- Understand what legal options are available now and shortly
- Learn what kind of evidence and documentation supports your case
- Develop a quiet plan if you’re not ready to take formal steps yet
Our clients leave their session feeling more prepared—even if they’re not ready to separate.
Two Options to Choose From
Complimentary 20-minute consultation
Covers general information on divorce and legal processes in Singapore. No specific legal advice is given.
50-minute consultation (20 minutes general + 30-minute paid session)
Offers strategic, tailored legal advice based on your unique situation. It is ideal for those looking to understand parenting rights, asset responsibilities, and legal positioning in the event of separation.
Take Control of Your Next Step
Whether you’re hoping to reconcile or need to prepare for other outcomes quietly, you deserve to make informed decisions with confidence.
Book your consultation today
Speak confidentially with our family law professionals who can help you move forward with clarity—on your terms.
