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How to Void a Marriage
There are instances when a couple wants to dissolve a marriage but due to situations, may not want to go through a divorce procedure. These couples may then be looking at alternative routes, such as applying for an annulment, in which case they are effectively voiding the marriage. However, before they can even consider such […]
Read moreChild Representative – w.e.f. October 2014
The Singapore Family Court recent initiatives saw it creating the role of a Child Representative. The Child Representative is a lawyer who is a neutral third party and elected to represent the child caught in a divorce tussle between his or her parents. The Child Representative’s role is to ensure that any decisions pertaining to […]
Read moreThe 3 Year Rule – An Exception
Couples intending to file for divorce in Singapore have to satisfy the criteria of having been legally married for a period of 3 years before they are able to proceed. This rule under the Singapore law was drafted to protect the sanctity of marriage and to ensure that couples do not enter into marriage rashly […]
Read moreMarital Rape
Marital or spousal rape is defined as non consensual sex forced upon a spouse and can be categorised as domestic sexual violence. Previously, husbands forcing sex on their wives were not criminalised based on the traditional notion that they have a right to start a family. Husbands were also protected by religious institutions which condoned […]
Read moreGrandparents – What Rights Do They Have To Their Grandchild(ren) In A Divorce?
When a couple with children goes through a divorce, it is not just the husband and wife who are emotionally affected, particularly if the divorce proceedings are not amicable. Very often it is the children who suffer from the animosity – being pulled both ways by both parents. Visitation Rights Another area which is often […]
Read moreRemarriage after Divorce – When can it happen?
The end of a marriage can be a difficult time in one’s life. That does not mean, however, that one cannot find happiness again in another relationship. Many move on from an unfortunate situation to find themselves in happier circumstances later on. The question is, how soon can this “later on” situation take place? There […]
Read moreDrafting A Will During Divorce
It is a common occurrence for married couples to appoint each other as Executors of their will, or to appoint as their beneficiaries, or both. When that marriage falls apart, and heads towards a divorce, often times many forget about their wills, being so caught up in the emotional roller coaster and the proceedings of […]
Read morePersonal Protection Orders
When you say “I do” you think of happily ever after, that you have found the perfect person to spend the rest of your days with, to start a beautiful family and settle down into domestic bliss. Unfortunately, sometimes, that dream turns into a nightmare, and you now find yourself living in untenable conditions where […]
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- How to Void a MarriageApril 27, 2017
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- Child Representative – w.e.f. October 2014November 18, 2015
- Mediating A DivorceOctober 28, 2015
- AnnulmentOctober 22, 2015
