Contract Law (Chapter 53): Primary legislation governing the formation and enforcement of contracts in Singapore
Civil Law Act (Chapter 43): Fundamental legislation governing civil matters and contractual relationships in Singapore
Companies Act (Chapter 50): Regulates corporate entities and their operations when parties are companies
Employment Act (Chapter 91): Important for distinguishing consulting relationships from employment relationships
Personal Data Protection Act 2012: Governs the collection, use, and disclosure of personal data and confidential information
Competition Act (Chapter 50B): Relevant for non-compete clauses and market competition considerations
Business Names Registration Act 2014: Regulates business name registration and related requirements
Copyright Act (Chapter 63): Protects original works and intellectual property rights in consulting deliverables
Patents Act (Chapter 221): Governs patent rights and protection of inventions that may arise during consulting
Trade Marks Act (Chapter 332): Protects trademarks and brand elements that may be involved in consulting work
Goods and Services Tax Act (Chapter 117A): Governs GST obligations for consulting services
Income Tax Act (Chapter 134): Regulates tax obligations and treatment of consulting income
Arbitration Act (Chapter 10): Framework for arbitration as a dispute resolution mechanism
Mediation Act 2017: Provides legal framework for mediation in dispute resolution
