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📆 𝐒𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐃𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓! LAWASIA (The Law Association for Asia and the Pacific) and The Law Society of Singapore are thrilled to present the 𝐀𝐥𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐩𝐮𝐭𝐞 𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐨𝐥𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓, happening on 𝟐𝟐–𝟐𝟑 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓. Join us for this landmark event exploring the evolving role of ADR in addressing the complexities of today’s legal landscape. 💡 What’s in store for you? ✔️ Thought-provoking panel discussions & interactive breakout sessions ✔️ Global networking opportunities with top ADR practitioners and legal professionals ✔️ Insights on AI ethics, cross-cultural collaborations, sustainability, and career growth within ADR Whether you are a seasoned ADR expert or just starting your career in this field, this conference is your opportunity to gain cutting-edge strategies and collaborate with the thought leaders shaping the future of alternative dispute resolution. 👉 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 here (https://lnkd.in/gbCJGK2P) today, and we’ll notify you once registration opens! Spread the word to your network - together, we’ll advance innovation and excellence in ADR. #ADR #AlternativeDisputeResolution #LAWASIA #ADRConference2025

@𝐋𝐚𝐰𝐆𝐚𝐳𝐞𝐭𝐭𝐞 – 𝐅𝐫𝐨𝐦 𝐀𝐢𝐫𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐙𝐢𝐩𝐭𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐤𝐬: 𝐄𝐱𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐔𝐬𝐞 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐨𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐭𝐲   In the latest issue of the Law Gazette, Toh Kok Seng discusses the different approaches taken by the courts when dealing with the issue of exclusive use and enjoyment of common property, mapping out developments in this area of the law from Poh Kiong Kok v MCST Plan No 581 [1990] 1 SLR(R) 617, to the recent decision of Soo Hoo Khoon Peng v The MCST Plan No. 2906 [2023] SGHC 355. Click link for article: https://lnkd.in/gHac-MG7

𝐌𝐚𝐤𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐃𝐢𝐟𝐟𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐞: 𝐀 𝐏𝐚𝐧𝐞𝐥 𝐃𝐢𝐬𝐜𝐮𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐀𝐬𝐩𝐢𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐌𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 What is mediation, why mediation, and the future of mediation. Those are some of the few topics tackled by the panellists (Melvin Loh, Susan Tay, Samantha Lek, and Li Jiabao) during the Law Society’s Young Mediator’s Sub-Committee (YMSC) Event on 7 December 2024: “Making a Difference – Panel Discussion for Aspiring Mediators”. The panel made up of professionals from a wide range of experience and backgrounds provided their thought-provoking insights on the mediation practice in Singapore as well as the benefits the practice has in facilitating the resolution of disputes. The event kicked off with an opening speech from The Law Society of Singapore Council Member Christine Low, where she emphasised the usefulness of mediation as a means for practitioners to empower and help others. Melvin Loh provided participants with an overview of the mediation landscape in Singapore, and how we are championing for mediation to be the ideal first port of call for dispute resolution. Susan Tay shared her extensive experience as a mediator and mediation advocate, and walked participants through the development of mediation over the past 30 years. From her perspective as the registrar at Sage Mediation, Samantha Lek highlighted the importance of quality mediation as well as the need for mediators to continue to hone their craft; especially when mediation has gained global popularity and momentum since the signing of the Singapore Convention on Mediation in 2019. In addressing the concerns and challenges faced by young mediators and mediation advocates, Jiabao Li encouraged practitioners and law students by sharing her journey in becoming a young mediator; from starting the SMU Mediation & Negotiation Club (SMNC) at SMU Yong Pung How School of Law to becoming a dispute resolution lawyer who continues to advocate mediation as an alternative dispute resolution mechanism. The YMSC (comprising of Melvin Loh, Walter Yeo, Charmaine Yap, Jiabao Li, and Samuel Chong) is part of the Law Society’s Mediation Committee led by co-chairpersons, Chern Yang See 徐振洋 and Yik Wee Liew. The YMSC aims to address the concerns and challenges faced by young mediators as well as to build a community for young mediators. A shout out to venue host, Drew & Napier LLC. 

💥 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐂𝐏𝐃 𝐏𝐨𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐬 𝐀𝐜𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐞𝐝! 𝐈 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐞𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐥𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 – 21 𝐉𝐚𝐧𝐮𝐚𝐫𝐲 2025   The Interlocutories Advocacy Series 2024 culminates in its final module, Module 3 – Informed Interlocutories Workshops, where participants will have the unique opportunity to put their learning from the previous two webinars into practice.   For those who missed Modules 1 and 2, you are covered—recordings of the webinars will be provided so you can easily catch up and fully prepare for the workshop experience.   This immersive half-day workshop is designed to refine your advocacy skills in a guided, hands-on environment. You will:   · Prepare and perform as advocates in court, handling interlocutory applications and single applications pending trial · Argue interlocutory matters in a mock hearing · Gain personalised feedback from industry leaders: Our esteemed panel of trainers, led by Tan Tee Jim (Senior Partner, Lee & Lee) and supported by Steven John Lam Kuet Keng (Founder and Director, Templars Law LLC), Mingguan Lim (Director, Drew & Napier LLC), Kern Zern Twang (Deputy Managing Director, Central Chambers Law Corporation), and Khelvin Xu (Director, Covenant Chambers), will provide actionable feedback tailored specifically to your performance.   This workshop is also accredited with 3.0 public CPD points. Sign up now to elevate your advocacy skills today!   https://evnk.co/u75598 #LawSocietyofSingapore #Advocacy #Interlocutories #IAS2024

The Annual Law Fraternity Golf Tournament 2024 brought together 35 golfers on 6 December 2024 at Warren Golf and Country Club for a day of friendly competition. Golfers showcased their skill and sportsmanship, cheering each other on while bringing their A-game to the course. The event celebrated not only golfing excellence but also the friendships that make this tournament a highlight of the Law Society’s sports calendar. ⛳ Wee Chong Jin Cup Champion (Best Gross): Leon Koh 🏆C. C. Tan Cup (Best Stableford): Kirpal Singh Sharma 🏌Knowles Cup Champion (Best Nett): Ng Keng Chye 🤵♂️Longest Drive (Men): Leon Koh 🤵♀️Longest Drive (Women): Kalyani Rajendran Congratulations to all our winners and a heartfelt thank you to every participant for making this tournament truly special. Special thanks to our dedicated Golf Convenor, Chan Lai-Foong, and our sponsor for their invaluable support in making this event a success. #LawSocietySG #GolfTournament

📢 Save the Date for the Litigation Conference Workshop 2025!   The Civil Practice Committee of the Law Society of Singapore is thrilled to announce the Litigation Conference Workshop 2025 - a premier event for litigators looking to enhance their practice with the latest insights and practical tools.   The 2025 workshop is designed to equip you with 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐠𝐮𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞 on key developments, including:   ✔️𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐬𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐥𝐞 𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐬𝐬 ✔️𝐀𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐛𝐞𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐞 𝐝𝐨𝐜𝐮𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 ✔️𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐨𝐥𝐯𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐠𝐦 𝐢𝐧 𝐩𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠𝐬   Engage in thought-provoking plenary sessions on the growing role of AI and ethical considerations in legal practice. This is an essential event for litigators staying ahead in a rapidly changing landscape.   📆 𝐑𝐞𝐠𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐢𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐨𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐯𝐢𝐚 https://lnkd.in/gUTTjiSH 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐞𝐜𝐮𝐫𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐭 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐫𝐞𝐜𝐞𝐢𝐯𝐞 𝐮𝐩𝐜𝐨𝐦𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐮𝐩𝐝𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐬!    #LCW2025 #LawSocietyofSingapore #GenerativeAI #LegalEthics

Today, we welcomed Mr Yang Chen, Vice President of the Beijing Lawyers Association (BLA), and his colleagues to the Law Society of Singapore. The visit was an excellent opportunity to exchange insights on mediation practices in Singapore and Beijing and discuss potential collaborations between law firms in both cities. We also explored ideas for joint initiatives, such as exchange programmes to benefit our members. A key moment of the day was the renewal of our Memorandum of Understanding with BLA. First signed in 2017 during a mission trip to Beijing, this renewed agreement reaffirms our shared commitment to working together and opens the door to even greater collaboration in the years ahead. We are excited to deepen our partnership with BLA and strengthen the bonds between our legal communities! Lisa SAM Hui Min Mori Ong 翁馨 Paul Tan (陈明辉 / 첸민휘) Chern Yang See 徐振洋 Eugene Lim Shumin Lin Rachel Wong Rachel Eng Michael Hwang S.C. #LawSocietySG #BeijingLawyersAssociation #InternationalRelations #北京市律师协会

The Law Society of Singapore and the Jiangsu Lawyers Association have renewed their partnership with the signing of a second Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) yesterday in Nanjing, China, during the 18th Singapore-Jiangsu Cooperation Council Meeting. This followed the first MOU signed in 2019. Representing the Law Society, Vice President Boon Teck Chia formalised the partnership alongside Mr Che Jie, President of the Jiangsu Lawyers Association. This renewed MOU aims to foster meaningful exchanges between lawyers from both jurisdictions, offering opportunities for knowledge-sharing, training programmes, and networking. It also seeks to strengthen ties between the legal sectors of Singapore and Jiangsu, paving the way for mutual growth and closer cooperation on Belt and Road-related legal services. We are grateful to the Jiangsu Lawyers Association for their warm hospitality and meticulous planning, which made this occasion a resounding success. #LawSocietySG #InternationalRelations #Jiangsu #江苏省律师协会

🔊 𝐄𝐥𝐞𝐯𝐚𝐭𝐞 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐞𝐠𝐚𝐥 𝐏𝐫𝐚𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐞 𝐰𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐂𝐏𝐃 𝐎𝐧-𝐃𝐞𝐦𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐞-𝐋𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐠𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐦𝐞𝐬    Stay ahead in the dynamic world of law with continuous learning designed to fit seamlessly into your busy schedule.   The CPD on-demand e-Learning 2024 programmes is now available, offering you the flexibility to choose from various topics and learn at your convenience. Enhance your expertise and earn Private CPD Points while benefiting from the insights of industry-leading practitioners and experts.   Featured Programmes Include:   👉🏻 Unmasking Corruption: How It Affects You and Your Workplace 👉🏻 Navigating Arbitration: Fundamental Concepts Explained 👉🏻 How to Balance Success, Sanity, and Perfectionism 👉🏻 Day of Conveyancing Highlights 👉🏻 Litigation Conference Series   …and many more! Don’t allow a packed calendar to hinder your professional growth.   Register today at https://lnkd.in/gsJv3FFi to advance your skills, enrich your knowledge, and elevate your legal practice!

Zooming in on the next generation of legal talent!   The Young Lawyers Committee recently organised a professional corporate photoshoot for our newly called lawyers to the Bar! It was a great opportunity for them to capture professional images that reflect their confidence, expertise, and excitement as they begin their legal careers. We’re thrilled to help these talented individuals build their personal brand and showcase the bright future ahead!   #LawSocietySG #YLC2024 # ProfessionalPhotoshoot #YoungLawyers #NextGenerationOfLawyers