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Co-Habitation and Intestate Succession: The Legal Implications 0
- Fireplace
- January 23, 2025
By Nancy Thio and Boo Kok Chuon In recent years, co-habitation has emerged as an increasingly common relationship pattern, as individuals and couples move away from traditional norms of officially registered marriages. The recent revelation by Singaporean singer Kit Chan about her purported “marriage,” which was ceremonial but not officially registered, has sparked renewed discussions
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When a Million-Dollar Inheritance Dispute Reveals the Risks of Poorly Drafted Wills 0
- Fireplace
- January 23, 2025
By Nancy Thio and Boo Kok Chuon A poorly drafted will can lead to costly disputes, emotional stress for loved ones, and unintended outcomes for the estate. This became painfully evident in a recent case reported by The Straits Times titled “When a ‘mysterious’ new will is used to claim a million-dollar inheritance.” The case
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Apple vs. Wapples: Insights into Singapore’s Trademark Registration Process 0
- Fireplace, Library, Uncategorized
- January 16, 2025
By Rajvant Kaur and Boo Kok Chuon The recent Apple vs. Wapples trademark dispute underscores the importance of safeguarding intellectual property (IP) through robust trademark registration strategies. At Omnia Law Chambers LLC, we specialize in providing comprehensive trademark registration and consultancy services for businesses in Singapore and Malaysia. Navigating the trademark registration process can be
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2024 Reflections: Martial Law, Leadership Transitions, and the Strength of Singapore’s Constitution 0
- Fireplace, Library
- December 31, 2024
By Rajvant Kaur and Boo Kok Chuon As 2024 draws to a close, The Straits Times has selected the declaration of martial law in South Korea as the biggest headline of December 2024. This extraordinary measure by South Korea’s government has sparked global discourse on the balance between national security and civil liberties. It also
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Are All Risks Bad? How Malaysia’s Private Lease Scheme (PLS) Properties Can Outperform Leaseholds or Freehold for Investors 0
- Fireplace, Thought Leadership
- December 27, 2024
By Boo Kok Chuon The Private Lease Scheme (PLS) in Malaysia has become a polarising topic, especially after recent disputes involving Singaporean investors. While concerns about lower liquidity, resale limitations, and developer control are valid, PLS properties can still offer strategic advantages for certain types of investors. This article provides a balanced analysis of PLS,
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99-Year Lease or 99-Year Risk? What Singaporean Property Investors Must Know About the Private Lease Scheme (PLS) in Malaysia 0
- Fireplace, Library, News and Update
- December 25, 2024
By Rajvant Kaur and Boo Kok Chuon The recent legal dispute involving 100 Singaporeans and their investments in 99-year Private Lease Scheme (PLS) properties in Johor Bahru has shed light on the complexities of cross-border property transactions. Many buyers were attracted by the promise of affordable luxury living close to Singapore, only to find themselves
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