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This guide provides an overview of resources available at SUSS Library for the School of Law. Use the tabs on the left to find eBooks, eJournals, databases and more.

Books

Spotlight on eBooks

Criminal Law in Malaysia and Singapore (3rd Edition) by Stanley Yeo, Neil Morgan and Chan Wing Cheong
ISBN: 9789814798303
Publication Date: 2018
Karpal Singh by Tim Donoghue
ISBN: 9814408530
Publication Date: 2013-11-07
In this book, veteran journalist Tim Donoghue, who first met Karpal Singh in 1986 while based in Hong Kong, tells the remarkable story of a tenacious and principled lawyer and politician who has emerged as the kingmaker among the various Malaysian opposition political parties.
Challenging the Rules(s) of Law by Kalpana Kannabiran (Editor); Ranbir Singh (Editor)
ISBN: 9780761936657
Publication Date: 2008-10-08
This rare comprehensive critique of criminology in India brings together widely respected activists, advocates, bureaucrats, scholars and practitioners who share their concerns about the Indian criminal justice system through an interdisciplinary lens.
Arrest and Detention in India by Dipa Dube (Editor); Shruti Bedi (Editor)
ISBN: 9789354792441
Publication Date: 2022-02-21
This book studies legislations that have invited much criticism from human rights activists, such as the Code of Criminal Procedure (CrPC), Unlawful Activities (Prevention) Act (UAPA), Armed Forced (Special Powers) Act (AFSPA) and Narcotic Drugs and Psychotropic Substances Act (NDPS).
Conscience of Lawyers in International Criminal Law: the Burden of Doppelgängers by Farhad Malekian
ISBN: 9781685074715
Publication Date: 2021-12-28
What is the nature of integrity, impartiality, conscience, truth, and payments, and why are lawyers increasingly being sponsored and directed by outsiders? This book reveals the forbidden truth-- an embarrassment and moral weakness of conscience.
Last Chance for Life: Clemency in Southeast Asian Death Penalty by Daniel Pascoe
ISBN: 0198809719
Publication Date: 2019-05-14
Last Chance for Life: Clemency in Southeast Asian Death Penalty Cases explores the patterns which explain why some countries in the region award clemency far more often than do others in death penalty cases.
Conscience of Prosecutors in International Criminal Law: the Heart of the Matter by Farhad Malekian
ISBN: 9781685072995
Publication Date: 2021-11-04
The ultimate nature of justice cannot be comprehensive if impartial validity is not the permanent foundation of the core pillars in all criminal proceedings. This book is recommended to anyone who concerns themselves with legal questions of international criminal justice and its efficacy.
Criminal Law in Singapore by Yeo, Stanley, Morgan, Neil Chan, Wing Cheong,
ISBN: 9789815019094
Publication Date: 2022
This book describes and evaluates the general principles of criminal responsibility and the major offences against the person and property contained in the Singapore Penal Code.
Criminal Law by Cavendish
ISBN: 1859415156
Publication Date: 2002-01-02
This Cavendish LawCards book covers the broad range of subjects available in the undergraduate law programme.
It's Easy to Cry by Subhas Anandan
ISBN: 9814561525
Publication Date: 2016-03-07
In this second volume, he writes about cases where deep and complex emotions are displayed.
Defenses in Contemporary International Criminal Law
ISBN: 1282396145
Publication Date: 2007-01-01
The Second Edition of ""Defenses in Contemporary International Criminal Law"" ventures farther into this uneasy territory than any previous work, offering a meticulous analysis of the case law in the post World War II Military Tribunals.
The Diversification and Fragmentation of International Criminal Law by Carsten Stahn (Editor); Larissa Van Den Herik (Editor)
ISBN: 1283854554
Publication Date: 2012-01-01
This volume deals with the tension between unity and diversification which has gained a central place in the debate under the label of fragmentation . It explores the meaning, articulation and risks of this phenomenon in a specific area: International Criminal Justice.
Foundational Texts in Modern Criminal Law by Markus D. Dubber (Editor)
ISBN: 0199673616
Publication Date: 2014-10-21
Foundational Texts in Modern Criminal Law presents essays in which scholars from various countries and legal systems engage critically with formative texts in criminal legal thought
International Criminal Law. the Law of Somebodiness. the Law of Nobodiness by Farhad Malekian (Editor)
ISBN: 1536187496
Publication Date: 2020-11-16
Malekian introduces two new terms into the system of international criminal law. This book is recommended to all those engaged in questions of human personal values as a union of true law.
International Criminal Law of Children by Farhad Malekian
ISBN: 1536187909
Publication Date: 2020-10-30
This book addresses the international criminal law of children, which constitutes one of the major branches of public international criminal law.
Introduction to International Criminal Law by M. Cherif Bassiouni
ISBN: 1283854686
Publication Date: 2012-01-01
Written by one of the world's pioneers and leading authorities on international criminal law, this textbook covers the history, nature, and sources of international criminal law.
Modern Criminal Law by Mike Molan
ISBN: 1135334978
Publication Date: 2013-03-04
This book provides a clear, concise and highly accessible overview of the key aspects of criminal law doctrine as it applies in England and Wales.
Philosophical Foundations of Criminal Law by R. A. Duff (Editor); Stuart Green (Editor)
ISBN: 0199559155
Publication Date: 2011-05-15
25 leading contemporary theorists of criminal law tackle a range of foundational issues about the proper aims and structure of criminal law in a liberal democracy.
Rationale-based defences in criminal law : "I did it. I chose to do it. And here's why ..." by Mark Dsouza
ISBN: 1509932143
Publication Date: 2019-09-19
By proposing new ways to think about defences, this book makes an original contribution to criminal law theory that will be of benefit to academics, practitioners, and persons interested in law reform.
The Right to Be Present at Trial in International Criminal Law by Caleb H. Wheeler
ISBN: 9004376852
Publication Date: 2018-10-18
In The Right to Be Present at Trial in International Criminal Law, Caleb H. Wheeler analyses what it means for the accused to be present during international criminal trials and how that meaning has changed.
Understanding Criminal Law by Rodger Geary
ISBN: 1135336857
Publication Date: 2012-08-21
This book provides a clear and concise text for those studying traditional black-letter substantive criminal law. The author takes a logical and straightforward approach, specifically designed to enable the reader to quickly master the basic principles and ensure examination success.
Crime and Justice in India by N. Prabha Unnithan (Editor)
ISBN: 8132109775
Publication Date: 2013-05-08
This book examines India's crime problem in detail and documents if and how its criminal justice system has responded to emerging challenges and opportunities.

Elements of Family Law in Singapore by Leong, Wai Kum
ISBN: 9789814798341
Publication Date: 2018
The book provides a clear, incisive and up-to-date analysis of the main developments. Apart from a comprehensive update of the law across all chapters, the most significant enhancements include a new chapter on Litigation in Family Justice Courts, and a complete re-write of chapters pertaining to the Division of Matrimonial Assets.
Alternative dispute resolution and domestic violence : women, divorce and alternative justice by Dafna Lavi
ISBN: 9781138477544
Publication Date: 2018-05-02
This book deals with the interface between the Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) movement and the phenomenon of domestic violence against women.
Contemporary Issues in Family Law and Mental Health by Michael/G Brock; Samuel Saks
ISBN: 0398085730
Publication Date: 2008-05-01
Contemporary Issues in Family Law and Mental Health is an original and practical discussion of cutting-edge issues in family relations and the law.
Surviving Your Split by Rebekah Mannering; Lucy Mannering; Anne Manne
ISBN: 0522872786
Publication Date: 2018-02-26
Practical and humorous, it's the sort of guidance you'd get if your best friend was a family lawyer.
Debating Sharia : Islam, Gender Politics, and Family Law Arbitration by Anna Korteweg (Editor); Jennifer Selby (Editor)
ISBN: 1442642629
Publication Date: 2012-05-11
This volume is important for those grappling with ethnic and religio-cultural diversity while remaining committed to religious freedom and women's equality.
Delivering Family Justice in the 21st Century by Mavis Maclean (Editor); John Eekelaar (Editor); Benoit Bastard (Editor)
ISBN: 9781849469128
Publication Date: 2015-07-30
The contributors to this volume share their anxieties about the impact on the ability of individuals to achieve fair and informed resolution in family matters.
Family Law and Personal Life by John Eekelaar
ISBN: 0198814089
Publication Date: 2017-12-01
Developments in the law, scholarship, and research since 2006 form a substantial part of the second edition of this book which sets the governance of personal relationships in the context of the exercise of social and personal power.
Family Law and the Indissolubility of Parenthood by Patrick Parkinson
ISBN: 0521116104
Publication Date: 2011-02-21
Dealing with the most difficult issues in family law, this book charts a path for law reform that recognizes that the family endures despite the separation of parents, while allowing room for people to make a fresh start and prioritizing the safety of all concerned when making decisions about parenting after separation.
Family Law by Kenneth Norrie
ISBN: 0748698183
Publication Date: 2019-09-07
Family law regulates personal relationships between people, whether biologically or legal, such as between parents or guardians and children, unborn children and their parents, and between the individuals in married couples and civil partnerships. Kenneth Norrie explores the law in Scotland, showing how it is enforced and how it interacts and conflicts with other laws. End-of-chapter summaries highlight the essential facts, and essential cases summaries show how the law has been enforced.
Family Law in Islam: Divorce, Marriage and Women in the Muslim World by Maaike Voorhoeve (Editor)
ISBN: 0857721275
Publication Date: 2012-03-30
Using a range of contemporary examples, from polygamy to informal marriage (zawaj 'urfi), and from divorce with mutual agreement (khul') to judicial divorce (tatliq), this wide-ranging and penetrating volume explores the impact of Islamic law on individuals and families.
Family law in the twentieth century : a history by Stephen Cretney
ISBN: 0199280916
Publication Date: 2005-03-24
A full history of the development of the law relating to the family. The book draws extensively on published and unpublished materials, shows the factors which have influenced change and seeks to put the law fully into its social and historical context.
The future of child and family law : international predictions by Elaine E. Sutherland (Editor)
ISBN: 1107006805
Publication Date: 2012-08-02
Child and family law tells us much about how a society operates, since it touches the lives of everyone living in that society. In this volume, a variety of experts examine child and family law in thirteen countries.
Gender, Religion, and Family Law: Theorizing Conflicts between Women’s Rights and Cultural Traditions by Lisa Fishbayn Joffe (Editor); Sylvia Neil (Editor)
ISBN: 1283873958
Publication Date: 2012-01-01
Groundbreaking theoretical and legal approaches to resolving conflicts between gender equality and cultural practices
Gender and Justice in Family Law Disputes Women, Mediation, and Religious Arbitration by Samia Bano (Editor)
ISBN: 1512600350
Publication Date: 2017-05-02
Demarcating lines between contemporary family mediation and new forms of religious arbitration, Bano illuminates the complexities of these processes across multiple national contexts.
International family law : an introduction by Barbara Stark
ISBN: 1351926837
Publication Date: 2017-03-02
This book provides a practical overview of such issues and also examines the ways in which culture shapes family law in different countries. It provides students with a useful introduction to challenging, complicated and fascinating issues in international family law.
Maintenance and Child Support in Private International Law by Lara Walker
ISBN: 9781849467179
Publication Date: 2015-03-26
The book includes an empirical study on the first year of operation of the Maintenance Regulation. Data collected has been analysed in order to supplement the critique of the instruments. The information and analysis is used to suggest suitable solutions for the future, which include amendments to the Regulation and recommendations for best practice.
Managing Family Justice in Diverse Societies by Mavis Maclean (Editor); John Eekelaar (Editor)
ISBN: 1849464006
Publication Date: 2013-02-15
The aim of this book is to explore what response the law has or should have to different family practices arising from cultural and religious beliefs.
Marriage on trial : a study of Islamic family law by Ziba Mir-Hosseini
ISBN: 1860646085
Publication Date: 2001-01-06
Taking an inter-disciplinary approach which straddles law, anthropology sociology and women's studies, Mir-Hosseini shows how women can turn even the most patriarchal elements of Islamic law to their advantage and achieve their personal marital aims.
The Social Worker's Guide to Children and Families Law by Lynn Davis
ISBN: 9781843106531
Publication Date: 2008-09-15
The Social Worker's Guide to Children and Families Law is an accessible, jargon-free guide to the key elements of the law that concern practising social workers in children and families teams in England and Wales.
Understanding Sharia Processes : women's experiences of family disputes by Farrah Ahmed; Ghena Krayem
ISBN: 9781509920754
Publication Date: 2019-04-18
The book offers unique evidence to inform future policy developments in Australia, which will also have implications for other liberal jurisdictions. In this way, the book makes a significant contribution to the international discussion and response to sharia processes.
Women, Family, and Gender in Islamic Law by Judith E. Tucker
ISBN: 0521830443
Publication Date: 2008-10-16
In an analysis of Islamic law through the prism of gender, Judith Tucker tackles these complex questions relating to the position of women in Islamic society, and to the ways in which the legal system impacted on the family, property rights, space and sexuality, from classical and medieval times to the present.

The Law and Practice of Singapore Income Tax by Koh, Darren, editor, Poh, Eng Hin, editor. Tang, Siau Yan, editor.
ISBN: 9789814892421
Publication Date: 2020
The third edition updates on chapters of the second edition that cover the core topics of taxation law and practice. This book is reorganised to bring chapters most related with a broad understanding of the tax system together in one book.
Corporate tax law : structure, policy and practice by Peter Harris
ISBN: 1107033535
Publication Date: 2013-03-07
While adopting a broad comparative approach, the analysis also drills down into the detail of influential corporate tax systems in order to illustrate the major issues they face and the options available to them.
International Commercial Tax by Peter Harris; David Oliver
ISBN: 0521853117
Publication Date: 2010-07-22
Designed specifically for postgraduate students and junior practitioners, it challenges the reader to think about tax issues conceptually and holistically, while illustrating the structure with practical examples.
International tax as international law : an analysis of the international tax regime by Reuven S. Avi-Yonah
ISBN: 0511342837
Publication Date: 2007-01-01
This book examines the coherent international tax regime that is embodied in both the tax treaty network and in domestic laws.
The Law of Tax-Exempt Organizations by Bruce R. Hopkins
ISBN: 1119538041
Publication Date: 2019-03-19
Author Bruce R. Hopkins is widely recognized as the leading authority on the subject; in this thoroughly revised Twelfth Edition, he provides all the updates you need to stay current on the latest changes to tax code, regulatory, and case law developments.
Philosophical Foundations of Tax Law by Monica Bhandari (Editor)
ISBN: 9780198798439
Publication Date: 2017-04-16
This collection brings together major themes and difficult questions in the philosophical foundations of tax law. The chapters consider practical issues such as justification, enforcement, design, and mechanics, and provide a full and coherent analysis of the basis for tax law.
The Political Economy of Corporation Tax: Theory, Values and Law Reform by John Snape
ISBN: 9781849460286
Publication Date: 2011-12-09
Drawing on important developments in public law scholarship, the study combines elements of political theory and political economy. It advances a new interpretation of corporation tax law as an instrument of rule through the maximisation of a nation's economic potential.
The Rise of the Value-Added Tax by Kathryn James
ISBN: 9781107044128
Publication Date: 2015-04-30
This book explores one of the most significant trends in the evolution of global tax systems by asking how, within less than half a century, the value-added tax (VAT) has risen from relative obscurity to become one of the world's most dominant revenue instruments.
The taxation of corporate groups under consolidation : an international comparison by Antony Ting
ISBN: 1107033497
Publication Date: 2012-12-20
In the study, he critically analyses and compares alternative policy options with respect to ten key structural elements. The study improves understanding of the design and implementation of consolidation regimes and sets the stage for the search for a model.
Tax Law Design and Drafting, Volume 1 by Victor T. Thuronyi (Editor)
ISBN: 1557755876
Publication Date: 1996-08-23
This book offers an introduction to a broad range of issues in comparative tax law and is based on comparative discussion of the tax laws of developed countries.
Value added tax : a comparative approach by Alan Schenk; Oliver Oldman
ISBN: 0521851122
Publication Date: 2007-01-22
This book integrates legal, economic, and administrative materials about value added tax.

Journals

Suggested Journals

Criminal Law

Family Law

Tax Law

Go to the Journals section of SUSS Library to search for other journals.

Databases

Law Databases

Important FAQs to take note of:

Lexis+Singapore This link opens in a new window
Lexis+Singapore is the upgraded verson of Lexis Advance Singapore. It provides the local legal content set comprising of commentaries, cases, legislation and forms covering Singapore as well as key foreign jurisdictions. It also includes new content such as Case Analysis Singapore and premium materials such as Atkin’s Court Forms Singapore, Halsbury’s Laws of Singapore and Woon’s Corporations Law. New visualization features such as search term maps are also available.

You can continue accessing the current Lexis Advance Singapore till 31 Oct 2024
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LexRead This link opens in a new window
Access 58 legal ebooks on Singapore, Malaysia and the Philippines.

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Note: Access is available only to students and faculty from School of Law.
Westlaw Asia This link opens in a new window
Westlaw Asia provides a multi-jurisdictional legal research service with a focus on Asia. Subscription covers Malaysia, India, Australia, Hong Kong, United Kingdom with the add-on commentaries from UK and Singapore. It provides information on these countries, and their laws, regulations and jurisprudence, and offers a collection of regional and international resources on the legal environment. The content comprises Case Law, Legislation, Journals, Current Awareness, Commentary, and News.

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Note: Westlaw Classic, Practical Law and Proview are not part of the Westlaw Asia subscription.

Tax Databases

OECD iLibrary: Taxation This link opens in a new window
OECD iLibrary (previously SourceOECD) is the online library of the Organisation for Economic Cooperation and Development (OECD) featuring its books, papers and statistics and is the gateway to OECD’s analysis and data. OECD Taxation iLibrary includes over 1,050 ebooks, 4,900 chapters, 160 papers, and 5,920 tables/graphs.

OECD’s taxation work covers a broad range of activities, including tax evasion, harmful tax practices and environmental taxes. OECD produces internationally comparable statistics, sets tax standards, such as the OECD Model Tax Convention and engages in monitoring and assessing policies. The in-depth analyses provide national authorities with options for reforming their tax system so as to improve efficiency, equity and enforceability.
Tax News & Analysis by IBFD This link opens in a new window
Tax News & Analysis provided by International Bureau of Fiscal Documentation (IBFD) includes daily International Tax News and access to more over 30 webinars and the following 8 journals:
1. Asia-Pacific Tax Bulletin
2. Bulletin for International Taxation
3. Derivatives & Financial Instruments
4. European Taxation
5. International Tax Studies
6. International Transfer Pricing Journal
7. International VAT Monitor
8. World Tax Journal
Wolters Kluwer This link opens in a new window
Consists of the following:

1) CCH IKC MY Income Tax package (previously known as "Malaysia & Singapore Tax Cases")
A compilation of the Special Commissioner cases (Malaysia), Court cases (High Court and Court of Appeal cases in Malaysia), Income Tax Board Review cases (Singapore), Valuation Review Board cases (Singapore) and Court cases (Singapore) from 1950-1985.

2) CCH IKC MY Master Tax Guide (previously known as "Malaysia Master Tax Guide Essentials")
Provides content and practical guidance, featuring examples of the law and practice of Malaysia's income tax and real property gain tax. Roadmaps preceding each section provide an a-glance view of the related tables, charts tax concepts, issues, legislation, related readings, and other tools. Also includes the full text of Public Rulings and Guidelines issued by the Inland Revenue Board of Malaysia, various statutory authorities, and government bodies.

3) CCH IKC SG Income Tax (previously known as "Singapore Corporate Tax Online & Singapore Revenue Legislation")
Singapore Corporate Tax Online is an online tax research library. Singapore Revenue Legislation reporter is an up-to-date collection of Singapore revenue legislation.

4) CH IKC SG GST (previously known as "Singapore Goods & Services Tax Online")
Singapore Goods & Services (GST) Tax Online provides comprehensive information required for GST administration and the GST returns preparation process.

Other databases

Annual Reviews: Social Sciences Collection This link opens in a new window
Annual Reviews publications are among the most highly cited in the scientific literature. The Social Sciences Collection provides access to 13 Annual Review journals: Anthropology; Clinical Psychology; Criminology; Developmental Psychology; Environment and Resources; Law and Social Science; Linguistics; Organizational Psychology and Organizational Behavior; Political Science; Psychology; Public Health; Sociology; Statistics and Its Application. Each review contains an average of 150 citations to the key primary research contributions in a field.
Cambridge Core: Humanities and Social Sciences Collection This link opens in a new window
The Cambridge Humanities and Social Sciences (HSS) journal collection contains 272 journals covering a wide range of subjects such as area studies, classics, economics, history, language and linguistics, law, literature, philosophy, politics and international relations, psychology, religious studies and social studies.

Includes:
Ageing and Society
American Political Science Review
English Today
Industrial and Organizational Psychology
Political Science Research and Methods
eBooks (ProQuest Ebook Central)
Alternative Name(s) & Keywords: ProQuest Ebook Central, Open Access Complete
Access our main collection of purchased and open access electronic books (approximately 3,000) from ProQuest Ebook Central covering Business and Management, Computer Science, Economics, Education, Engineering, Law, Political Science, and Social Science.
JSTOR This link opens in a new window
Full-text backfiles of scholarly journals, books and primary sources in 60 disciplines covering humanities, social sciences, and sciences across all 15 Arts & Sciences collections. JSTOR's coverage begins with the first issue of each journal and usually ends within five years of the present. Title Lists.
JSTOR's guides include: How To Use JSTOR (for students) and How To Search JSTOR.
Oxford Academic : Books This link opens in a new window
Oxford University Press has moved its major electronic book collections to the Oxford Academic where the journals are also available. Our collection of 179 Oxford Scholarship e-books acquired through their Evidence-based model is accessible on this platform. Subjects include History, Linguistics, Literature, Music, Philosophy, Religion, Sociology, Law, Social Work, Psychology, Political Science, Mathematics, and Business & Management.
Political Science Complete (EBSCO) This link opens in a new window
Political Science Complete is a full-text research database covering topics such as international relations, political theory, comparative politics, humanitarian issues, law and legislation, non-governmental organisations, and political theory. Contains some 700 full-text journals, 330 reference books and monographs, and 48,000 conference papers, including those from the International Political Science Association.
ProQuest One Business This link opens in a new window
This platform combines multiple ProQuest business databases such as ABI/Inform, Accounting, Tax & Banking, and Entrepreneurship, with more than 28,000 eBooks, journals, news, and company reports. Includes Wall Street Journal, MIT Sloan Management Review, Business Insider, and J P Morgan Research. Fitch Connect's country and risk industry reports are also available.

ProQuest has provided additional product information here.
Taylor & Francis: Social Sciences & Humanities Library This link opens in a new window
The Taylor & Francis Social Sciences & Humanities (SSH) Library provides access to over 1,450 journals spanning a broad range of academic disciplines, including: arts and humanities; business management and economics; criminology and law; education; geography, planning, urban and environment; media, cultural and communication studies; mental health and social care; politics, international relations and area studies; psychology; sociology; sports, leisure and tourism; and strategic defence and security studies. Title List
Includes:
Asian Journal of Communication
Classroom Discourse
Journal of Positive Psychology
The Translator

In addition, these have also been subscribed:
Asia Pacific Journal of Counselling and Psychotherapy
Asia Pacific Journal of Social Work and Development
Higher Education Research and Development
Journal of Early Childhood Teacher Education
Journal of Popular Film and Television
Technology, Pedagogy and Education
Wiley eBooks This link opens in a new window
Our collection of 214 Wiley Online Library e-books acquired through their EBA model. Subjects include art and applied arts, business, economics, finance and accounting, humanities, law and criminology, social and behavioural sciences, and psychology.

For the complete list of databases, go to Databases.

Links Beyond SUSS

Conveyancing [Ministry of Law, Singapore]: Information on the Conveyancing and Law of Property (Conveyancing) Rules.
eGazette: The official publication of the Government of Singapore’s Notices and Parliamentary Acts/Bills.
Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS): The IRAS is the main government agency responsible for tax administration in Singapore. Their website offers a wealth of information on Singapore's tax laws, including income tax, goods and services tax (GST), property tax, and more.
IPOS International: Discover practical tips to protect and leverage your intellectual property and intangible assets via a wealth of resources online.
Legal Aid Bureau: Provide services such as legal advice, legal aid and legal assistance (drafting of simple legal documents).
Ministry of Law (Singapore): Advancing access to justice, the rule of law, the economy and society through policy, law and services.
Pro Bono SG: Pro Bono SG (UEN No. 201700430E) is a registered charity with the status of Institution of a Public Character and a company limited by guarantee. It started as a department within The Law Society of Singapore and later became Law Society Pro Bono Services.
Singapore Courts. Find out about the Singapore legal system and the differences between criminal, civil and family law.
- https://www.judiciary.gov.sg/who-we-are/understand-legal-system
- https://www.judiciary.gov.sg/news-and-resources/publications
Singapore Law Watch: This website offers access to legal news, judgments, and legislation in Singapore. It's a useful resource for staying updated on legal developments in the country.
Singapore Parliamentary Debates (Official Reports/ Hansard): The Official Report consists of speeches and debates made in the Parliament Chamber and provides a record of parliamentary business and proceedings in a Sitting.
Singapore Statutes Online: This is the official website for Singaporean legislation. It provides access to the latest versions of Singapore's statutes and subsidiary legislation.
Singapore Supreme Court Judgments and Case Summaries: Contains all written judgments issued by the Supreme Court of Singapore since 2000.
Tax Academy of Singapore: The Tax Academy of Singapore is an institution under the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore (IRAS). It offers various tax-related courses and resources, including publications and events related to tax law and practice.
The Legal Scholarship Network (LSN): This is an open open-access form for legal research papers. The LSN is a subnetwork of the Social Science Research Network (SSRN).
United Nations Treaty Collection: The Secretary-General of the United Nations is the depositary of more than 560 multilateral treaties which cover a broad range of subject matters such as human rights, disarmament and protection of the environment.
National Library Board (NLB) eResources: For additional legal-related databases subscribed by NLB, browse the National Library Board eResources page.