Does domestic violence affect divorce?

Does domestic violence affect divorce? The short answer is yes. Domestic violence is a form of unreasonable behaviour, which you can use to show the Court that the marriage has irretrievably broken down. In other words, you can use the reason of domestic violence on the part of your spouse to file for divorce in … Read more

Family Violence Specialist Centres Singapore and iFams

If you are a victim of family violence in Singapore, you can apply for a personal protection order at one of the Family Violence Specialist Centres Singapore. In the past, you can only do so at the Family Justice Courts. As part of the process, you would have to register and see a counsellor. Now, … Read more

Meaning of Expedited Order in Singapore

As a family lawyer in Singapore, I always advise my clients to make an application for a personal protection order if they encounter family violence at home. What is the meaning of expedited order in Singapore? Meaning of Expedited Order My clients are often anxious when they find out that it takes a few months … Read more

Women’s Charter Personal Protection Order- Contact us to find out more!

Many clients are keen to know more about the Women’s Charter Personal Protection Order. What is the Women’s Charter Personal Protection Order? Essentially, if you have been hurt, placed in fear of hurt, wrongfully restrained/ confined or continually harassed by a family member, you can make an application for a personal protection order. Family members … Read more

What is Personal Protection Order?

Many of my clients asked me: What is personal protection order? What is personal protection order? A personal protection order is granted if family violence has been committed, or is likely to be committed and a personal protection order is required for your protection. Once a personal protection order is granted, it cannot be breached. … Read more

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