The recent decision in TNL v TNK [2017] SGCA 15 clarifies how matrimonial assets should be divided in divorces and allowed the Court to emphasize that mutual respect must be accorded for spousal contributions whether in the economic or homemaking spheres as both roles are equally fundamental to the well-being…
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How To Save Money And Avoid A Costly Divorce
Divorce legal fees in Singapore can be costly. Below are some tips on how you can reduce your divorce fees in Singapore. 1. Talk to your spouse and try to agree on the divorce and ancillary issues Both of you should try to agree on the reason for the divorce.…
6 tips for debt recovery in Singapore
Debt recovery can be a difficult process. Here are 6 tips that will aid you in legally recovering your debt. 1. Be aware of laws that may be relevant to debt collection Although there are no specific laws that regulate debt recovery, other statutes such as the Penal Code and Protection…
Separated, but living under the same roof
Under the Women’s Charter, one way of proving the irretrievable breakdown of a marriage is for a couple to live apart for several years (3 years for an uncontested divorce and 4 years for a contested one). Separation does not necessarily mean that the couple has to live in different…
5 Reasons To Hire A Divorce Lawyer
Singapore has seen an increasing number of divorces. With so many legal resources readily accessible online today, it is possible to file for the divorce on your own. However, there are still reasons why hiring a divorce lawyer may be more beneficial. 1. Know what to ask for Not all divorce…
Women are more impatient when it comes to divorce, divorce statistics show
Recently, Statistics Singapore released its report on Marriages and Divorce 2015. We dug through the report and came to 4 conclusions: 1. Women are more impatient when it comes to divorce A total of 53.7% of plaintiffs in civil divorces cited ‘unreasonable behavior’ as the main reason for divorce. However, interestingly, the…
Why having $1 as maintenance may actually be useful
A wife applying for maintenance during divorce may feel aggrieved when the Judge hands down judgment for maintenance of $1. Afterall, $1 will do little to relieve the financial burdens she may have. However, it is still better than having been given no maintenance. This article will seek to explain…
Divorced, but living under the same roof?
Following a divorce, ties are often severed and couples may want to avoid seeing each other again. Many seek new homes to settle in to start afresh and rebuild their lives. However, for some, this may not be an option. While unusual, some couples choose to live in the same…
Single and Unwed Mothers in Singapore: Frequently Asked Questions
In this article, we address some common questions and queries that have been raised by unwed and/or single mothers in Singapore. This FAQ is a collaboration with Babes Pregnancy Crisis Support Ltd, an NGO for girls 21 and below who are in a pregnancy crisis in need of help and support. Can…
5 Common Reasons Couples Get Prenuptial Agreements
There has been an increasing demand for prenuptial agreements in Singapore, based on feedback from our interaction with lawyers. Why is this so? After all, prenuptial agreements are still taboo for most Singapore couples. There is a stigma attached to it. If a couple is serious about working at a…
