Date/ Time: 14 May 2025, Wednesday, 11.30am – 1.00pm
Venue: SAL, Marina 1,2 & 3, The Adelphi #07-01, 1 Coleman Street (S179803)

Community Law in Focus is a series of events seminars that offers audiences an insightful exploration of key areas in community law. The series opens with Academy Publishing’s newest publication, The Mental Capacity Act in Singapore: Law and Practice by Dr Colin Tan (NUS), Mr Chong Yue-En (Bethel Chambers), Mr Allen Sng Kiat Peng (NUS), and Mr Tan Kah Wai (LVM Law Chambers).

To mark the 15th anniversary of the enactment of the Singapore Mental Capacity Act (MCA), this seminar will delve into the legal framework designed to protect individuals aged 21 and above who lack the mental capacity to make decisions independently.

The four authors aim to provide a clear and practical understanding of the Act’s provisions and its evolving role in an ageing and more inclusive society. Key topics include assessing mental capacity, appointing decision-makers, and the safeguards in place to ensure the welfare and best interests of vulnerable individuals.

Date/ Time: 14 May 2025, Wednesday, 9.30am – 11.00am
Venue: SAL, Marina 1,2 & 3, The Adelphi #07-01, 1 Coleman Street (S179803) 

Community Law in Focus is a series of events seminars that offer audiences an insightful exploration of key areas in community law. The series opens with Academy Publishing’s newest publication, Marriage, Spouses and Assets by Professor Leong Wai Kum (SUSS).

Join us for an insightful seminar where the author of the book will share insights and suggestions as well as provide a comprehensive overview of the theory, substantive principles, key judicial decisions, and procedural rules as applied by the Family Justice Courts.

This will be followed by a panel discussion examining how Singapore’s family law addresses the rights and responsibilities of individuals within a marital relationship.

Participants will gain insights into how the law governs the distribution of assets, the protection of spousal interests, and the resolution of disputes. The seminar also highlights how the law aims to support the goal of nurturing loving and durable familial relationships.

Date/ Time: 31 July - 1 August 2025,  9.00am - 5.15pm
Venue: SAL, Marina 1 & 2, The Adelphi #07-01, 1 Coleman Street (S179803) 

This 2 day programme will help you to gain insights on the managerial and business aspects of the legal profession. You will understand strategy in a law firm and how you can map your firm's strategy.

This is an SILE Accredited CPD Activity

Number of Public CPD Points: 12.5 Points

Day 1: 6.5 Public CPD Points
Day 2: 6 Public CPD Points (inclusive of 1.5 Public MEC Points)
Practice Area: Professional Skills
Training Level: General

Early Bird rates for sign-ups by 30 June 2025:

*To access the member price, please sign in with your SAL membership account.

SkillsFuture Credit (for self-funded individuals only)

Date/ Time: 14 May 2025, Wednesday, 9.30am – 1.00pm
Venue: SAL, Marina 1,2 & 3, The Adelphi #07-01, 1 Coleman Street (S179803) 

Community Law in Focus is a series of seminars that offers audiences an insightful exploration of key areas in community law. The series opens with Academy Publishing’s newest publications:

• Marriage, Spouses and Assets by Professor Leong Wai Kum (SUSS)
• The Mental Capacity Act in Singapore: Law and Practice by Dr Colin Tan (NUS), Mr Chong Yue-En (Bethel Chambers), Mr Allen Sng Kiat Peng (NUS), and Mr Tan Kah Wai (LVM Law Chambers)

Join us for thoughtful discussions that bring legal understanding into the heart of community life — ideal for members of the public, caregivers, and community professionals.

SPOUSAL INTERESTS AND ASSETS: NAVIGATING FAMILY LAW DYNAMICS (9.00am – 11.00am)
This seminar provides a practical overview of how family law principles are applied to marriage, spousal relationships, and the division of assets. It enhances understanding of individual rights and responsibilities within the family framework. Joining the author on the panel discussion is Dr Colin Tan (NUS), Mr Yap Teong Liang (T L Yap Law Chambers LLC), Ms Ruth Yeo (SUSS) and will be moderated by Ms Edith Chen (SUSS).

PROTECTING THOSE WHO CANNOT PROTECT THEMSELVES: INSIGHTS INTO THE MENTAL CAPACITY ACT (11.30am – 1.00pm)
The four authors will examine how the Act safeguards individuals who lack mental capacity and how it has evolved to meet the needs of an ageing and more inclusive society. This seminar also commemorates 15 years of this key legislation in Singapore.

Register here for single seminar and book bundle:

Date/ Time: 14 May 2025, Wednesday, 9.30am – 1.00pm
Venue: SAL, Marina 1,2 & 3, The Adelphi #07-01, 1 Coleman Street (S179803)

Community Law in Focus is a series of seminars that offers audiences an insightful exploration of key areas in community law. The series opens with Academy Publishing’s newest publications:

• Marriage, Spouses and Assets by Professor Leong Wai Kum (SUSS)
• The Mental Capacity Act in Singapore: Law and Practice by Dr Colin Tan (NUS), Mr Chong Yue-En (Bethel Chambers), Mr Allen Sng Kiat Peng (NUS), and Mr Tan Kah Wai (LVM Law Chambers)

Join us for thoughtful discussions that bring legal understanding into the heart of community life — ideal for members of the public, caregivers, and community professionals.

SPOUSAL INTERESTS AND ASSETS: NAVIGATING FAMILY LAW DYNAMICS (9.00am – 11.00am)

This seminar provides a practical overview of how family law principles are applied to marriage, spousal relationships, and the division of assets. It enhances understanding of individual rights and responsibilities within the family framework. Joining the author on the panel discussion is Dr Colin Tan (NUS), Mr Yap Teong Liang (T L Yap Law Chambers LLC), Ms Ruth Yeo (SUSS) and will be moderated by Ms Edith Chen (SUSS).

PROTECTING THOSE WHO CANNOT PROTECT THEMSELVES: INSIGHTS INTO THE MENTAL CAPACITY ACT (11.30am – 1.00pm)

The four authors will examine how the Act safeguards individuals who lack mental capacity and how it has evolved to meet the needs of an ageing and more inclusive society. This seminar also commemorates 15 years of this key legislation in Singapore.

Date/ Time: 14 May 2025, Wednesday, 11.30am – 1.00pm
Venue: SAL, Marina 1,2 & 3, The Adelphi #07-01, 1 Coleman Street (S179803) 

Community Law in Focus is a series of events seminars that offers audiences an insightful exploration of key areas in community law. The series opens with Academy Publishing’s newest publication, The Mental Capacity Act in Singapore: Law and Practice by Dr Colin Tan (NUS), Mr Chong Yue-En (Bethel Chambers), Mr Allen Sng Kiat Peng (NUS), and Mr Tan Kah Wai (LVM Law Chambers).

To mark the 15th anniversary of the enactment of the Singapore Mental Capacity Act (MCA), this seminar will delve into the legal framework designed to protect individuals aged 21 and above who lack the mental capacity to make decisions independently.

The four authors aim to provide a clear and practical understanding of the Act’s provisions and its evolving role in an ageing and more inclusive society. Key topics include assessing mental capacity, appointing decision-makers, and the safeguards in place to ensure the welfare and best interests of vulnerable individuals.

Date & Time: 17-18 September 2025
17 September: 9.00am - 4.30pm
18 September: 9.00am - 5.00pm

Venue: SAL, Stamford 1 & 2, The Adelphi #08-08, 1 Coleman Street (S179803) 

Disputes

Get equipped with essential and practical skills required to advise and assist clients dealing with the onset of a dispute.

This is an SILE Accredited CPD Activity

Total Number of Public CPD Points: 11
Day 1 - 6 Public CPD Points (inclusive of 1 Public MEC Points)
Day 2 - 5 Public CPD Points (inclusive of 1 Public MEC Points)
Practice Area: Civil Procedure
Training Level: General

SkillsFuture Credit (for self-funded individuals only)

Date & Time: 24 March 2026 (9.00am - 5.30pm)
Venue: SAL, Stamford 1 & 2, The Adelphi #08-08, 1 Coleman Street (S179803)

Disputes

This training module is designed equip young lawyers with essential and practical skills required to prepare for and handle a civil appeal.

This is an SILE Accredited CPD Activity
Total Number of CPD points: 7.5
7.5 Public CPD Points (inclusive of 1 Public MEC Point)
Practice Area: Civil Procedure
Training Level: General

SkillsFuture Credit (for self-funded individuals only)

Date & Time: 8 April 2026 (8 April: 9.00am - 6.00pm)
Venue: SAL, Stamford 1 & 2, The Adelphi #08-08, 1 Coleman Street (S179803) 

Disputes

Get equipped with a thorough understanding of P&P and S&C costs, and enforcement of judgments and awards, blending legal theory with practical skills to prepare them for the challenges they may face in their work.

This is an SILE Accredited CPD Activity
Total Number of Public CPD points: 5.5 
5.5 Public CPD Points (inclusive of 1 Public MEC Points)
Practice Area: Civil Procedure
Training Level: General

SkillsFuture Credit (for self-funded individuals only)

Date & Time: 25 - 26 August: (9.00am - 5.30pm)
Venue: SAL, Stamford 1 & 2, The Adelphi #08-08, 1 Coleman Street (S179803)

Corporate

Note: The module duration is 1.5 days. Day 1 (26 Aug 2025): 9.00am - 5.30pm; Day 2 (27 Aug 2025): 9.00am - 1.00pm

Learn ethical considerations, key drafting principles, and the use of commercial precedents and boilerplate clauses. Focus on enhancing clarity, avoiding pitfalls, and structuring contracts for better enforceability and value.

This is an SILE Accredited CPD Activity
Total Number of Public CPD points:10 
Day 1 - 7 Public CPD Points (inclusive of 1 Public MEC Point)
Day 2 - 3 Public CPD Points
Practice Area: Corporate/ Commercial
Training Level: General

SkillsFuture Credit (for self-funded individuals only)