An Interim Custody, Care and Control (ICCC) order governs the care arrangements for the children of marriage prior to a divorce. There are usually three issues that will be determined in an ICCC order: Custody – refers to the right to make major decisions for the child. The Courts generally award joint custody to both…...

In becoming stepfather/stepmother to your lover's child, you may wonder if you have a duty to pay for the child's living expenses while the child is still receiving maintenance from his/her biological/adoptive father and mother. A step-parent is classified as a non-parent, which even includes, grandparents or relatives. He/she is neither a biological nor an…...

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…...

Divorce proceedings can be painful and challenging for everyone involved. But toxic partners can make things worse. More often than not, high-conflict spouses will lengthen the duration of the divorce proceedings and create numerous problems that prevent successful redressal. Tips on how to manage a toxic, high-conflict divorce Recognize the signs of a high-conflict divorce…...

Divorce can be an emotionally draining experience while the legal and financial strains linked to the divorce process are the other sources of stress. If you are contemplating divorce, you may be wondering if there is such a thing as a healthy divorce. Here are some divorce tips to ensure you have an amicable divorce…...

Looking to adopt a child in Singapore? While adopting a child is an exciting and fulfilling experience, there are many things you need to be aware of. There are multiple steps involved in the adoption process, from your eligibility and obtaining consent from birth parents to the documents you need to submit. Here are the…...

One of the most important steps in the adoption process is the preparation of the Home Study Report. You will need a Home Study Report (HSR) if you are adopting a child in MSF care or a foreign-born child. Here is a closer look at what the Home Study Report is all about, what factors…...