Women's Charter (Chapter 353): Primary legislation governing marriage and family matters in Singapore, including rights and duties of married couples, division of matrimonial assets, and maintenance obligations
Civil Law Act (Chapter 43): Covers general contract law principles, enforceability of agreements, and contractual capacity requirements for valid agreements
Administration of Muslim Law Act (AMLA): Relevant if either party is Muslim, covering special provisions for Muslim marriages and divorces, and Syariah law considerations
Mental Capacity Act (Chapter 177A): Ensures parties have capacity to enter into agreements and provides protection for vulnerable adults
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act: Property law legislation governing ownership and transfer of property rights between parties
Land Titles Act: Legislation governing real property ownership and registration in Singapore
Public Policy Requirements: Agreement must not contravene public policy and cannot oust the jurisdiction of the courts
Fair and Reasonable Doctrine: Legal requirement that the agreement must be fair and reasonable to both parties
Informed Consent Requirement: Both parties must enter freely into the agreement with informed consent and full understanding
Asset Disclosure Requirement: Requirement for full and frank disclosure of assets by both parties
Independent Legal Advice: Recommendation for both parties to seek independent legal advice before signing the agreement
