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At HOH Law Corporation, we have significant experience providing a wide range of services relating to family law. We know that family law can seem complex, foreign and a dreaded topic for some. But fear not, we have been handling a wide variety of family law cases for many years, and we believe we can offer you the service(s) you need – all delivered with compassion, professionalism and affordability.
Our Head of Family Law, Ms Margaret Yeow leads our family practice at HOH Law Corporation. She is qualified as an Accredited Associate Mediator, Family Mediator and Collaborative Family Practitioner, Adjudicator with the Singapore Mediation Centre and an Accredited Professional Deputy and Donee.
With her expertise, you can rest assured that your matter will be handled by qualified, accredited and dedicated professionals who truly care about achieving the best outcome for you and your family.
We at HOH Law can advise and assist you in legacy planning as we have done so for many of our satisfied clients.
We offer will-writing services at competitive prices. We also handle contested probate/administration matters.
To prevent any disputes over your assets after you pass on, it is important that you have a will which is properly drafted. If you need legal representation during a tussle over a family member’s estate, we can also help you.
We can also advise you on Lasting Power of Attorney and Mental Capacity Applications (such as being appointed a deputy for a family member who has lost mental capacity or variation applications due to changes in circumstances).
To ensure that family members can be taken off if they lose their mental capacity, it is important to plan ahead and ensure that there is someone who can take care of them without putting financial burden on themselves.
We are able to provide you with advice on who is to be appointed as a deputy in the event that you do not have anyone who is trustworthy and/or in a position to be your Donee.
Divorce – we understand that a decision to end a marriage should never be taken lightly. Whether you are considering divorce or have already begun the process of divorce, we at HOH Law can provide you with the services you need.
Apart from divorce, we have extensive experience dealing with drafting deeds of separation and family arrangement. We can also advise you on judicial separation and annulment related inquiries.
If your former spouse has failed to pay/refuses to pay for court-ordered maintenance, we can help you enforce your rights and recover the outstanding amounts.
Our lawyers are committed to protecting your interests while striving for amicable and cost-effective resolution whenever possible.
We also advise couples who are looking to be adoptive parents and on guardianship applications.
We also provide legal advice to vulnerable individuals at risk of family violence, including assistance with obtaining Personal Protection Orders (PPOs) and other protective orders for their safety. Our lawyers approach every case with sensitivity and discretion, ensuring your safety and well-being of your family comes first.
At HOH Law, we strive to make divorce as smooth, manageable and affordable as possible. We are committed to getting things done – efficiently, strategically and with only your best interests in mind. We deliver outcomes with utmost professionalism, speed and precision while ensuring that no detail is overlooked.
We believe that we have the experience and capacity to handle cases like yours. If you engage HOH Law as your lawyers, we will:
If you are facing a family law issue, contact HOH Law Corporation today. Let our experienced and qualified team guide you through your next chapter with confidence and compassion.
Parties must have been married for a minimum of three years before they can proceed with filing a divorce.
If parties have been married for less than three years, a spouse may ask for permission from the Family Justice Courts to file for divorce if it can be proven that the party has suffered from exceptional hardship or exceptionally unreasonable behaviour. However, this is a difficult exception to prove. At HOH Law Corporation, we can advise you as to whether your case meets the necessary threshold.
Further, you or your spouse must have been domiciled or habitually resident in Singapore for at least three years before commencing divorce proceedings in Singapore.
Domicile: refers to your permanent home – i.e. where you intend to live indefinitely. For Singaporeans, the place of domicile is Singapore. For foreigners, they can also acquire a domicile in Singapore if they can show an intention to remain in Singapore permanently.
Habitually resident: if you have lived in Singapore regularly and normally for 3 years, you do not need to prove intent to make Singapore your permanent home. Foreigners often use this route if they have been living or working in Singapore continuously for 3 years or more.
At HOH Law Corporation, we have a team of specialised family lawyers led by our head of Family Law, Ms. Margaret Yeow, who is accredited in Family Mediation, a trainer in mediation, an accredited Therapeutic Justice practitioner, and an accredited Professional Deputy and Donee.
We stand ready to assist in navigating you through the divorce process, to resolve your family issues amicably and to reduce acrimony and conflict during this trying period. With the Therapeutic Justice (TJ) Model at the Family Justice Courts, our professionals are equipped to help you triage and ensure that you move toward the future. Do contact us at the earliest opportunity so that we can provide timely advice to you.
With effect from 1 December 2016, parties with children below 21 years old are required to attend the CPP prior to filing for divorce. Eligible parties who do not attend the MPP cannot file for divorce. The certificate of completion of CPP has to be uploaded as part of your application for the divorce.
The Applicant will first complete an E-Learning Module at their own time. Then, the Applicant will book a consultation with a counsellor (to be done within 6 months of completing the E-Learning Module).
The Applicant will then attend a one-to-one consultation session with a counsellor aimed at helping parents to understand the implications of going through a divorce. This may take more than one session, and each session may take more than an hour.
During the session with the counsellor, issues relating to financial costs, children's arrangements and parental obligations will be discussed.
Attending MPP is mandatory under the Women’s Charter if parties have a child or children who is/are below 21 years of age. This is regardless of whether parties have reached an agreement.
The MPP can be applied at your convenience using your SingPass at the Ministry of Social and Family Development’s website. You may also check your eligibility for the MPP via the website.
There are a number of reasons on which the Plaintiff may base his/her application upon, including:-
The Court must be satisfied that one of these reasons for the irretrievable breakdown of marriage has been satisfied before a divorce order can be granted.
As part of our motto of bringing affordable legal services to the masses, you can contact any of our HOH Law branches to make an appointment. We offer a free 15-minute consultation to discuss your inquiries relating to divorce.
Please bring the following to your first consultation:
Contact any of our HOH Law branches to schedule your consultation today.
In Singapore, the Women’s Charter defines a ‘child’ as a child of a marriage who is under 21 years of age.
At HOH Law Corporation, we understand that matters involving children can be emotionally challenging. Our team of experienced family lawyers is committed to helping parents reach practical, compassionate and legally sound solutions that prioritise the welfare of the child efficiently and cost-effectively.
There are 3 important concepts in relation to Child Orders: Custody, Care and Control, and Access.
Firstly, custody refers to the legal decision-making authority of the parent/parents to make major long-term decisions about the child(ren)’s upbringing.
Custody can either be:
The 4 major aspects to be decided in custody matters pertain to major, long-term decisions such as migration, religion, education and healthcare/hospitalisation.
In recent years, the Court has tended to award both parents joint custody such that both parents remain actively involved and consulted in making the major decisions for their child(ren).
However, in special circumstances where the Court deems one parent unfit to make decisions for the child, the Court may grant sole custody to the other parent.
We assist parents in presenting their cases clearly and highlighting their ongoing involvement and commitment to their child’s development. Our cost-effective family law services aim to secure client outcomes that balances legal fairness with the child’s emotional well-being.
Care and control, on the other hand, refers to the day-to-day living arrangements of the child.
Under normal circumstances, the Court usually grants one parent care and control of the child (otherwise known as “sole care and control”), while the other parent would get access to the child. The Court also usually grants the parent who has been the care giver of the children, sole care and control.
The parent who retains sole care and control of the child is usually whom the child resides with on a regular basis, and this would during the weekdays.
On other occasions, the Court may grant shared care and control whereby the parents would spend equal time with their child(ren). However, this rarely occurs as parents would already have joint custody by default. Further, this is uncommon and suitable only when both parents can maintain cooperative and stable co-parenting arrangements.
Our firm helps parents to develop balanced, practical care and control proposals that promote the child’s stability and comfort, while respecting both parents’ role. We ensure these arrangements are reached amicably and affordably, minimising emotional and financial strain.
Custody and/or care and control given to one parent does not necessarily preclude the other parent from child access. Often, the other parent is given time to spend with the child of the marriage on a regular basis. This arrangement is known as “access”.
Access can take several forms:
The Court may, however, deny access to either party if such access would likely be detrimental to the well-being of the child and is against his / her best interests.
At HOH Law Corporation, we help parents negotiate and formalise access arrangements that minimise conflict and maintain healthy parent-child relationships. Our team is skilled in crafting practical, affordable, and child-focused agreements that protect your parental rights and your child’s best interest.
If both parties cannot come to an agreement, the Court will decide on a course of action after hearing both sides. These arrangements when done right will minimize the psychological trauma of the child.
Under Singapore law, matrimonial assets refer to the property and financial resources accumulated by a couple during their marriage. These assets form the foundation of financial settlement discussions upon divorce.
At HOH Law Corporation, we understand that the asset division can be one of the most sensitive and complex aspects in divorce proceedings. Our team of experienced and affordable family and divorce lawyers led by our Head of Family Law Ms Margaret Yeow is committed to helping clients protect what rightfully belongs to you.
In law, there are three meanings to matrimonial assets:
As such, the cash balance in parties’ respective Central Provident Fund Accounts, the family vehicle, jewellery, shares, crypto currencies, savings accumulated during the marriage are considered matrimonial assets and are liable to be divided between parties upon the marriage being dissolved. Parties also had gold bars that were also included as matrimonial assets. It is therefore not the nature of the asset but rather when the asset was acquired and how it was acquired.
Matrimonial assets therefore do not include assets that were given to one party as a gift or inheritance unless the other party can show that the said gift or inheritance has been substantially improved during the marriage by him/her or both the parties, or that the gift or inheritance is the matrimonial home.
Our lawyers provide clear and affordable advice to help clients distinguish between matrimonial and non-matrimonial property, ensuring that all assets are properly identified and accurately valued before division.
After a marriage has been dissolved, the Court has the unenviable task of identifying matrimonial assets and deciding how the matrimonial assets are to be divided between the husband and the wife.
The division does not result in an automatic 50-50 split; instead, the Court seeks a fair and just outcome based on each party’s specific circumstances. In deciding on the division of the matrimonial assets, the Court will take into account various factors including but not limited to:
Guided by years of experience in matrimonial law, our lawyers work closely with clients to build comprehensive, evidence-based cases that accurately reflect their roles and contributions within the marriage. The aim is always to secure a division that is just and equitable for each and every client.
Unfortunately, it is not unusual for spouses contemplating divorce to attempt to hide their assets.
At HOH Law Corporation, our lawyers are known for their thoroughness and discretion. We are skilled in tracing hidden or disguised assets, ensuring full transparency and fair distribution. Importantly, we strive to deliver these services at reasonable and transparent fees, so you can obtain the legal help you need without unnecessary financial strain.
Choosing the right legal team can make a significant difference in the outcome of your case. At HOH Law Corporation, we combine deep legal expertise with a client-centred and affordable approach to help you navigate every stage of the divorce process confidently.
Taking timely legal advice allows us to protect your rights and help you achieve a fair and sustainable settlement.
Get in touch with us as soon as possible so that we can help you protect your interests at the earliest opportunity.
At HOH Law Corporation, we know that divorce can be one of life’s most difficult experiences – but it doesn’t always have to be a battle between your spouse and you. With the right guidance, divorce proceedings can be managed amicably, affordably and with dignity.
Mediation offers spouses a private space to discuss issues such as childcare, property, and finances with the help of a neutral third party. It is a highly effective method in resolving disputes between parties. In fact, during divorce proceedings, all families with children below 21 years of age are required to attend mandatory counselling at the Child Focused Resolution Centre (CFRC). During this golden window of opportunity for parties to work things out with the help of their lawyers, what may be a protracted and ugly divorce proceedings can be avoided.
Parties can have their say and present their thoughts, and for the mediator and their lawyers to craft innovative solutions to resolve the dispute. Of course, there is an element of compromise needed by both sides when attending mediation. For mediation to be effective, parties must be open-minded to each other’s proposals. If both parties refuse to budge and remain adversarial to each other, then there is no purpose in mediating the dispute.
Our lawyers have extensive experience in mediation and helping our clients resolve their disputes quickly and effectively. We are trained in communicating our client’s position clearly and succinctly, which also crafting practical solutions that lead to an agreement between parties.
Negotiating settlement agreements is never an easy process – but you don’t have to go through it alone. Our lawyers provide steady guidance and strong representation throughout the mediation process. We will help you:
Our goal is to ensure that the mediation process is constructive, respectful and cost-effective, giving you a peace of mind while avoiding unnecessary litigation costs.
If you are facing marital difficulties or considering divorce, we invite you to schedule a confidential consultation with our team.
Together, we can explore your options, guide you through the mediation process and help you achieve a fair, affordable and lasting resolution for you and your family.
If you have booked a consultation for divorce/separation/children issues with us, please bring along the following documents:
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