The Role of Prosecutors as Ministers of Justice
Disclosure of Unused Material, and Calling of Witnesses at Trial (Part II) This two-part article examines two aspects intimately related to a prosecutor’s role as a Minister of Justice – the Prosecution’s duty to disclose unused material, and its discretion to
Comparative Perspectives on Mediation in New York and Singapore
Lessons for Court-administered ADR Services New York and Singapore are both highly regarded centres of mediation practice and scholarship, at the very forefront of the development of the industry globally. Both cities offer its lawyers world-class mediation training opportunities that are
Raise Your Ethics IQ … with the Professional Ethics Digest 2020
“The market value of a lawyer is inextricably linked with the non-negotiable calling card of integrity and ethical propriety. The Law Society is finalising a sequel to the 2019 Professional Ethics Digest to be released this quarter. That will contain
Legal Project Management – What is it and Why Should You Care?
Many law firms around the world are implementing an approach called “legal project management,” which appears unheard of to others. It has been described as a “must have” by certain firms and legal departments and a “fleeting fad” by some.
Legal Skills Training: A Call to Action
Taking legal training and education to the next level: A case for enhanced academia-practitioner collaboration Calls for reforms to legal education and training are not new. Much of the debate has been over whether legal education and training is fit
Networking and Communication Amongst Young Lawyers
Law school is trying. Passing the Bar is no easy feat. Legal practice is challenging enough without having to navigate the murky waters of interpersonal relationships with fellow lawyers. The issue of sustaining professionalism and civility amongst lawyers can be
Leveraging Technology to Grow Your Personal Brand
I had just stepped into the lift when I heard a voice behind me saying, “Hi, you’re Lara Q, aren’t you?” “Er, yes, that’s me,” I said, a little bewildered. I did not recognise the lady. “I thought I recognised
Addressing Client Dissatisfaction – A Primer for Law Practices
Addressing the concerns of a dissatisfied client is a common and inevitable occurrence in legal practice. Client dissatisfaction may be due to a wide range of reasons. A recent report released by the UK Solicitors Regulation Authority revealed that the
The Law on Corruption in Singapore: Cases and Materials (2nd Edition)
by Tan Boon Gin The back cover of The Law on Corruption in Singapore: Cases and Materials (2nd Edition) by Tan Boon Gin describes the book as one “written for both lawyers and lay persons”. My first port of call was
Lee Cheong Hoh
Dear Mr Lee Cheong Hoh, To a senior lawyer whom I won't forget I will forever remember your patience when you listened to me. I had complained about law practice when I met you in the Court. You listened to me and assured