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Appropriate Adult Schemes in Singapore
There are two types of Appropriate Adult Schemes in Singapore: Appropriate Adult Scheme for suspects with intellectual disabilities Appropriate Adult Scheme for young suspects under 16 years old Who is this for? As outlined above, there are currently two schemes. One of the schemes are intended for suspects with intellectual disabilities – such as people…...
Tips for instituting Child Abduction Proceedings under the Hague Convention
A Hague Convention application may be made where a child is taken across an international border, away from his or her habitual place of residence, without the consent of the other parent who has rights of custody under the law in Singapore. The two countries must be parties to the Convention. Upon successful application, the child…...
Implications of Annulment
Unlike a divorce, an annulment results in the marriage being treated as not having existed. As a result, some of the subsequent effects of an annulment differ from that of a divorce. This may be particularly so with regards to status of children, maintenance payments and property. Status of children The primary issue concerns the…...
Variation of Parenting Orders (Custody, Care and Control & Access)
At the end of the second stage of your divorce proceedings dealing with ancillary matters, the Judge has likely made a decision on various issues pertaining to your child. This includes orders regarding: Custody: which parent gets to make major life decisions for the child in areas such as education, healthcare, and religion? Care and…...
Can an Executor of a Will Be Forced to Execute the Will by a Judge?
Gloria James-Civetta & Co Estate Lawyers A judge can remove an executor if he does not perform his duties or the beneficiaries propose a good case to remove him. However, the judge cannot force a named executor to oversee the probate of the will. Express Renunciation by Executor If you are appointed as an executor…...
Joint and Mutual Wills in Singapore
Gloria James-Civetta & Co There are various types of wills. The more common types in Singapore are simple wills, joint wills and mutual wills. Single wills are the most common and often without any complications. Joint Wills Joint wills are made by two persons on a single legal document. This is usually done by married…...
Will Writing Services
A Will with 2 Executors An executor is someone that you appoint and name in your Will to administer your estate and distribute your assets after you have passed on. You may appoint more than one executor. The executor needs to be above 21 years old, capable of fulfilling his/ her duties and a non-bankrupt.…...
Women’s Charter Amendments 2011
The Women’s Charter governs the law of marriage and divorce, and recent amendments have attempted to make these processes more convenient and efficient. These measures include the following: Stronger protection measures for maintenance orders An amendment to Section 71 of the Women’s Charter allows the courts to use a banker’s guarantee, in the event of…...
Strategy for Obtaining Custody from a Narcissist Parent
When you decide to divorce a narcissistic spouse, you may feel relief at finally being able to distance yourself from their toxic behavior. But the situation is more complicated when you have children. Divorce can set you free from your spouse’s destructive influence–but what about your kids? There’s good reason for concern: having a narcissistic…...
Lasting Power of Attorney
Why you should apply for a Lasting Power of Attorney? Unless you already have a Power of Attorney, your loved ones will need to apply for an order under the Mental Capacity Act through the Family Court of Singapore to become “deputy”, which can be a long and costly process. A Lasting Power of Attorney…...
