by Jonathan Wong | Oct 22, 2018 | Knowledge & Insights
Who are the Parties in a Divorce? The Plaintiff and Defendant are the parties in a Divorce in Singapore. A Divorce petition comprises 2 Parties i.e. you and your spouse. The Plaintiff is the spouse filing the Petition. The Defendant is the other spouse. If the Divorce...
by Jonathan Wong | Oct 19, 2018 | Knowledge & Insights
Important issues to consider before filing for Divorce in Singapore Before filing for Divorce, you and your spouse should consider the following: The possibility of reconciliation. Whether you need more information on what to expect when they embark on Divorce from a...
by Jonathan Wong | Oct 17, 2018 | Knowledge & Insights
Difference between Divorce, Nullity and Judicial Separation There are different ways to get out of a marital relationship in Singapore – Divorce, Nullity and Judicial Separation. Divorce formally ends and terminates the marriage. Nullity voids marriage in its...
by Jonathan Wong | Oct 15, 2018 | Knowledge & Insights
What is the Family Court and what types of cases does it handle? The Family Court handles all Family Law-related Court proceedings in Singapore. The Family Court handles cases including those relating to: Adoption proceedings Divorce, nullity and Judicial Separation...
by Jonathan Wong | Jun 20, 2016 | Knowledge & Insights
If your spouse is bankrupt, this can significantly affect how your matrimonial assets are divided. The High Court provided an explanation of how bankruptcy can potentially have a significant effect on the division of matrimonial assets in the case of AVM v AWH [2015]...
