Expansion of United Square Office, and Closure of Bank of China Office
We are pleased to announce the expansion of our United Square office and the corresponding closure of our Bank of China branch. This consolidation allows us to streamline our operations and strengthen our capacity to serve clients efficiently. With this change, the firm now operates from two office locations: Republic Plaza and United Square. We […]
BR Law Year End Bash: Celebrating 40 Years
BR Law marked its 40th anniversary with a celebratory year-end bash held at Singapore Island Country Club on the evening of 14 December. The theme for the evening was BR Law – The Eras Tour, as we celebrated the journey and the many eras of the firm over the last 40 years. The evening was […]
Defamatory Facebook Post: Singapore District Court Awards $25,000 in Damages
Introduction In the recent case of D’Season Pte Ltd v Sophia Wu Chao Wen [2025] SGDC 234, the District Court of Singapore found the Defendant liable for defamation arising from a Facebook post alleging that the claimant company had sold “poisonous” and “toxic” vegetables, awarding the claimant $25,000 in damages. BR Law Corporation represented the successful claimant, D’Season Pte Ltd (“D’Season”). Brief Facts The claimant, D’Season, imports and sells goods and produce from Taiwan […]
Who Gets the Pet? Navigating Pet Ownership Disputes in Divorce
Introduction The end of a relationship is never simple, and for many couples today, it comes with an unexpected question: who gets the pet? As more couples choose to raise pets together, the issue of pet custody has added new complexity to ancillary divorce proceedings. For couples who view their pets as integral members of […]
Relocation of Children in Singapore Family Law: Principles and Case Law
Introduction 1. Applications for the relocation of children after divorce or separation are some of the most complex disputes in Singapore family law. They involve a delicate balance between a parent’s reasonable desire to move and the overriding concern for the child’s welfare. The Singapore courts have consistently reaffirmed that the welfare of the child […]
Divorce Across Borders: Navigating the New Frontlines of International Family Law
Introduction In an era where careers are untethered from geography and entire lives are managed from screens, the traditional notion of “home” is being rewritten. Couples live across continents and maintain no fixed address even when a marriage crumbles. The rise of digital nomadism has pushed legal requirements into uncharted territory. In this article, we […]
Singapore High Court Finds Director Liable for Breach of Fiduciary Duties and Conspiracy in Fraudulent Scheme
Introduction In the recent case of Petrotech Marine Services Sdn Bhd v Defendants (D1, D2 and D3 & Zhu Pang) [2025] SGHC 105, the Singapore High Court found that the Defendants, including Petrotech’s former director, had conspired to defraud the company through fabricated invoices and agreements with sham service providers. The claimant, Petrotech Marine Services […]
BR Law joins The Interlex Group
We are proud to announce that BR Law Corporation is now a member of The Interlex Group, a leading global network of independent law firms. This milestone reflects our continued commitment to delivering seamless, high-quality legal support to clients navigating complex international matters. What is The Interlex Group?Founded in 1973, The Interlex Group is an […]