Civil litigation refers to legal disputes in which one party is accused of having committed a wrong, but not a crime. Such disputes are often remedied by compensation to the wronged person or by an injunction that prevents the wrongdoer from violating your rights again. The list of areas that sits under the practice of civil litigation is, therefore, extremely broad.
Before starting legal proceedings, in most cases, you should issue a letter of demand. The letter would set out:
If the letter is complied with, the letter of demand is a way of resolving matters without the time and expense of formal legal proceedings.
However, if the letter is ignored, a civil suit can commence. A writ of summons and a statement of claim would be filed at court, plus the documents would need to be served on the defendant.
Our lawyers would be able to advise you of the:
Having a specialist Lawyer to deal with your dispute can significantly improve your chances of successful litigation. Our experienced team of civil litigators are well-versed in all aspects of civil law in Singapore. They are ideally positioned to help and assist you with all of your civil litigation matters. Drawing on our extensive experience with clients from various industries, we are always prepared and ready to assist you.
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