Even as the child has seemingly progressed into adulthood when he/she turns 21, an adult will always be some parent's child. However, the law is not as sentimental as the loving parent when it comes to defining what a child is. When the child turns 21 years old, there is a celebration, then quite suddenly,…...

If you are a victim of family violence and your application for a Personal Protection Order (PPO) has been denied, it is natural to be disheartened and confused about the next steps to take. Nonetheless, there are a number of key things you can do to improve your chances of getting the PPO after your…...

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…...

For parents of special needs children, the issue of child maintenance will typically one of their biggest concerns in a divorce. This anxiety is especially acute among parents who have care and control of a special needs child but are not in the financial position to provide everything the child needs without the other parent’s…...

A quick Google search with the keywords “Singapore Gay Man Case” will result in articles from different online sources on the landmark High Court case that allowed a Singaporean gay man to legally adopt his biological son fathered through surrogacy. Amidst the different online sources, this article aims to provide greater understanding and clarity as…...

Who can claim for spousal maintenance? The Women’s Charter provides that the wife or an incapacitated husband can claim for maintenance from the other spouse. When can a claim for spousal maintenance be made? An application could be made to the Family Justice Court (FJC) at any time during the marriage or during the divorce…...

1. There are two elements that need to be proven. Firstly, the plaintiff must prove that adultery has been committed by the defendant. Secondly, the plaintiff must prove that this has made it intolerable to live with the defendant. 2. A plaintiff who alleges adultery has the burden of proving that adultery has been committed…...

Before you begin the adoption process, it will be prudent to understand what is adoption all about. In Singapore, the Adoption of Children Act oversees the adoption of any young persons under the age of 21. Through this legal process, the biological parents give up all their rights over the child and the adoptive parents…...

In our line of work, we see the strongest relationships break down which tugs our heartstrings. Yet most rewardingly, we are tasked with the noble job of listening to clients share their personal stories and helping them move on with their lives – one step at a time. Our Singapore Divorce lawyers are highly experienced…...

The issue of surrogacy has been in the limelight as a result of a recent landmark High Court decision where a Singaporean gay man was legally allowed to adopt his biological child who was born through a surrogate mother in the US. In this article, we will be sharing with you some of the frequently…...