Steps to Take 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
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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
Guide to Alimony: Ex-Spousal Maintenance in Singapore
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, to
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.
Moving on after Divorce: A guide to healing and rebuilding
Getting a divorce is often a tumultuous and life-altering event. It can disrupt your life in numerous ways, leaving you with a whirlwind of emotions and a new reality to adjust to. Regardless of the circumstances surrounding the divorce, moving on can be a challenging process. However, with the right mindset and tools, you can
How to Cope with Divorce
Divorce can be an emotionally difficult and overwhelming experience. The end of a long-term relationship can cause a wide range of complicated emotions, and the process of adjustment to the change can be particularly challenging. It is possible, however, to find hope in the midst of this difficult time. With guidance and support, you can
11 Causes of Communication Breakdown in Marriage
Marriage is a union between two people and communication is essential to ensure that it remains strong. Unfortunately, even the most loving marriages can suffer from communication breakdowns, resulting in an unhappy marriage. Here are several causes of communication breakdown in marriage:Unrealistic ExpectationsWith fairy tale-like romance often portrayed through movies, books and the media these
A Guide to CPF Nomination
A CPF nomination is an action that you can take, in order to specify who will receive your CPF savings (i.e. your “nominee(s)”), and how much each nominee should receive upon your demise. Find out more in this article.
Freedom of Choice for Order of Surname and Given Name, and For Husband and Wife to Have Different Surnames, But What About Countries With Patriarchy Systems?
The article below is an English translation of a newspaper article written by a journalist from a leading Japanese newspaper, Asahi Shimbun (朝日新聞) on 11th April 2021. The journalist interviewed and quoted the views of lawyer, Ng Pui Khim on the subject of name changing in Singapore.