Divorce Lawyers in Singapore

Our lawyers in Singapore can provide you with legal assistance for any legal matter, including the divorce procedure. Discover details about this procedure in our concise presentation. If you need a divorce lawyer in Singapore, do not hesitate to contact us at: http://www.lawyers-singapore.com/.

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Divorce Lawyers in Singapore from Law Firm in Singapore

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• 1. 1 DIVORCE LAWYERS IN SINGAPORE A presentation brought to you by Lawyers-Singapore.com
• 2. 2 Legal Framework for Divorce in Singapore • The Divorce procedures in Singapore falls under the Women’s Charter or Chapter 353. • In order to apply for divorce in Singapore one of the spouses must be a resident when applying for separation or must have lived in the city for three continuous years before starting the proceedings.
• 3. 3 The Grounds for Divorce in Singapore • The grounds for divorce in Singapore are the following:  adultery;  unreasonable behavior that makes it impossible for one of the spouses to live with the other;  desertion if one of the party has left the conjugal home for more than two years;  if the spouses have lived apart for three years or more.
• 4. 4 Judicial Separation in Singapore • Judicial separation is available if one of the spouses does not want to live with the other party, but does not want to apply for divorce either. • In this case, a petition with the Court for Judicial Separation must be submitted.
• 5. 5 Marriage Annulment in Singapore • In certain cases, marriage annulment is also possible in Singapore. • However, it is advisable to consult a law firm in Singapore before proceeding with the application because of the extended grounds for annulment.
• 6. 6 The Divorce Procedure in Singapore >> • Before commencing the divorce procedure, the lawyers in Singapore must obtain all relevant information with the HDB (Housing and Development Board) and the CPF (Central Provident Fund) Board. • Our lawyers in Singapore can help you initiate the divorce procedure and represent you through the entire process.
• 7. 7 >> The Divorce Procedure in Singapore • The second step for the divorce procedure in Singapore will be filing a Writ for divorce and a Statement of Claim. • Singapore litigation lawyers may file all documents electronically.
• 8. 8 The Divorce Trial in Singapore >> • After the documents are submitted, an 8-day period is granted for the other party to contest the divorce. • This period may be extended by the Family Court by issuing a Memorandum of Appearance that has 14-days validity. • Then, the Court will arrange a Status Conference or a Pre Trial Conference between parties and their divorce lawyers.
• 9. 9 >> The Divorce Trial in Singapore • The divorce trial may take several days. • During the divorce procedure, properties and assets are divided between parties and, if children are involved, custody, maintenance and visitation rights will also be decided.
• 10. 10 Legal Assistance in Singapore • The divorce procedure in Singapore implies in some cases a complex process, that is why it is recommended to ask for the help of a local law firm. • Whether you need representation in divorce matters or just qualified legal advice you can contact our attorneys in Singapore.
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