Strengthening Access to Justice – Key Amendments to the Legal Aid and Advice Act
The Legal Aid and Advice (Amendment) Bill was passed by the Parliament on 19 November 2018. This article discusses the significant amendments under the Bill which are not related to the Legal Aid means test. Information on the means-test related
Staying Non-partisan – The Duty of an Expert
Insights from a Forensic Scientist Experts are given the privilege albeit heavy responsibility to express expert opinions in their respective specialisations to assist the Court in resolving legal disputes. Experts are expected to be objective, independent and neutral in their forensic
What You Need to Know about Law Society’s Alternative Dispute Resolution Services
In the last few decades, alternative dispute resolution, or ADR, has seen a meteoric rise in popularity amongst individuals and businesses looking for a better way of resolving their disputes. The Court is no longer the “first stop” that parties
Mr Lim Ewe Huat: In Memoriam
I consider it an honour to have been asked by the Law Society to write an article about the late Mr Lim Ewe Huat. My first encounter with him was as a lecturer in the older English doctrines in Civil Procedure
Microsoft Word Hacks for Young Lawyers: Introduction to Using Styles
This article is brought to you by the Law Society of Singapore’s Legal Research & Development department. It marks the start of a series called “Microsoft Word hacks for young lawyers”. Click here to read the second article in the
Avoiding eDiscovery Icebergs
There is a feeling in the legal world that fundamental change is something like turning the Titanic. Many of us believe deep down that, no matter what happens, most things will be the same five or even 10 years hence.
Through the Valley – The Art of Living and Leaving Well, by Dr William Wan
When I picked up Dr William Wan's book, Through the Valley, my first impression was that it is a book for the older reader. After reading the first couple of chapters, however, I realised that the book is for every
Zafferano Italian Restaurant and Lounge – An Unforgettable Experience
Zafferano is perched on top of Ocean Financial Centre, promising elevated views and providing a tranquil sanctuary from the stresses of city life. The view from the balcony is stunning and unparalleled. We see an effortless blend of concrete, sky
AI and a New Way of Looking at Contract Pre-screening
The use of artificial intelligence software to identify possible items of concern in legal documents is well established. However, the real possibilities are only now being opened up with a new generation of systems. Breakthroughs in machine learning and natural language
Disclosing Client Confidences to Your Spouse or Significant Other
Introduction In a recent Ohio lawyer disciplinary case, two lawyers from different law firms, who were involved in a personal relationship but not married to each other, were sanctioned for disclosing confidential client information to each other on multiple occasions