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Wills / Featured Articles

4 Probate Mistakes in Singapore (and What to Do Instead)

by Mohamed Baiross / July 9, 2020

Having handled many probate matters in my 12-year career as a lawyer so far, I have noticed a few common mistakes administrators or executors (collectively known as personal representatives) tend to make when administering the estate of a loved one who has passed away. This is understandable, given the sorrow…

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person writing a will
Featured Articles / Family and Community

The COVID-19 Pandemic: Financial Settlements on Divorce

by Sonny Patel / July 9, 2020

I am an English lawyer with 14 years of experience. I specialise in English family law as it applies to British expats based in Singapore, and across Asia. In my previous article “The COVID-19 Pandemic: 6 issues international families may face” I discussed, in broad terms, the types of issues…

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couple wearing mask not looking at each other
Featured Articles / Public Interest

4 Reasons to Hire a Criminal Lawyer to Defend You in Singapore

by Mohamed Baiross / June 8, 2020

When faced with a criminal charge, you will need to decide whether or not to hire a criminal lawyer. Some people may shy away from this due to the potential costs and hassle of engaging a lawyer, while others may think that they have the ability to conduct their own…

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criminal lawyer in his office
Featured Articles / Lifestyle

Insurance Disputes in Singapore: What Happens When They Arise?

by Darshini / May 15, 2020

For those who are insurers or who are insured, it is useful to have a backdrop of the terminology and the practice of insurance law. The practice of insurance law may be divided under two heads: Contentious: Where the insurance matter  is disputable, such as determining the validity of an…

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man signing insurance policy
Featured Articles / Wills

Roles of a Will and LPA in Estate Planning (and Why You Need Both)

by Mohamed Baiross / July 29, 2019

What is Estate Planning?  Estate planning refers to the process of determining what happens to one’s assets, including the management of your property and financial affairs, in the event that you lose mental capacity or pass on. This article will introduce two important tools in estate planning: A will; and…

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will and lpa documents.
Featured Articles / Lifestyle

How to Write a Legally Binding Promissory Note in Singapore

by Mohamed Baiross / June 25, 2019

What is a Promissory Note? A promissory note is a written and signed unconditional promise made by a borrower to pay a certain sum of money to a specified party. This party may be a person or company. Promissory notes are governed by the Bills of Exchange Act. Why Should…

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man signing a promissory note.
Featured Articles / Family and Community

Divorce Issues for Singapore Fathers: Child Custody, Asset Division etc.

by Mohamed Baiross / May 27, 2019

This article is intended to provide useful advice to fathers contemplating divorce. At the outset, it is important to bear in mind that family law is about balancing the rights of both spouses, and what is in the best interests of any children they have, so that there is a…

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father holding his son's hand.
Featured Articles / Family and Community

6 Reasons to Make Your Lasting Power of Attorney While You Still Can

by Mohamed Baiross / January 14, 2019

The benefits of drawing up a will are widely recognised. It gives the maker of the will the opportunity to set his estate affairs in order by selecting as executors, the individuals best suited for the role and, by giving them the necessary instructions on how to administer the estate…

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person signing an LPA form.
Featured Articles / Wills

How to Leave Property to Your Children in Your Will in Singapore

by Mohamed Baiross / November 27, 2018

Whether you own a cozy condominium, a humble 3-room HDB flat or a palatial detached bungalow, you would need to ensure that your property is distributed in a way that suits both you and your family’s best interests upon your passing. Before parents choose to leave property to their children…

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small house model on a wooden table.
Featured Articles / Business

3 Reasons for an Equipment Lease Agreement

by Darshini / October 19, 2018

What is an Equipment Lease Agreement? An equipment lease agreement, or equipment hire agreement, is a written agreement between two businesses where one business (the lessor), leases or rents equipment to another business (the lessee) for a fee (rental). Businesses whose business model involve: Hiring out equipment for a fee;…

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