A divorce is never easy but can become even more complicated if it becomes a contested divorce proceeding. In many cases, agreeing to a simplified uncontested divorce can be the best alternative for both spouses notwithstanding who is the plaintiff or the defendant....
With almost every third person in Singapore coming from abroad, marriages between foreigners and Singaporeans are not uncommon. When expats marry in Singapore, they have to account for all local regulations not only to have a valid marriage but also to manage all...
Introduction Are you a victim of family violence? If you are, what can you do about it? There are various types of protection you can apply for in Singapore against an abusive family member. In the Women’s Charter, family members can apply for a protection order for...
General Overview Child custody is often the main issue for contention during a divorce. The Guardianship of Infants Act is the main statute governing child custody in Singapore and it is supplemented by the Women’s Charter and the Administration of Muslim Law Act....
Divorce is only granted in Singapore if the marriage has irretrievably broken down. This irretrievable breakdown is proved in four legally defined ways: Adultery, unreasonable behaviour, desertion, or separation. If you are seeking a divorce and cannot prove adultery,...
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