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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:
[Seminar + Book] Community Law in Focus Series Member's Price: SGD 207.10Usual Price: SGD 310.64CS CPD -
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 two seminars and books bundle in the Community Law in Focus series and save up to $40.
[Seminar Bundle] Community Law in Focus Series Member's Price: SGD 109.00Usual Price: SGD 163.50CS CPD -
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.
Register here for two seminars and books bundle in the Community Law in Focus series and save up to $40.
Register here for purchase of seminar only.
More Seminars – Community Law in Focus Series
14 May
Protecting Those Who Cannot Protect Themselves: Insights Into The Mental Capacity Act REGISTER
[Seminar + Book] Spousal Interests and Assets: Navigating Family Law Dynamics Member's Price: SGD 125.35Usual Price: SGD 171.68CS CPD -
SSG Course Fee Funding and Training Pledge Privileges
Date & Time: 17-18 September 2025
17 October: 9.00am - 4.30pm
18 October: 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.
SkillsFuture Credit (for self-funded individuals only)
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can utilise their SkillsFuture Credit from the government to cover a wide range of approved skills-related courses. You can explore available courses on the MySkillsFuture website.
SkillsFuture Funding (for self/company funded)
As an Approved Training Organisation (ATO), this training programme is subsidised by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). Course Fee Funding and Training Allowance / Absentee Payroll are available to self /company funded individuals.
Please click HERE and complete the form if you are interested in using SkillsFuture Credit, SkillsFuture Funding or using both SkilsFuture Funding and SkillsFuture Credit.
For Firms: Sign the Training Pledge and get 10% off
Our Training Pledge is an invitation to the legal community to join us in building a future-ready profession. By signing the pledge, law firms and in-house legal teams commit to investing in the professional development of their lawyers. Firms/legal teams who sign the Training Pledge can enjoy:1. JLP Multiple Enrolment Offer: Every 5th participant can enrol in JLP for free with every 4 paying participants (all 5 participants need not attend in the same year, and may attend in subsequent years)
2. Discounts on Selected SAL Training Workshops: Enjoy a 10% discount on selected training workshops until 31 December 2026. The unique discount code will be shared with the firm after the pledge signing.
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SSG Course Fee Funding and Training Pledge Privileges
Date & Time: 4-5 March 2026
4 March: 9.00am - 6.00pm
5 March: 9.00am - 1.00pm
Venue: SAL, Stamford 1 & 2, The Adelphi #08-08, 1 Coleman Street (S179803)Disputes
Develop essential and practical skills required to cross-examine witnesses in court proceedings, and how to deal with experts and use expert evidence in the course of a dispute.
SkillsFuture Credit (for self-funded individuals only)
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can utilise their SkillsFuture Credit from the government to cover a wide range of approved skills-related courses. You can explore available courses on the MySkillsFuture website.
SkillsFuture Funding (for self/company funded)
As an Approved Training Organisation (ATO), this training programme is subsidised by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). Course Fee Funding and Training Allowance / Absentee Payroll are available to self /company funded individuals.
Please click HERE and complete the form if you are interested in using SkillsFuture Credit, SkillsFuture Funding or using both SkilsFuture Funding and SkillsFuture Credit.
For Firms: Sign the Training Pledge and get 10% off
Our Training Pledge is an invitation to the legal community to join us in building a future-ready profession. By signing the pledge, law firms and in-house legal teams commit to investing in the professional development of their lawyers. Firms/legal teams who sign the Training Pledge can enjoy:1. JLP Multiple Enrolment Offer: Every 5th participant can enrol in JLP for free with every 4 paying participants (all 5 participants need not attend in the same year, and may attend in subsequent years)
2. Discounts on Selected SAL Training Workshops: Enjoy a 10% discount on selected training workshops until 31 December 2026. The unique discount code will be shared with the firm after the pledge signing.
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SSG Course Fee Funding and Training Pledge Privileges
Date & Time: 27 October 2025 (9.00am - 5.30pm)
Venue: SAL, Stamford 1 & 2, The Adelphi #08-08, 1 Coleman Street (S179803)Corporate
Get a comprehensive understanding of ESG issues and the legal frameworks surrounding them, with a focus on practical applications and the challenges they may encounter in their legal practice.
SkillsFuture Credit (for self-funded individuals only)
All Singaporeans aged 25 and above can utilise their SkillsFuture Credit from the government to cover a wide range of approved skills-related courses. You can explore available courses on the MySkillsFuture website.
SkillsFuture Funding (for self/company funded)
As an Approved Training Organisation (ATO), this training programme is subsidised by SkillsFuture Singapore (SSG). Course Fee Funding and Training Allowance / Absentee Payroll are available to self /company funded individuals.
Please click HERE and complete the form if you are interested in using SkillsFuture Credit, SkillsFuture Funding or using both SkilsFuture Funding and SkillsFuture Credit.
For Firms: Sign the Training Pledge and get 10% off
Our Training Pledge is an invitation to the legal community to join us in building a future-ready profession. By signing the pledge, law firms and in-house legal teams commit to investing in the professional development of their lawyers. Firms/legal teams who sign the Training Pledge can enjoy:1. JLP Multiple Enrolment Offer: Every 5th participant can enrol in JLP for free with every 4 paying participants (all 5 participants need not attend in the same year, and may attend in subsequent years)
2. Discounts on Selected SAL Training Workshops: Enjoy a 10% discount on selected training workshops until 31 December 2026. The unique discount code will be shared with the firm after the pledge signing.