Practical, plain-English guides on Singapore law, written by Johnathan Lee, Advocate & Solicitor. Browse by topic: Wills & LPA · Probate & Administration · Family Law & Divorce · Employment Law · Workplace Safety & Health · Criminal Defence & Traffic · Commercial Disputes
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Grant of Probate in Singapore: When You Need It and How to Apply
When someone dies leaving a will, the executor usually needs a Grant of Probate from the Family Justice Courts before banks and other institutions will release the estate. Here is how the process works, what documents you need, and how long it takes.
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Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA) in Singapore: What It Is, Who Needs One, and How to Get It Done
An LPA lets you appoint someone you trust to make decisions for you if you lose mental capacity. This guide covers the Mental Capacity Act 2008 framework, fees, certificate issuers, and what happens if you have no LPA.
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How to Make a Valid Will in Singapore: Requirements, Common Mistakes and Costs
A will in Singapore must satisfy the formal requirements of the Wills Act 1838. This guide explains who can make a will, the witnessing rules, what happens if you die without one, and when to engage a lawyer.
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LPA Fee Waiver Made Permanent: What Singapore Citizens Need to Know
The Ministry of Social and Family Development confirmed the LPA application fee waiver is now permanent for Singapore citizens. Here’s what changed and how to apply.
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Workplace Fairness Act Singapore 2027: What Employees and Employers Must Know
Singapore’s Workplace Fairness Act takes effect in 2027. A practical guide to the five protected characteristics, employer duties and employee remedies.
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What Employers Must Know About Singapore’s New Workplace Fairness Legislation
Singapore tabled new legislation tackling workplace fairness on 12 November 2024. While the Workplace Fairness Bill is only in its first reading, and is expected to only come into effect in year 2026/2027, the proposed legislation has wide implications on medium and large-sized enterprises. If you are in charge of a business, or are a…
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Step-by-Step Guide to Creating Your LPA
A simple Google search would show the basics of a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA). The LPA is a legal document and a deed, which allows a person who is at least 21 years of age (‘Donor‘), to voluntarily appoint one or more persons (‘Donee(s)‘) to make decisions and act on his/her behalf if he/she loses mental capacity one…
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Your Questions about Letters of Demand answered!
**Disclaimer – these articles are just general sharing and is not intended to be legal advice. If you do want legal advice, we will need to look at the facts of each case to render such advice accurately. At times, you may hear others talk about getting a “lawyer’s letter”, or that they want to…
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Costliest Safety Breach Revealed – reduce your legal liabilities now!
If you take a close look at the criminal charges preferred against offenders under the Workplace Safety and Health Act, you may see one common thread despite the offenders being in various industries. In fact, in the Workplace Safety and Health Alerts sent out by the Workplace Safety and Health Counsel, you might notice one…