Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing civil law matters in Singapore, providing fundamental legal framework for civil disputes and settlements
Contracts Act (Cap. 53): Key legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore, essential for ensuring settlement agreement meets basic contractual requirements
Limitation Act (Cap. 163): Establishes time limits for bringing legal claims, crucial for determining validity of claims being settled
Evidence Act (Cap. 97): Governs admissibility and handling of evidence, relevant for documenting and proving terms of settlement
Mediation Act 2017: Provides framework for mediation processes and enforcement of mediated settlement agreements in Singapore
SIMC Rules: Singapore International Mediation Centre Rules governing mediation procedures and settlement protocols
State Courts Practice Directions: Guidelines on Alternative Dispute Resolution procedures in Singapore State Courts
Rules of Court 2021 (Order 42 Rule 5): Specific provisions regarding enforceability of settlement agreements in Singapore courts
Contract Formation Requirements: Legal principles requiring clear consideration, certainty of terms, and capacity of parties for valid contract formation
Release and Discharge Provisions: Essential settlement agreement components that formally release parties from claims and establish discharge of obligations
