Navigating the legal system can be worrisome, especially when initiating legal proceedings. Two primary ways to start a civil claim exist in Singapore: Originating Claims (previously known as Writ of Summons) and Originating Applications (OA). While seemingly similar,...

Surrogacy remains a topic of significant discussion and debate in many countries, and Singapore is no exception. With prospective parents exploring avenues to expand their families, it’s vital to understand the complexities surrounding surrogacy in Singapore. This...

If you're considering divorce in Singapore, you might wonder what would happen to your home. In this situation, both parties can discuss and decide on what to do with the property. You can consider options like transferring ownership to one spouse, selling the...

Every couple goes through the ups and downs of a relationship, even more so after marriage. While most can sit together and have serious discussions about their marital issues, some eventually find that the marriage is way past the point of fixing. When there's no...

Adoption is a legal process that gives a person the rights of a parent over a child. Once an adoption is finalised, the child no longer has any ties to his or her birth parents. The people who adopt the child become the child's parents and take on all of a parent's...

A "Power of Attorney" in Singapore is a legal document which gives authority to another person to handle specific matters on your behalf. In most situations, this proof of authority is only necessary for a legally binding transaction. Powers such as selling assets,...