Fiat Justitia: The Bar in a Developmental State
Introduction The Law Society's first two decades – between 1967 and 1987 – were its most eventful and tumultuous. Not only did the Society have to cope with the many changes in the profession that were wrought by Singapore's economic and
Disciplinary Tribunal Reports
Pursuant to section 93(5) of the Legal Profession Act, the Council of the Law Society is required to publish the findings and determination of the Disciplinary Tribunal in the Singapore Law Gazette or in such other media as the Council
Cross-border Conundrums: The Chinese Deep Dive Against a Home Team Perspective
This article will iron out the complexities surrounding China's privacy laws on cross-border transfers and offer practical context on how to apply the law to your organisation's business processes. The rules on cross-border transfers are multi-layered not unlike our traditional
President’s Message
This was the speech delivered by the President at the mass admission ceremony held on 21 and 22 April 2025.
What Law Firms Need to Know About Cyber Risk Exposure and Ransomware Attacks
Introduction Ransomware attacks, business interruption (e.g. CrowdStrike) and other cybersecurity incidents continue to make business news headlines and are increasingly prevalent. But do you know whether such risks are covered under the Law Society Compulsory Professional Indemnity Insurance Scheme? What does
Disciplinary Tribunal Reports
Pursuant to section 93(5) of the Legal Profession Act, the Council of the Law Society is required to publish the findings and determination of the Disciplinary Tribunal in the Singapore Law Gazette or in such other media as the Council
Memories of Pupillage and Mentorship
The Law Society of Singapore has invited me to share my personal experiences of Pupillage and Mentorship both as a Pupil and as a Pupil Master. My Pupillage The story begins in 1968 when I joined Allen & Gledhill (A&G) as a
Practical Steps to Build a Career in Arbitration
On 11 March 2025, members attended the Council Luncheon at the State Courts where Samuel Chacko (Co-Chair of the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) Committee) and Edmund Kronenburg (Co-Chair of the Civil Practice Committee) shared about initiatives by the Law Society
Enforceability of Awards is Key, if Arbitration is to Deliver its Benefits in India
India remains an attractive destination for trade and investment. Its growing population, combined with a young labour force and an expanding consumer market are set to propel India to be the third largest economy in the world. Sectors such as
Disciplinary Tribunal Reports
Pursuant to section 93(5) of the Legal Profession Act, the Council of the Law Society is required to publish the findings and determination of the Disciplinary Tribunal in the Singapore Law Gazette or in such other media as the Council