Experienced Syariah lawyers in Singapore
In Singapore, persons of the Muslim faith are subject to Syariah law, in addition to Singapore civil law generally.
For most Muslims, Syariah law affects them mainly in the areas of probate and administration of a deceased’s estate, wills and estate planning (e.g. Wasiat and Hibbah), and divorce.
In the commercial space we advise clients on Islamic financing matters which is integrated with our knowledge of civil banking, finance and capital matters.
IRB Law has one of the largest Syariah law practices, with more than 10 lawyers and paralegals with expertise in this unique area of law. Our Syariah law practitioners are conversant in Malay, Tamil, Chinese and English.
Speak to our team today to get a full understanding of your rights and obligations.
Areas of Specialisation
Syariah Divorce
Muslim divorce in Singapore is governed by the Administration of Muslim Law Act (“AMLA”) (Cap 3). The grounds for Syariah Divorce are:
- Divorce by way of Talak (pronouncement of divorce);
- Divorce by way of Khuluk (divorce by redemption; Divorce by way of Taklik (breach of a condition of the marriage); and
- Divorce by way of Fasakh (dissolution of the marriage on valid grounds).
Wasiat & Hibah
Wasiat is an Islam estate planning instrument that a Muslim Testator made during his or her lifetime with respect to his or her assets to be carried out for the purposes of charity or for any other purposes permissible by Islamic Law, upon his or her death. The main objective of having a Wasiat is to select an administrator and decide if a Muslim wishes to exercise the option of giving away 30% of one’s estate to non-beneficiaries.
Hibah is an Islam estate planning instrument that can be done during the lifetime of the donor with certain conditions. The transfer done can be revised upon death and reverts back to the donor who is still alive.
Faraid – Muslim Inheritance
Faraid deals with the distribution of the estate of a deceased Muslim among his or her heirs in accordance with Allah’s decree in the Holy Quran and according to the hadith or tradition of the Messenger of Allah. Property owned under joint tenancy registered under the Land Titles Act, CPF moneys that have been nominated, and Life insurance payouts to nominees do not fall to be distributed under faraid.
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Why Us
Why Choose IRB Law
Experienced in Syariah & Civil Law Matters
We advise on Muslim divorce, inheritance, and family matters with strong knowledge of both Syariah and Singapore civil law.
Culturally Sensitive, Solutions-Focused Approach
We provide respectful, practical guidance that understands religious considerations while achieving fair legal outcomes.
Transparent and Fair Fees
We offer clear, competitive pricing with no hidden charges, giving you confidence and peace of mind throughout your case.
Our Lawyers
Our Dedicated Syariah Law Team
Mohamed Baiross
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
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.
