Share this on WhatsAppThe number of inter-ethnic marriages in Singapore has increased over the years. 21.5% of all marriages in Singapore in 2016 were inter-ethnic marriages in Singapore. This represents a 3-fold increase from 1990, when the number of inter-ethnic marriages in Singapore was just 7.6% of the total number of marriages. Despite inter-ethnic marriages in Singapore becoming more common, some couples still get strange looks in public and have difficulties overcoming parental objections. Ms Sandy Cheng’s Taoist parents took 8 years to accept that their daughter was going to convert to Islam for her future husband, Muhd Fitri Khamis.
Share this on WhatsAppAre you curious about divorce procedures in Singapore? Divorce Procedures in Singapore- all terms agreed For an uncontested divorce (all terms agreed), divorce procedures in Singapore are relatively simple and straightforward. The lawyer drafts the divorce papers and arrange for signing. After the papers are signed, the papers are submitted to Court. The Court grants an Interim Judgment. If nothing happens within 3 months, Final Judgment will be granted. That is the end of the divorce procedures in Singapore. The whole process will take about 4 months. Divorce Procedures in Singapore- terms not agreed What happens when
Share this on WhatsAppDating for Divorcees in Singapore Many of my clients cannot imagine dating after their divorce. Some develop a phobia for marriage. Others choose to remain single for their children, like Cecilia Cheung. Sin Chew Daily reported that actress Cecilia Cheung is choosing to remain single after her divorce in order to spend more time with her children. Cheung, 37, divorced actor Nicholas Tse in 2011. In the interview, she said that her priority is to ensure that her children are happy. Her ex-husband Tse reportedly failed to attend their elder son’s 10th birthday party recently. Tse is
Share this on WhatsAppNot all of my clients are sure about divorce from the onset. Many started by browsing through divorce forum Singapore, trying to find out what they should do. Do they really need a divorce? I came across an article from Reader’s Digest recently. The article talks about the “time to leave”. I think it is a good summary of most of the points that I have read on divorce forum Singapore. When should you leave? When your spouse asks you to change major things such as your career, religion, studies and other important aspects of your life.
Share this on WhatsAppOn average, I draft about 5 to 10 deeds of separation every month. What is the deed of separation cost? We charge a flat fee of S$550.00 nett for a deed of separation. What does the deed of separation cost cover? The deed of separation cost covers the drafting fees and all disbursements (including GST). Our deed of separation cost package also includes a one-time face-to-face consultation. No additional charges are imposed if you need us to amend the deed of separation prior to signing. Personally, I feel that a deed of separation is a good way
Share this on WhatsAppIf you are in the middle of a long drawn divorce, you may feel the need to make an application for an interim custody order Singapore. Essentially, with an interim custody order Singapore, your rights to your children and their welfare are protected. For instance, I have had some clients who feel a need to leave their matrimonial home (sometime out of safety concern) before the conclusion of the divorce proceedings. They do not want to leave their children in the care of the other parent, as they fear that their children will be neglected and left
Share this on WhatsAppHave you wondered how mixed messages from parents affect your child? According to Mr Sam Kuna, president of the Singapore Association for Counselling, mixed messages from parents (disagreement) can be a learning point. If parents can disagree agreeably and explain to their children on their different views, children will learn that disagreement does not equate to being disrespectful. Parenting specialist Sarah Chua said that parents should also show maturity and not engage in shouting matches in front of children. See: Bryna Singh, “When is it okay to side with your child instead of your spouse?”, The Straits
Share this on WhatsAppIf you are a witness to a child abuse incident in Singapore, you should report the incident to a Child Protection Specialist Centre Singapore. Each Child Protection Specialist Centre Singapore receives referrals from the MSF Child Protection Services to support families and children. Role of Child Protection Specialist Centre Singapore They help to create a safe environment for both parents and children through the development of appropriate safety plans. Each Child Protection Specialist Centre Singapore works with families to empower parents and caregivers with parenting strategies and skills and link them up with other community resources. By
Share this on WhatsAppOnce in a while, I come across desertion divorce cases. Most divorces in Singapore proceed on the reasons of unreasonable behaviour, separation and adultery. Desertion divorce cases are rare. Under the Women’s Charter Singapore, if your spouse has deserted you for a continuous period of 2 years immediately prior to the filing of the divorce writ, you can file for divorce based on the ground that the marriage has irretrievably broken down. Desertion divorce cases usually happen when one spouse “runs” away without telling the other. The spouse who remains has no way of locating the runaway
Share this on WhatsAppMany of my clients are concerned about the matrimonial assets definition in Singapore. What does it cover? Does it cover assets you acquire before the marriage? Does it cover assets which you paid for solely? Does the matrimonial assets definition include gifts and inheritance? I recently read about how Ms Angeline Francis Khoo, daughter of the 44th richest man in Malaysia gave up her inheritance to marry a man whom her father disapproved of. The senior Mr Khoo is the chairman of Malayan United Industries, which holds substantial stakes in Laura Ashley UK and the Corus group
