As a result, the spouses jointly determined a maintenance arrangement that met their needs and the best interests of their children. By opting for mediation, “Ms M” avoided a lengthy and costly court battle and achieved a satisfactory resolution.
In Singapore, the court may order a husband to provide reasonable maintenance to his wife, paying either a monthly sum or a lump sum. If the husband becomes incapacitated, the court may oblige the wife to provide reasonable maintenance for her husband. Both parents have the duty to maintain or contribute to the maintenance of their children, unless there is another arrangement under an agreement or a court order.
Spousal maintenance, which is sometimes referred to as alimony or spousal support, is the financial support paid by one spouse during the divorce process or after the marriage is dissolved. Most disputes over alimony relate to the amount of what is considered “reasonable maintenance.”
Child maintenance is the financial support provided by either parent, which can include providing the child with accommodation, clothing, food, and education or paying for those costs. The parents provide for child support regardless of the reason for divorce and irrespective of whether the children were born in marriage, or whether they are in his or her custody, or the custody of another person.
In deciding upon the amount of divorce maintenance for a wife, an incapacitated husband, or child support, the court typically takes into account the following considerations:
You can apply for spousal maintenance or child support on your own or through a lawyer. When you involve a law firm, a divorce maintenance lawyer will help you evaluate your eligibility, prepare the required documents, avoid omissions, and apply for reasonable maintenance within the meaning of the Women’s Charter.
An application for divorce maintenance can be filed with:
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“Ms M” sought our assistance in determining the appropriate amount of monthly maintenance. Through mediation, we facilitated open and respectful communication between “Ms M” and her former spouse.
As a result, the spouses jointly determined a maintenance arrangement that met their needs and the best interests of their children. By opting for mediation, “Ms M” avoided a lengthy and costly court battle and achieved a satisfactory resolution.
“Mr L” approached our firm seeking assistance in determining a fair amount of monthly maintenance for his wife, who had been financially dependent throughout the marriage. Our expert maintenance lawyers meticulously assessed the financial needs of the dependent spouse, taking into account her living expenses and ongoing commitments.
With a focus on fairness and ensuring a stable post-divorce life for the dependent spouse, we successfully negotiated a maintenance agreement that addressed her financial needs and provided her with a sense of security.
In a case involving “Ms S,” the primary concern was securing adequate maintenance for the children. Our team worked closely with “Ms S” to assess the children’s financial needs, including educational expenses, healthcare costs, and extracurricular activities.
Recognising the importance of maintaining the children’s standard of living, we pursued a fair and reasonable maintenance arrangement that provided for their well-being. Through negotiation and the court’s intervention, we secured a maintenance order that ensured the children’s continued financial stability.
IRB Law is a well-known law firm in Singapore, recognised by The Straits Times and Statista over multiple years for our excellent family law service.
We understand the emotional toll and financial strain of divorce on spouses and their children and use a compassionate and constructive approach to resolve maintenance-related disputes.
At IRB Law, we provide affordable legal services and are always clear about our legal fees.
Mohamed Baiross is the managing partner of IRB Law and one of the nation's leading lawyers in multiple practice areas, including civil, corporate, and commercial law. With over three decades of experience as a business lawyer, Mohamed Baiross has built a renowned corporate law firm in Singapore, providing expert legal services to global corporations and local businesses.
Kulvinder Kaur is a prominent commercial and corporate lawyer and an expert in litigation matters. Kaur is well-known in all courts of Singapore for strong legal representation in the most complex cases across multiple practice areas.