“Her career is marked by formidable achievements in complex matrimonial cases.” – Asian Legal Business
Mathea Lim
Associate Director, Family Law Practice Group
Awards and Accolades
Mathea was recognised as one of “Singapore’s Rising Stars” in 2024 by Asian Legal Business. The prestigious accolade honours "exceptional lawyers who have demonstrated remarkable potential and have earned consistent client praise."
In particular, Mathea was praised for her “formidable achievements in complex matrimonial cases involving high-net-worth clients and international elements." Mathea was also commended for successfully managing a divorce case involving assets totalling $30 million.
Notable Cases and Achievements
- Mathea recently successfully acted for the Husband in the High Court, securing 72.5% of matrimonial assets ( XIK v XIL [2025] SGHCF 16).
- Mathea was the lead lawyer in a widely publicised case where she successfully represented her client in securing preschool fees from her ex-husband for their son ("Court orders man to pay son's preschool fees to ex-wife").
Recognised Excellence
Mathea has received numerous scholarships and awards, reflecting her academic excellence and expertise in family law:
- Distinction for Part B Family Law Course 2019.
- LexisNexis Family Law Prize December 2018 – awarded to the top student in Family Law (NUS Law).
- Wee Chong Jin Scholarship in Law (Academic Year 2018-2019).
- NUS Law Dean’s List (Academic Year 2015-2016).
While in law school, Mathea was also a founding director of the Student Disciplinary Assistance Scheme, where she provided guidance to students facing proceedings before the Board of Discipline and Disciplinary Appeals Board.
Professional Journey
Before joining PKWA Law, Mathea trained and worked at one of Singapore’s top law firms. Her passion lies in helping individuals through some of the most challenging times in their lives.
Mathea specialises in handling complex divorce cases, including cases with complex asset distributions and maintenance issues, as well as intricate disputes related to the custody of children.
She is known for her innovative thinking, practical solutions, meticulous attention to detail, and passionate advocacy. Mathea empowers her clients by helping them understand their legal positions, enabling them to make well-informed decisions throughout the divorce process. She is a strong advocate for therapeutic justice and promotes the amicable resolution of disputes through mediation whenever possible.
Mathea’s areas of work include:
- Court of Appeal matters
- Contentious and Non-Contentious Divorces
- Jurisdiction Issues
- Children Custody Issues
- Maintenance Issues
- Division of Assets
- Marital Agreements
- Separation Agreements
- Family Violence Issues
- High net worth divorces and family disputes
- Cross-border international disputes
- Child abduction matters
- Relocation Issues
- Pre-Nuptial Agreements
- Financial Separation Agreements
- Personal Protection matters
- Interim Maintenance Applications & Trials
- Contested Ancillary Issues
- Adoption matters
Scholarships awarded
- Distinction for Part B Family Law Course 2019.
- LexisNexis Family Law Prize December 2018 – awarded to the top student in Family Law (NUS Law).
- Wee Chong Jin Scholarship in Law (Academic Year 2018-2019).
- NUS Law Dean’s List (Academic Year 2015-2016).
Contact Us
Mathea Lim's dedication to family law and her compassionate approach make her a trusted advisor for your family law needs. Contact us today to discuss how Mathea and the PKWA Law team can assist you with your legal matters.