Intestate Succession Act (Cap. 146): Primary legislation governing the distribution of assets when a person dies without a will in Singapore, defining the legal heirs and their entitlements
Wills Act (Cap. 352): Governs the formal requirements for making a valid will and its execution in Singapore
Probate and Administration Act (Cap. 251): Regulates the process of obtaining grant of probate or letters of administration for handling deceased's estates
Muslim Law Act: Special provisions for succession and inheritance matters applicable to Muslims in Singapore
Land Titles Act (Cap. 157): Governs the registration and transfer of land titles in Singapore, ensuring secure property ownership
Residential Property Act (Cap. 274): Regulates the purchase and ownership of residential properties by foreign persons and companies
Conveyancing and Law of Property Act (Cap. 61): Governs property transactions and transfers, including requirements for valid conveyancing
Stamp Duties Act (Cap. 312): Regulates the imposition of stamp duties on property transactions, including ABSD and SSD
Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Provides the general framework for civil law matters, including contract law principles applicable to property transactions
Legal Profession Act (Cap. 161): Governs the conduct of legal professionals involved in property transactions and deed preparation
Mental Capacity Act: Provides protection and decision-making framework for persons lacking mental capacity, relevant if any heir lacks capacity
