Legal Profession Act (Cap. 161): Primary legislation governing lawyer-client relationships, requirements for termination of legal services, and professional obligations during termination in Singapore
Legal Profession (Professional Conduct) Rules 2015: Regulatory framework covering rules on termination of retainer, obligations for handover of client files, and professional conduct requirements during service termination
Singapore Law Society's Practice Directions: Official guidelines detailing proper termination procedures, requirements for client communication, and protocols for file retention and transfer
Law Society of Singapore's Guidance Notes: Best practice guidelines covering proper procedures for termination of services, client care obligations, and professional standards during termination
Notice Period Requirements: Requirements for providing adequate notice period before termination of legal services as per Singapore legal practice standards
Outstanding Fees Management: Procedures and requirements for addressing outstanding legal fees and financial matters during service termination
Client Interest Protection: Obligations to ensure client interests are protected during and after termination of legal services
File Transfer Protocols: Requirements and procedures for proper transfer of client files, documents, and maintaining confidentiality during the transition
