Ending a marriage involves more than obtaining a divorce order. Questions about the family home, children, finances and future responsibilities may also need to be resolved, whether both spouses agree or have differing views.

We advise and represent clients in contested and uncontested divorce proceedings in Singapore, including the division of matrimonial assets, child custody, care and control, access, and maintenance. We assist with negotiations, settlement arrangements and court proceedings where necessary.

Who will cover the children’s expenses after separation? What financial support may a spouse be entitled to receive, or required to provide? These questions can become particularly important when family finances change.

We advise and represent clients in applications for spousal and child maintenance, including disputes over maintenance amounts and financial obligations. Our advice considers the relevant financial circumstances and legal principles under Singapore law.

Conversations about finances before or during marriage are not always easy, but having clear arrangements can help couples understand their respective expectations and responsibilities.

We draft, review and negotiate prenuptial and postnuptial agreements concerning property, investments and other financial interests. We also advise on their legal significance and the factors Singapore courts may consider when determining the weight to give such agreements.

Adopting a child is a significant commitment, and the legal requirements can be complex, particularly when the adoption involves a child from overseas.

We assist prospective adoptive parents with adoption proceedings in Singapore, including eligible adoptions involving children from the People’s Republic of China (PRC). Our services include advising on applicable requirements, preparing documentation and representing clients in court proceedings, taking into account relevant cross-border considerations.

Who will care for your child if you are no longer able to do so? Planning for guardianship can provide greater clarity about the responsibilities and arrangements for a child’s future.

We advise on guardianship rights and responsibilities, the appointment of guardians and relevant court applications. Our assistance takes into account the applicable legal requirements and the welfare of the child.

When family violence threatens your safety or well-being, understanding the legal protection available can be an important first step.

We advise and represent clients in applications and proceedings involving Personal Protection Orders and related protective measures under Singapore law. We handle these matters with discretion and sensitivity to the circumstances involved.

Persistent unwanted contact, threats or online harassment can affect your sense of safety and everyday life. Depending on the circumstances, legal remedies may be available.

We advise and represent clients in matters under Singapore’s Protection from Harassment Act (POHA), including applications for protection orders and related court proceedings. We assist clients in understanding their legal options and the remedies that may be appropriate.

A Family Court order may have been appropriate when it was made, but circumstances can change. Financial difficulties, children’s evolving needs or non-compliance with existing arrangements may require further legal action.

We assist clients in applications to vary or enforce Family Court orders, including those relating to maintenance, custody, care and control, and access. Our advice considers the legal requirements, relevant changes in circumstances and available enforcement mechanisms.

What happens when a loved one loses the mental capacity to make important decisions and there is no Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in place? Family members may need legal authority to manage their loved one’s finances, property or personal welfare matters.

We assist families with deputyship applications under Singapore’s Mental Capacity Act, including applications to appoint a deputy and obtain the necessary court orders. We advise on the application process, supporting documentation and scope of the deputy’s authority, taking into account the circumstances and needs of the person who lacks mental capacity.