In this episode, we sit down with Ivan Cheong, an experienced lawyer who specialises in family and divorce law. He has helped many individuals navigate the legal system during challenging times, from custody battles to property division.
Ivan shares some of the common challenges that people face during divorce proceedings. Why mediation is a better option, instead of litigation and how therapeutic justice is solution-driven for families
Join us as we delve deep into the world of family law, and gain a deeper understanding of what it takes to resolve disputes between family.
Ivan Cheong - linkedin.com/in/ivan-cheong-7528485a
Connect with me on LinkedIn at https://www.linkedin.com/in/shulinlee/
More on the podcast - https://www.AfterTheBar.com.sg
What to listen for:
00:00 Start of Episode
02:08 Falling Finalised Divorce Proceedings in 2021
03:08 Reasons Behind the High Divorce Rates in Singapore
04:39 Stigma Among Divorce
06:06 Most Common Causes of Divorce
07:33 Uncommon Reason of Divorce
08:59 Therapeutic Justice
13:16 Post Nuptial Agreement
15:54 Reasons for Entering Post Nuptial Agreement
**20:23 High Profile Cases **
23:09 Repeal of Section 377A
29:28 The Desired Changes in our Family Legal Regime
32:31 Pets in Divorce Proceedings
34:14 Ivan's Perspective on Marriage
36:58 Why Ivan Chose Family Law
38:58 The Most Enjoyable Part about Work to Ivan
42:30 Important Values for Family Lawyers
44:30 Self-Care as a Lawyer
45:41 Advice for his Younger Self
46:58 Advice for Married Couples
49:09 Rapid Fire Questions
