Guide to Contested Divorce Process

Guide to Contested Divorce Process

Guide to Contested Divorce Process in Singapore When you decide to pursue a divorce in Singapore, you may have many questions: Do I qualify for a divorce? What is my entitlement in a divorce? How will custody of my children be determined? How are marital assets...
Can your spouse lock you out of the house?

Can your spouse lock you out of the house?

Question My spouse has forced me out of the home by changing the lock. We own this house together. What are my rights? Can I stop paying the mortgage since I cannot live there now? Answer A spouse cannot force the other spouse out of the matrimonial home which is...
Can you change your child’s surname after divorce?

Can you change your child’s surname after divorce?

When couples fight over custody of children, mothers sometimes express a wish to change their children’s surname after divorce. This desire is frequently brought about because of the bitterness against the father and a wish for the children to cut off ties with the...
How will a Judge decide who gets custody?

How will a Judge decide who gets custody?

How does the Family Court decide which parent gets custody? When parents cannot agree on how they will raise their children after divorce, judges have to decide which parent should have custody, care and control. This is not a good situation because judges may not...
Child Custody for Fathers in Singapore

Child Custody for Fathers in Singapore

Understanding Child Custody, Care, and Control in Divorce: Key Factors in Singapore Divorce is never an easy decision, especially when minor children are involved. One of the most critical issues to resolve in divorce proceedings is child custody, as well as care and...
Filing for Singapore Divorce from Overseas

Filing for Singapore Divorce from Overseas

Singapore is a very global city, and its citizens have no lack of opportunities overseas. It is increasingly common for couples who were married in Singapore to move to other countries for various reasons, whether professional or personal. However, marriages don’t...
Making a Claim – Small Claims Tribunal

Making a Claim – Small Claims Tribunal

The Small Claims Tribunal (SCT) was set up to facilitate the resolution of claims that may arise between consumers and suppliers. As it is meant to be an affordable and expedient way to settle certain matters without resorting to litigation, legal representation for...