Contract Law (Chapter 53): Primary legislation governing contractual relationships in Singapore, including formation, terms, and enforcement of contracts
Companies Act (Chapter 50): Regulates corporate entities and their business operations in Singapore
Business Registration Act (Chapter 32): Governs the registration and regulation of businesses in Singapore
Employment Act (Chapter 91): Provides basic employment terms and working conditions if consulting relationship could be deemed employment
Employment of Foreign Manpower Act: Regulates the employment of foreign consultants and related work pass requirements
Central Provident Fund Act: Mandatory social security savings scheme that may apply if consultants are deemed employees
Copyright Act (Chapter 63): Protects intellectual property rights related to created works during consulting engagement
Trade Marks Act (Chapter 332): Protects trademarks and related intellectual property that may be involved in consulting work
Patents Act (Chapter 221): Governs patent rights that may arise from consulting innovations or implementations
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data in Singapore
Cybersecurity Act 2018: Establishes framework for protection of computer systems and data security
Competition Act (Chapter 50B): Promotes competition and prevents anti-competitive practices in business relationships
Income Tax Act: Governs taxation of consulting fees and related income
Goods and Services Tax Act: Regulates GST obligations for consulting services
Arbitration Act (Chapter 10): Provides framework for arbitration as alternative dispute resolution
Mediation Act 2017: Provides framework for mediation as alternative dispute resolution method
