It is often very difficult to give a straightforward answer as to what happens in an international divorce case. Many questions come to mind and they need to be addressed immediately. Continue reading “Considering Your Divorce in Singapore?”
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Foreign Marriage Jurisdiction
Foreign marriage jurisdiction
If you started divorce proceedings in Singapore, and your spouse started proceedings in a different country (or vice versa) Continue reading “Foreign Marriage Jurisdiction”
What Happens if There are Properties or Assets Abroad?
Where there are properties or assets abroad, the first thing to decide upon is which jurisdiction you should file the divorce in. Expat couples who have lived in a number of countries may have the option Continue reading “What Happens if There are Properties or Assets Abroad?”
Custody, Care & Contol and the Welfare Principle of a Child
If you are an expatriate seeking divorce in Singapore and you have a child to your marriage, this article may be of use to you because it will provide you with a better understanding Continue reading “Custody, Care & Contol and the Welfare Principle of a Child”
What if I do not Satisfy the 3 Years’ Residency, can I Divorce?
You can’t unless you can show the intention to be domiciled in Singapore, ie to make Singapore your home and to live here, period. Continue reading “What if I do not Satisfy the 3 Years’ Residency, can I Divorce?”
Exeption to the “3 Year Marriage Bar Rule”
The exceptions to this rule are where you are able to show the court that you have suffered exceptional hardship or that there is exceptional depravity on the part of your spouse. Continue reading “Exeption to the “3 Year Marriage Bar Rule””
Child Abduction and the Hague Convention Issues
International child abduction, often by a parent taking children out of a country without the consent of the other parent, is increasing as more people travel and reside overseas. Continue reading “Child Abduction and the Hague Convention Issues”
Asset Division
What happens to our property overseas in a divorce?
One of the issues that crop up during a divorce is the division of matrimonial assets. The definition of “matrimonial assets” can be found in Section 112(10) of the Women’s Charter as follows Continue reading “Asset Division”
Obtaining an Injunction Against the Relocation of a Child
Injunction
If you have reason to believe that there is a real risk and danger of your spouse taking your child abroad (without your knowledge and/ or consent), in situations where (a) any matrimonial Continue reading “Obtaining an Injunction Against the Relocation of a Child”
If you have reason to believe that there is a real risk and danger of your spouse taking your child abroad (without your knowledge and/ or consent), in situations where (a) any matrimonial Continue reading “Obtaining an Injunction Against the Relocation of a Child”