Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing contract law in Singapore, establishing fundamental principles of contract formation, validity, and enforcement
Companies Act (Cap. 50): Regulates the formation, operation, and dissolution of companies in Singapore, relevant for establishing the legal capacity of contracting parties
Employment Act (Cap. 91): Important for distinguishing consulting relationships from employment relationships to avoid misclassification issues
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, crucial for data handling provisions in consulting agreements
Copyright Act (Cap. 63): Protects intellectual property rights and governs ownership of created works during consulting engagements
Competition Act (Cap. 50B): Ensures consulting agreements don't contain anti-competitive provisions or violate competition law
Income Tax Act: Governs taxation of consulting fees and related income, important for payment terms and tax provisions
Goods and Services Tax Act: Regulates GST implications for consulting services provided in Singapore
Mediation Act 2017: Provides framework for mediation as a dispute resolution mechanism in consulting agreements
Arbitration Act (Cap. 10): Governs domestic arbitration proceedings for dispute resolution in Singapore
Central Provident Fund Act: Relevant for ensuring clear distinction between consulting and employment relationships regarding mandatory contributions
Patents Act (Cap. 221): Governs patent rights and protection of inventions that may arise during consulting work
Cybersecurity Act 2018: Establishes framework for cybersecurity obligations, particularly relevant for IT consulting or data-intensive services
Business Names Registration Act 2014: Regulates the registration and use of business names in Singapore
International Arbitration Act (Cap. 143A): Governs international arbitration proceedings, relevant for cross-border consulting relationships
