Partnership Act (Chapter 391): Primary legislation governing the formation, operation, and dissolution of partnerships in Singapore. Essential for structuring the basic framework of the partnership agreement.
Contract Law (Amendment) Act 2012: Fundamental legislation governing contract formation, enforcement, and remedies in Singapore. Critical for ensuring the agreement's validity and enforceability.
Civil Law Act (Chapter 43): Basic law governing civil matters and contractual relationships in Singapore. Provides framework for legal remedies and enforcement.
Competition Act (Chapter 50B): Regulates competitive practices in Singapore. Crucial for ensuring exclusivity clauses don't violate anti-competition laws or create illegal market restrictions.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012 (PDPA): Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Relevant if the partnership involves sharing or processing of personal information.
Copyright Act: Protects original works and regulates copyright ownership. Important if the partnership involves sharing or creating intellectual property.
Trade Marks Act: Governs the protection and use of trademarks. Relevant for partnerships involving brand usage or licensing.
Patents Act: Regulates patent rights and protection. Essential if the partnership involves patented technology or innovation sharing.
Companies Act (Chapter 50): Primary legislation governing company operations in Singapore. Applicable if any partner is a registered company.
Business Names Registration Act 2014: Regulates the registration and use of business names. Relevant for partnership branding and registration requirements.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumer interests in business transactions. Important if the partnership involves consumer-facing activities.
International Arbitration Act: Governs international arbitration proceedings in Singapore. Relevant for dispute resolution mechanisms in cross-border partnerships.
