Contracts Act (Cap. 53): Primary legislation governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore. Covers fundamental aspects like offer, acceptance, consideration, and contractual obligations.
Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Establishes general principles of civil law, including contract law principles and remedies for breach of contract.
Banking Act (Cap. 19): Regulates banking institutions and financial transactions. Essential if any party is a banking institution or if the agreement involves banking services.
Securities and Futures Act (Cap. 289): Governs securities, derivatives, and other financial products. Relevant if the agreement involves investment products or securities.
Moneylenders Act (Cap. 188): Regulates moneylending activities and protects borrowers. Crucial if the agreement involves lending or credit facilities.
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumers against unfair practices. Applicable if one party is a consumer dealing with a business entity.
Limitation Act (Cap. 163): Sets time limits for bringing legal actions. Important for enforcement provisions and claim periods.
Evidence Act (Cap. 97): Governs admissibility of evidence in legal proceedings. Relevant for dispute resolution and enforcement.
Arbitration Act (Cap. 10): Framework for arbitration proceedings in Singapore. Essential if including arbitration clauses for dispute resolution.
Electronic Transactions Act (Cap. 88): Provides legal framework for electronic transactions and digital signatures. Important if agreement involves electronic execution or online transactions.
Corruption, Drug Trafficking and Other Serious Crimes Act: Anti-money laundering legislation. Ensures compliance with financial crime prevention requirements.
MAS Guidelines: Regulatory guidelines issued by Monetary Authority of Singapore. Provides compliance requirements for financial institutions and transactions.
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs collection, use, and disclosure of personal data. Important if agreement involves handling of personal information.
