How Matrimonial Assets Are Divided in a Singapore Divorce
Learn how Singapore’s courts divide matrimonial assets like property, CPF, and savings in a divorce. Understand your rights with our expert legal guide.
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Child Maintenance in Singapore: Laws & Calculation
What is Child Maintenance? Child maintenance is the financial support provided by the parent towards the living expenses of his or child. The living expenses include accommodation, clothing, food and education or any other expenses as may be reasonable having regard to the parents’ means and station in life. Usually, the non-custodial parent (meaning, the
Divorce by Mutual Agreement in Singapore
Understand Singapore’s Divorce by Mutual Agreement (DMA). Learn the requirements, process, and key benefits of this no-fault option introduced in July 2024.
Interim Judgment Explained: Key Step in Singapore Divorce Proceedings
What Happens After You File for Divorce in Singapore Filing for divorce is never easy, but many are surprised to learn that getting the certificate of divorce (the legal term is “Final Judgment”) is not instantaneous. ⚖️ In Singapore, once the Court declares that the marriage is terminated by divorce, the Court first issues an
Processing a Will after Death in Singapore
When a loved one passes away, dealing with legal paperwork can be quite overwhelming for you as close family member, especially so if you have just found out you are named as an executor in the Will. Whether you are a family member, close friend, or listed as a beneficiary, one common question comes up
What to Do When a Family Member Passes Away
1. Obtain the Death Certificate 2. Arrange Funeral and Wake 3. Notify Relatives and Friends 4. Counselling and Support Services 5. Administrative and Financial Matters
How to Legally Change Name in Singapore?
Getting a name change in Singapore is much more common than one might think. Read this article to find out the reasons why, as well as the process behind it.
Mandatory Co-Parenting Programme
What is the Mandatory Co-Parenting Programme? The Mandatory Co-Parenting Programme (“CCP”) is a compulsory programme for all parents with children below 21 years old to attend, before filing for divorce. Do I have to pay to attend this CPP? No, this programme is free of charge. Will this CPP take up a lot of my
Grounds for Divorce in Singapore: How to Establish and Prove Them
The only legal grounds for divorce is that of which ‘the marriage has irretrievably broken down’. What are those and how should you prove them?
Adultery & Divorce in Singapore: 9 Key Facts You Must Know
Infidelity is a common cause of divorce in Singapore. Yet, many neither understand nor are realistic in their expectations when they seek a divorce on grounds of adultery. Here are 9 pointers to consider before filing based on adultery for divorce proceedings. In practice, the person that is alleging adultery is the plaintiff; and the
Alimony: Who Pays Ex-Spousal Maintenance?
What is Alimony? Alimony, commonly known as maintenance of ex-spouse in Singapore, is the amount of financial support ordered by the Court to maintain an ex-spouse upon divorce. The primary aim of alimony has been described as “the principle of financial preservation”. The Court makes the order to help the ex-spouse having lower income,
8 Signs of an Unhappy Marriage That Could Lead to Divorce
Everyone wishes to have their own happily-ever-after – unfortunately, there are several signs that indicate if an unhappy marriage means something much more.