Civil Law Act (Cap. 43): Primary legislation governing contractual relationships in Singapore, establishing basic principles of contract formation and enforcement
Unfair Contract Terms Act (Cap. 396): Regulates unfair terms in contracts and limits the extent to which liability can be excluded in contracts
Employment Act (Cap. 91): May be relevant if the retainer arrangement could be construed as an employment relationship, covering basic employment terms and conditions
Skills Development Levy Act: Mandatory levy for employers to contribute to workforce development, may apply if relationship is deemed employment
Central Provident Fund Act: Mandatory social security savings scheme, relevant if the relationship could be classified as employment
Consumer Protection (Fair Trading) Act: Protects consumers against unfair practices and ensures fair trading terms
Supply of Goods Act: Governs contracts involving the supply of goods and services
Goods and Services Tax Act: Regulates taxation of goods and services, relevant for billing and invoicing requirements
Income Tax Act: Governs taxation of income, relevant for payment terms and tax reporting obligations
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Regulates collection, use, and disclosure of personal data, important for confidentiality and data handling provisions
Legal Profession Act: Relevant if the retainer involves legal services, governing the provision of legal services in Singapore
Mediation Act 2017: Framework for mediation proceedings, relevant for dispute resolution clauses
Arbitration Act: Governs domestic arbitration proceedings, important for dispute resolution mechanisms
Singapore International Arbitration Act: Governs international arbitration proceedings, relevant for cross-border disputes
