As you live life, your estate and your relationships with different people would be constantly changing. As such, you may wish to alter your will even after you have made it, so as to reflect new relationships or relationships that you have come to value more with time. welcome a new family member when they…...

At Gloria James-Civetta & Co, we understand that the divorce process is both difficult & complex. It is a time in which all parties involved experience high emotional distress and anxiety levels. All our lawyers are trained mediators, as we believe that separating couples who are able to pursue this route can greatly benefit and…...

During the signing of employment contracts, employers may request for employees to sign a separate agreement which governs the protection of confidential information and/or trade secrets that the employee has handled during the course of his/her work. Further information can be gleaned through consultation with a commercial lawyer. Would such a clause be enforceable against…...

If you are a performing artiste, writer or artist, this section may be relevant to you especially if you are embroiled in a civil dispute involving copyright infringement. What is copyright? Copyright is the right to deny others to copy your original work for the period of time. In Singapore, this right is granted vis-à-vis…...

Navigating the probate process in Singapore can be a complex and demanding experience, especially when dealing with the responsibilities of executors and administrators. The role is crucial in ensuring that a deceased’s estate is managed and distributed according to Singapore law. Understanding the responsibilities, the appointment process, and the necessary steps can help make the…...

In the absence of a will, your estate will be distributed in accordance to Singapore’s Intestate Succession Act. This does not apply if you are of Islamic faith. According to Section 7 of the Intestate Succession Act, the priority of distribution is as follows: (1) Spouse, children (2) Parents (3) Siblings (4) Grandparents (5) Aunts…...

When a deceased’s will or the intestacy law does not adequately provide for the deceased’s dependents, the deceased’s dependents may apply to the court for a maintenance order in hopes of altering the distribution of the deceased’s estate. You qualify as a dependent if you are a spouse, an unmarried daughter, an infant son, or…...

Why you should apply for a Lasting Power of Attorney? Unless you already have a Power of Attorney, your loved ones will need to apply for an order under the Mental Capacity Act through the Family Court of Singapore to become “deputy”, which can be a long and costly process. A Lasting Power of Attorney…...

Although you do not need a lawyer to make a Will, you are advised to engage the services of a lawyer for you will writing service. You should seek legal advice so that you will not risk an invalidation of your homemade will. 1. You have to be 21 years and above, of sound mind…...

Let me start by giving you a real-life scenario:- Father and Mother have 2 sons – Boy A & Boy B. After 14 years of marriage, the Father abandons the family. No contacts thereafter. 6 years thereafter, the mother files for divorce. 2 years thereafter, she passed away. Tragically, Boy B passed away 7 months…...