The subject of mergers and acquisitions comprises a whole range of considerations, from deal origination to legal documentation, closing of the deal and then post-merger integration. Merger and acquisition lawyers in Singapore are usually able to advise on corporate finance work, which is solely incidental to the practice of the…
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#StayHome School Holidays: How To Work From Home With Kids Effectively During This Period
With the continuous spread of COVID-19, Circuit Breaker remains to be implemented in Singapore after over a month since its announcement. The closure of schools and offices across the country due to the coronavirus pandemic has compelled most of us to stay indoors and work from home instead. Undoubtedly, however,…
Recovering Debts Owed to You During COVID-19 in Singapore
To deal with the economic fallout from the COVID-19 pandemic, the Singapore Parliament enacted the COVID-19 (Temporary Measures) Act 2020 (the “COVID-19 Act”) to grant relief to affected businesses. The COVID-19 Act temporarily postpones claims for certain kinds of debt, while altering the rights of creditors for other debts. This…
The COVID-19 Pandemic: Financial Settlements on Divorce
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…
Insurance Disputes in Singapore: What Happens When They Arise?
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…
How to Hold AGMs Amid COVID-19 in Singapore
The Singapore government recently announced an extension of the COVID-19 circuit breaker measures until 1 June 2020. During the circuit breaker period, all in-person gatherings outside of your immediate family are strictly prohibited. Businesses allowed to continue operating must also comply with regulations such as: Reducing the number of workers on-site…
Blood Donation in Singapore During COVID-19: Can I Donate?
Why is it Important to Donate Blood? Blood banks are in dire need of donated blood during the current Covid-19 outbreak. This is because many people have been cancelling their blood donation appointments due to current stay-at-home measures. According to the Red Cross, 15 units of blood are used every…
Recognising, preventing and leaving abusive relationships
Read on to arm yourself with knowledge on how to recognise the signs of an abusive relationship and what you should do if someone you know is in one. — We often associate abusive relationships with teenagers and adults. However, the younger ones are at risk too. In fact, they…
How to Shop for Groceries and Essentials Safely, During COVID-19?
Let us say to the Coronavirus: NO, NOT TODAY! — With COVID-19 cases here reach the 800 mark as of 29 March, it would be safe to assume that every Singaporean parent on the island is wondering how to grocery shop efficiently and safely to provide for their families and keep…
Mental Health Issues in Kids Are Worrying. Here Are the Warning Signs
Suicide is the leading cause of death for Singapore’s millennials aged 10 to 29, according to reports. — From school stress, relationships issues to family problems and bullying, there has been a rise in the number of stressed-out children and youth in Singapore, according to experts. Increasingly, these children are turning…