Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing contract law principles in Singapore, establishing the fundamental rules for contract formation, validity, and enforcement
Legal Profession Act (Cap. 161): Regulates legal practice in Singapore, including professional conduct, client relationships, and fee arrangements
Legal Profession (Professional Conduct) Rules 2015: Specific rules governing professional conduct of lawyers, including guidelines on fee arrangements and client relationships
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Ensures fair trading practices and protects consumers' interests in service agreements
Goods and Services Tax Act: Governs the application and collection of GST on professional services in Singapore
Electronic Transactions Act: Provides legal framework for electronic transactions and digital signatures in contracts
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, ensuring client information protection
Mediation Act 2017: Provides framework for mediation proceedings in Singapore, relevant for dispute resolution clauses
Arbitration Act: Governs arbitration proceedings in Singapore, important for alternative dispute resolution provisions
Corruption, Drug Trafficking and Other Serious Crimes (Confiscation of Benefits) Act: Contains anti-money laundering provisions relevant to professional service providers
Law of Contract (Right of Third Parties) Act: Governs the rights of third parties in contractual arrangements
Supreme Court of Judicature Act: Establishes jurisdiction and powers of Singapore courts in contract disputes
