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Feature with Delphine Loo, CEO, The Law Society of Singapore
Reading Time: 4 minutesFeatured image by Law Society Pro Bono Services Asia Law Network has been on the lookout for strong women visionaries in the legal landscape so imagine our delight when Delphine Loo, CEO of the Law Society of Singapore agreed to speak with us about her journey and motivations. We are excited to hear from a visionary […]
ซีรี่ย์ข้ามแดน: กระบวนการหย่าร้างที่สิงคโปร์ในฐานะเป็นชาวต่างชาติ
Reading Time: 1 minutesประเทศสิงคโปร์เป็นประเทศที่มีความหลากหลายมาก และมีคนจากทั่วโลกมาทำงานและใช้ชีวิตที่นี่เป็นจำนวนมาก ผู้เกิดที่ประเทศสิงคโปร์มีจำนวนมากกว่าครึ่งหนึ่งของประชากรปัจจุบัน ดังนั้นจะเป็นเรื่องไม่ประหลาดใจที่ 40% ของการจดทะเบียนสมรสที่สิงคโปร์ในปีค.ศ. 2008 เป็นระหว่างคนสิงคโปร์และคนต่างชาติ ตอนนี้ยังไม่มีสถิติที่บอกจำนวนการสมรสโดยทั้งสองฝ่ายเป็นคนต่างชาติ ในปี 2017 จะมีคดีหย่าร้าง 1 คดีต่อทุกๆ 4 คดีการสมรส
The Hong Kong Court’s Approach to Child Custody Relocation Cases
Reading Time: 7 minutesAs an international finance centre, families from all over the world relocate to Hong Kong for work purposes. In the event that the relationship between the parents break down, can one of them simply return home with his or her children? Parental removal of a child from one country to another may amount to child […]
Is Homelessness a Problem in Singapore?
Reading Time: 5 minutesThe answer to that question is, in short, yes. According to a survey done by volunteers of a welfare organisation ‘Montfort Care’ and volunteer group ‘SW101’ in late 2017, there are 180 homeless people sleeping outdoors across 25 locations in Singapore.The same survey also debunked certain generalisations and stereotypes of homeless people in Singapore as […]
Hong Kong: Is the test for “substantial connection” for the declaration of parentage the same as that for matrimonial proceedings?
Reading Time: 4 minutesIntroduction In respect of initiating proceedings for divorce in Hong Kong, section 3(c) of the Matrimonial Causes Ordinance (Cap. 179) requires either of the parties to have substantial connection with Hong Kong. There is a line of divorce cases showing that the Courts in determining whether a connection is substantial would take all relevant factors […]
Copyright in Singapore broken down and explained
Reading Time: 7 minutesCopyright refers to the bundle of rights that is granted by the Copyright Act[1] in respect of original works and other subject-matter for limited periods of time and subject to certain permitted exceptions.[2] So what does copyright protect, and do you need a lawyer to register your Copyright? Copyright can be used to protect works […]
Vietnam: The case between Vinasun and Grab: awaiting the judge’s decision
Reading Time: 5 minutesRead the first part to Lac Thi Tu Duy’s commentary on the Vinasun v Grab dispute here. The dispute seems not to be the private matter between Grab and Vinasun anymore, but a battle between the “traditional taxi” and the “tech-based taxi”. We need to know what point of view the judge holds in this […]
Types of property and home ownership in Singapore
Reading Time: 6 minutesProperty in Singapore is seen as a reliable investment and asset for both locals and foreigners alike. Real estate in Singapore remains relatively affordable compared to other countries and currently, inheritance tax is not payable in Singapore.[1] This article hopes to shed some light on the types of housing available in Singapore as well as […]
The law on demotions in Hong Kong
Reading Time: 3 minutesA demotion normally involves a reduction in rank or status, or a decrease in job responsibilities and/or salary. An employer may wish to demote an employee for a variety of reasons including poor performance, capability and/or as an alternative to termination. Regardless of the reason for the demotion, an employer should be careful when demoting […]
How does an escrow account work in Singapore?
Reading Time: 5 minutesIn Singapore, escrow accounts are used predominantly by solicitors in conveyancing transactions to control the flow of funds during various stages of the transaction. This article will look at the role of escrow accounts in conveyancing and the other purposes escrow accounts can serve. By understanding what the term means, you can better navigate and […]
Vietnam: May the buffalo sue the tractor?
Reading Time: 5 minutesThe panel hearing the case between Vinasun and Grab appears to be taking the more prudent approach before giving a ruling. It has adjourned the first-instance hearing until 22/11/2018; to have more time to verify and collect evidence before providing its conclusion regarding the alleged VND41 billion damage suffered by Vinasun. However, whatever the result […]
คุณมีปัญหาเรื่องอำนาจปกครองบุตรข้ามแดนหรือไม่
Reading Time: 1 minutesคุณสามารถหย่าที่ประเทศสิงคโปร์ในฐานะเป็นชาวต่างชาติได้หรือไม่ ถ้าสามารถทำได้คุณจะต้องคำนึงถึงประการใดบ้าง และมีอะไรจะเกิดขึ้นได้บ้าง ข้อสงสัยเหล่านี้จะได้รับคำตอบดังต่อไปนี้
ในปีค.ศ. 2015 มีรายงานกล่าวไว้ว่า 1 ใน 3 (หรือ 36 %) ของการสมรสที่ประเทศสิงคโปร์เป็นการสมรสระหว่างคนสิงคโปร์กับชาวต่างชาติ โดยมีชาวต่างชาติจดทะเบียนสมรสทั้งหมด 8562 คน
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SMU Lexicon: A Non-parent’s Maintenance Obligation
Reading Time: 7 minutesIntroduction Imagine you marry someone with a child from a prior relationship. Initially, you do not mind caring for this child. Then, your marriage sours and you no longer want anything to do with your spouse or the child. However, can your initial conduct of caring for the child unknowingly saddle you with a legal […]
Business
Singapore’s latest push as a restructuring and insolvency hub – Amendments to SICC rules
Reading Time: 3 minutesSingapore has earned a budding reputation as a hub for debt restructuring and insolvency in Asia, with its transparent legal system and judicial expertise. This growth can also be attributed to enduring efforts to innovate and reform. To enhance Singapore as a forum of choice in international restructuring and insolvency proceedings, the Rules of Court […]
Most Common and Confusing Legal Words (Legalese) Explained Simply 
Pornography: How Legal is it in Singapore? 
What’s the difference between advocates, solicitors, barristers, counsels, notaries, lawyers and att... 
“Traditional” vs. “Design and Build” Contracts: What’s the Difference? 
What constitutes acceptance of a contract? 
Can WhatsApp messages be used in court in Singapore? 
What is the difference between paid up and authorised capital? -
A Summary of “The Rule Of Law” by Tom Bingham: Part 1 - A Guide to Understanding a Variable Capital Company (VCC)
How does an escrow account work in Singapore?
