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.
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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.
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.
Name Change in Singapore: The Ins, The Outs, and the After of the Process
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.
Understanding the Process of Divorce Mediation in Singapore
Are you at risk of divorce? We provide divorce mediation to settle your marital disputes. Read on to find out more about what this process is all about.
10 Common Mistakes To Avoid When Writing Your Will
We highlight some of the common mistakes you may wish to avoid when writing your will in this article so that you may fulfill your last wishes.
Divorce On Grounds Of Adultery: 9 Important Things to 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
How To Establish Grounds For Divorce In Singapore
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?
HDB Divorce Guide: What Happens To Your HDB Flat After Divorce
During a divorce or annulment, several assets will be divided amongst you and your spouse. However, what happens to your HDB flat? How will it be divided? This depends on whether your flat is considered a matrimonial asset and whether you and your spouse can come into an agreement with regard to its ownership. Let
Decided to divorce? Let’s get a will done
Life still goes on, yes, even after you’ve made up your mind to go separate ways from your partner. Sometimes, the unexpected happens, and one’s life may just end abruptly without any warning signs. Realistically, divorce proceedings take months, and in some cases even years, to wrap up. If you should pass away without having
Understanding The Lasting Power of Attorney
Singaporeans are becoming aware of the importance of writing will in order to distribute their assets according to their wishes in the event of death. However in numerous scenerios, the Lasting Power of Attorney is often left out. Many of them have not thought about the possible situation when they are still living but are
Procedure of Divorce in Singapore
Filing for divorce in Singapore can be a long and tedious process to go through even if the couple has agreed on the divorce. Read on for more information on divorce.