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Court reserves June committal hearing dates for fugitive Indonesian businessman

Court reserves June committal hearing dates for fugitive Indonesian businessman

Tannos, who is in his 60s and also known as Tjhin Thian Po, was arrested in Singapore on Jan 17 after being implicated in a major graft scandal involving the Indonesian government’s electronic ID card or e-KTP project.

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ADV: Singapore’s Contribution to the Development of Minority Shareholder Law

ADV: Singapore’s Contribution to the Development of Minority Shareholder Law

Singapore's legal impact on minority shareholder rights: Explore how Singapore court judgments are shaping minority oppression, derivative claims and reflective loss principle, featuring cases like Thio Syn Pyn v Thio Syn Kym. Bulk discounts available for 3 or more participants.

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ADV: Accelerated Industry-centric Training Pathway (AITP) programme - Essentials for Line Professionals - Legal Sector (April-May)

ADV: Accelerated Industry-centric Training Pathway (AITP) programme - Essentials for Line Professionals - Legal Sector (April-May)

The AITP programme, conducted by the Institute for Adult Learning (IAL) to meet the Adult Educator (AE) requirements for the legal industry, will enable participants to develop their classroom facilitation skills, conduct effective assessment and understand learner profiles and learning designs.

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Let’s stop blaming the victim for being raped: Forum

Let’s stop blaming the victim for being raped: Forum

Rape myths are untrue assumptions and beliefs about why rapes happen, focusing blame on the survivor., says the author.

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Regulating psychologists a good step but unlikely to curb unethical practices: Forum

Regulating psychologists a good step but unlikely to curb unethical practices: Forum

The author finds that the recent proposal requiring psychologists to be registered before practising represents a significant step towards ensuring ethical and competent provision of mental health services.

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ADV: Practical Workshop in Building and Construction Dispute Resolution 15-16 May (2nd run)

ADV: Practical Workshop in Building and Construction Dispute Resolution 15-16 May (2nd run)

"Engaging, informative, educational and established speakers!" Rated 4-5 stars on MySkillsFuture. Take advantage of the early bird special and SSG funding.

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ADV: <Newly Published> Mental Capacity Act in Singapore: Law and Practice

ADV: <Newly Published> Mental Capacity Act in Singapore: Law and Practice

<Newly Published> The MCA establishes a framework for making decisions on behalf of individuals aged 21 and above who lack mental capacity, safeguarding their welfare and interests. Although modelled after its English counterpart, the MCA has since evolved through local developments to address Singapore’s unique societal and legal context. This book offers readers a practical and in-depth commentary on the MCA.

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Law Society vice-president resigns after his comments about rape survivor sparked outcry

Law Society vice-president resigns after his comments about rape survivor sparked outcry

Mr Chia Boon Teck, who was elected vice-president of the Law Society in August 2023, sparked an outcry where he was accused of “victim shaming".

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16 years’ jail, caning for bus enthusiast who sexually violated boys in hobby group

16 years’ jail, caning for bus enthusiast who sexually violated boys in hobby group

The offences came to light when another member of the bus-spotting community reported him to the police.

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Concerns of sexual assault victims should not be minimised or dismissed: Shanmugam

Concerns of sexual assault victims should not be minimised or dismissed: Shanmugam

Views expressed by Law Society V-P may misrepresent norms in S'pore, says minister.

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ADV: The Collaborative Contracting Report Card: The Singapore, UK and Hong Kong Experience

ADV: The Collaborative Contracting Report Card: The Singapore, UK and Hong Kong Experience

This session will feature a distinguished panel of legal and project specialists who will take an honest look at the effectiveness of collaborative contracting through real-world case studies – quality projects that are completed on time and within budget. They will also discuss actionable strategies for the industry to meaningfully adopt these practices to deliver successful construction projects.

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ADV: INSEAD Leadership Programme

ADV: INSEAD Leadership Programme

The SAL-INSEAD Legal Leadership and Strategy Programme each consist of a two-day intensive management training specifically designed and contextualised to address the needs of law firm partners, general counsel and legal service officers. Sign up for each programme individually or for both as a bundle for a special rate.

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Why it’s hard for couples to hide their private homes from creditors

Why it’s hard for couples to hide their private homes from creditors

Couples who fake divorces to hide their properties could still have their assets seized by creditors.

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When creditors go after half of a couple’s $5m home

When creditors go after half of a couple’s $5m home

When a joint owner of property is sued for debt, the creditors are entitled to claim the half share of the home that belongs to the debtor.

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Singapore oil trader jailed for facilitating commercial fuel export to North Korea

Singapore oil trader jailed for facilitating commercial fuel export to North Korea

He procured prohibited item knowing it was bound for Pyongyang in violation of UN law.

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Super Rich In Korea’s David Yong allegedly sought Grenada passport; remains a ‘serious flight risk’

Super Rich In Korea’s David Yong allegedly sought Grenada passport; remains a ‘serious flight risk’

David Yong faces four charges for the falsification of accounts in relation to a promissory note arrangement involving Evergreen Group Holdings.

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ADV: The Collaborative Contracting Report Card: The Singapore, UK and Hong Kong Experience

ADV: The Collaborative Contracting Report Card: The Singapore, UK and Hong Kong Experience

This session will feature a distinguished panel of legal and project specialists who will take an honest look at the effectiveness of collaborative contracting through real-world case studies – quality projects that are completed on time and within budget. They will also discuss actionable strategies for the industry to meaningfully adopt these practices to deliver successful construction projects.

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ADV: Practical Workshop in Building and Construction Dispute Resolution 15-16 May (2nd run)

ADV: Practical Workshop in Building and Construction Dispute Resolution 15-16 May (2nd run)

"Engaging, informative, educational and established speakers!" Rated 4-5 stars on MySkillsFuture. Take advantage of the early bird special and SSG funding.

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High Court dismisses tycoon Peter Kwee’s claim over properties in bankrupt daughter’s name

High Court dismisses tycoon Peter Kwee’s claim over properties in bankrupt daughter’s name

Judge finds he intended to gift properties, making her both the legal and beneficial owner.

Creditors file over $198m in claims against troubled Qoo10, but only $34,650 recovered

Creditors file over $198m in claims against troubled Qoo10, but only $34,650 recovered

Qoo10’s total liabilities far exceed the sums recovered so far.


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