Visualizing the Law
by Dr Low Kee Yang “Visualizing the Law” is a seminal publication in several ways. First, it takes up an important aspect of legal life which has, for too long, not been the subject of systematic study and analysis in Singapore’s
Bench & Bar Games 2025
The 53rd Annual Malaysia–Singapore Bench & Bar Games was held in Malacca, Malaysia, from 12 to 14 September 2025. Led by Justice Woo Bih Li, the Singapore contingent competed in 20 sports against their Malaysian counterparts over three days of
Fiat Justitia: The Criminal Legal Aid Scheme (CLAS)
TPB Menon's Dream of a Law Foundation In 1978, Council Member TPB Menon penned a six-page 'Paper on the Future of the Legal Profession' in which he proposed, among other things, the establishment of a Law Foundation by the Society. The Law
Justice in Action
Reflections on 60 Years of Nationhood and Pro Bono’s Place Within It As Singapore marks SG60 — Building Our Singapore Together — we are reminded of the values that have defined our journey: multiculturalism, boldness, resilience, and openness. These pillars, echoing
The Law Society: From South Bridge Road to Maxwell Road
Advocating for the profession from wherever we are In 1997, the Law Society of Singapore purchased its first premises at 39 South Bridge Road. Prior to this, the Society had occupied premises at the old High Court Building, the then Colombo
Get Inspired! Tech Adoption Journey from Fellow Law Practices
From Off-the-Shelf to Custom: Folich LLC’s Legal Tech Adoption Story At Folich LLC, Managing Director Mr Wilson Foo sees the adoption of legal technology as a thoughtful and evolving journey. From exploring leading practice management systems to developing in-house tools tailored
Admission of Advocates and Solicitors to the Bar
On 14 May 2025, Justice Choo Han Teck presided over the admission of new advocates and solicitors over three sessions. Justice Choo delivered a brief address at each session. For the first session, Justice Choo wrote the address himself, leaning
The YLC-NYLPC Exchange 2025
On 21-22 March 2025, a delegation of 11 from the Young Lawyers Committee (YLC) of the Law Society of Singapore had the privilege of embarking on its inaugural exchange programme with the National Young Lawyers and Pupils Committee (NYLPC) of
Banking on an In-house Career
During the late 1990s, the U.S. was an exciting place to be as it was the thick of the dot.com boom while Asia was still recovering from the Asian Financial Crisis. Hence, when I was in law school in the
Establishing a Foundation in Thailand
By setting up a foundation in Thailand, investors and companies can directly address issues such as education, poverty alleviation, health care, and environmental conservation, thereby contributing to the sustainable development of local communities. Furthermore, a foundation can serve as a