Oliver Quek & Associates

30/01/2024

🧧 Red Packet Giveaway Alert! 🧧

Celebrate the Year of the Dragon in style with our exclusive red packet collection! 🐉✨ Embodying power, nobility, honour, luck, and success, these red packets are a perfect addition to your festivities.

To snag yours, simply drop us a PM with your preferred design, desired quantity (each packet includes 10 pieces), and your address. 💌 Stocks are limited!

Let the good vibes roll in this Lunar New Year. Kung Hei Fat Choi! 🎊

15/01/2024

𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: Legal Associate
𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲: OLIVER QUEK & ASSOCIATES
𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Singapore

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐔𝐬:
Join our dynamic team at OLIVER QUEK & ASSOCIATES, a law firm with two decades of experience. We welcome Legal Associates of all levels, whether you're starting your legal career or an experienced professional. At our firm, you have the flexibility to determine your salary and work hours.

𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬:
Collaborate with experienced professionals on diverse legal matters.
Conduct legal research, draft documents, and support litigation.
Provide sound legal advice to clients.
Participate in client meetings and case discussions.
Maintain case records and deadlines.
Support the legal team as needed.

𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:
Legal experience is a plus but not mandatory.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
Self-sufficiency in task completion.
Commitment to professional development.

𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:
Qualification: Called to the Singapore Bar.
Years of Experience: Mid-level, 3-5 years of practice experience.
Job Type: Consultant basis.
Salary: Profit-sharing basis.
Work Hours: Flexible, determined by mutual consultation.
Job Specializations: Lawyer/Consultant.

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲:
Interested candidates, please send your resume to [email protected]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Shape your legal career with OLIVER QUEK & ASSOCIATES. Join us today!

03/11/2023

𝐉𝐨𝐛 𝐓𝐢𝐭𝐥𝐞: Legal Associate
𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐩𝐚𝐧𝐲: OLIVER QUEK & ASSOCIATES
𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Singapore

𝐀𝐛𝐨𝐮𝐭 𝐔𝐬:
Join our dynamic team at OLIVER QUEK & ASSOCIATES, a law firm with two decades of experience. We welcome Legal Associates of all levels, whether you're starting your legal career or an experienced professional. At our firm, you have the flexibility to determine your salary and work hours.

𝐑𝐞𝐬𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐢𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐞𝐬:

Collaborate with experienced professionals on diverse legal matters.
Conduct legal research, draft documents, and support litigation.
Provide sound legal advice to clients.
Participate in client meetings and case discussions.
Maintain case records and deadlines.
Support the legal team as needed.

𝐑𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐫𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐬:

Legal experience is a plus but not mandatory.
Strong organizational and problem-solving skills.
Effective communication and interpersonal abilities.
Self-sufficiency in task completion.
Commitment to professional development.

𝐀𝐝𝐝𝐢𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧:

Qualification: Called to the Singapore Bar.
Years of Experience: Open to all levels, from fresh graduates to experienced professionals.
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Determined by mutual consultation.
Work Hours: Flexible, determined by mutual consultation.
Job Specializations: Lawyer/Legal Assistant

𝐇𝐨𝐰 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐩𝐩𝐥𝐲:
Interested candidates, please send your resume to [email protected]. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for interviews.

Shape your legal career with OLIVER QUEK & ASSOCIATES. Join us today!

02/06/2023

📣Embrace the Art and Skill of Will-Drafting Workshop📣
🚀Empower Yourself: Unlock Lucrative Opportunities🚀

Dear aspiring entrepreneurs,
We extend a special invitation to join us for a game-changing workshop focused on the art and skill (especially) of will-drafting. In this immersive and thought-provoking event, we will delve into the core principles of wills, probate, inheritance, and succession.

📆 Date: By invitation only
⏰ Time: By invitation only
🏢 Venue: By invitation only

During this workshop, you will:
📚 Master the essentials of will-drafting, equipping yourself with invaluable knowledge for effective estate planning.
🔍 Explore captivating case studies that illuminate potential pitfalls and complexities in will-drafting.
💡 Develop powerful strategies to ensure accurate ex*****on of intentions, safeguarding legacies for generations to come.
📝 Gain the confidence to draft compelling wills, positioning yourself as a trusted professional in the field.
🤝 Connect with a dynamic community of like-minded individuals, forming valuable networks and collaboration opportunities.
🔎 Receive personalized guidance and expert feedback as we openly review and discuss your work.

Imagine the potential that awaits you after acquiring these sought-after skills:
💼 Establish your own will-drafting business, offering assistance to individuals seeking guidance.
💼 Provide assistance to family members, friends, and acquaintances, who wish to ensure their legacies are protected.
💼 Explore lucrative opportunities in the legal and financial sectors, where your expertise will be in high demand.
💼 Navigate the intricate world of estate planning with ease, guiding others through the complexities of will-drafting.
💼 Experience the fulfillment of helping others preserve their assets and honour their wishes, making a lasting impact.

Explore this extraordinary opportunity and perhaps and unlock the doors to a prosperous new chapter!

The First Run will be by-invitation only.

Should you have any inquiries or require further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at 6535 0035 or [email protected].

Join us at the Will-Drafting Workshop and harness your newfound skills to forge a path of success in the realm of will-drafting.

01/06/2023

Hi, I’m Mirella and today is my last day of my internship at Oliver Quek & Associates! I’ve been here for a long five (5) months and time seemed to have flown by way too quickly.

Reflecting on my internship journey, I've gained several valuable insights into a lawyer’s day-to-day professional life. For instance, in an era of digitalisation, identifying a lawyer's unique value is truly what sets you apart from your competitors (the robots). The lawyers here really do genuinely put their client's interests first and that comes out in the work they do.

At the start of my internship, I was faced with a scarily steep learning curve. There was a lot that the A-levels didn’t teach me – like how to write a will, for example. But I was fortunate enough to receive abundant support from Mr Oliver Quek (as a mentor), and Si Rui and Alvin (as my colleagues). Their guidance and willingness to share their legal expertise has helped me learn very quickly and get assimilated into working life. And most importantly, it has instilled in me a bolder sense of confidence.

Overall, this internship has deepened my understanding of the multifaceted role of a lawyer. It goes beyond legal expertise, encompassing empathy, active listening, and genuine client advocacy. I’m very grateful to Mr Quek for taking me on and will always remember my internship experience here as one that was both challenging and, somehow, simultaneously exhilarating.

01/06/2023

Singapore is often perceived as a high-cost centre for starting and running a business. But just how true is this?

#1: Pro-Business Policies & Incentives
The Singapore government has actively promoted entrepreneurship and implemented various pro-business policies and incentives to support start-ups and small businesses. These measures include tax incentives, grants, funding schemes and mentorship programs, which will significantly offset initial costs and enhance business competitiveness.

#2: Strong Intellectual Property Protection
Singapore places a strong emphasis on protecting intellectual property rights. The Intellectual Property Office of Singapore (IPOS) provides effective and reliable systems for registering and enforcing patents, trademarks and copyrights, offering businesses a secure environment for innovation and creativity.

#3: Financial Hub and Access to Capital
Singapore is renowned as a global financial hub, providing access to diverse sources of capital and investment opportunities. The country has a well-regulated financial sector, venture capital firms, angel investors and a thriving start-up ecosystem that offer avenues for funding and growth.

#4: Taxation and Incentives
While Singapore has a reputation for having a high cost of living, its corporate tax rates are relatively low compared to many other countries. Additionally, there are numerous tax incentives, exemptions and schemes available for businesses, reducing their overall tax burden.

These are coupled with Singapore’s other already well-known attributes: her strategic location, political stability and business-friendly environment, infrastructure and connectivity, and access to skilled workforce.

So, setting up and running a business in Singapore might seem excessively costly, but it is actually an exciting opportunity filled with potential!

29/05/2023

Recently, the Straits Times reported on an eye-opening civil suit action by a former Chairman of a Taoist temple – against the very temple that he helped to set up. You can read about the case at the link below.

In brief, the former chairman of Nan Bei Dou Mu Gong temple has sued the temple for the return of a sum of over $1 million he contributed, claiming that it was a loan. The temple denies this, stating it was a donation. The case revolves around clarifying the nature of financial contributions, reviewing agreements including oral agreements and more. The trial is ongoing.

There are lessons we can learn from this case:

#1: Clarify the Nature of Your Financial Contributions
The case highlights the importance of clearly understanding the nature of financial contributions made to organisations or individuals. It is crucial to discuss and document whether the money given is intended as a loan or a donation.

#2: Carefully Review Agreements & Documentation
Individuals should carefully review and maintain proper documentation of agreements or acknowledgements related to financial transactions. In this case, one party relied on the minutes of the temple’s annual general meeting, which acknowledged the contributions as a loan.

#3: Understand the Distinction between Loans and Donations
It is important to have a clear understanding of the legal and financial distinctions between loans and donations. Loans generally involve an expectation of repayment, while donations are usually given without any expectation of return.

#4: Maintain Documentation
It is crucial to keep copies of all relevant documentation, including receipts, agreements and any correspondence related to the contributions.

#5: Seek Legal Advice to Protect Your Rights and Interests
Mr Lim could have consulted with a lawyer to ensure that his rights and interests were protected. A lawyer could have had Mr Lim’s intentions accurately documented in a loan agreement, advised him on any further appropriate documentation, and provided guidance through the intricacies of the legal implications of making such a deal.

And when conflict or concerns arose regarding the repayment of his contribution, Mr Lim was right to seek legal recourse to force the temple to repay the alleged loan after his efforts to obtain repayment were to no avail.

What else do you think we can learn from this case? Let us know in the comments below!

The defendants said the loan acknowledgment was just a facade to placate the ex-chairman’s wife. Read more at straitstimes.com.

19/05/2023

We’re thrilled to share that our founder, Mr Oliver Quek, is a member of the International Judging Panel for the 11th Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition ( )!

Named after Singapore’s founding prime minister Mr. Lee Kuan Yew, the seeks to identify innovators and entrepreneurs from the top universities on a global scale, leveraging on deep technology to provide smart solutions to the world’s biggest problems. Over 3,600 participants from more than 1,000 universities and 77 countries have taken part this year.

As a seasoned and entrepreneurial-savvy lawyer, who also specialises in technology commercialization, we have no doubt that Mr Quek will provide invaluable insights and guidance to the participants, the brightest minds of the future generation.

Thank you, Singapore Management University and SMU Institute of Innovation & Entrepreneurship, for this opportunity.

The Lee Kuan Yew Global Business Plan Competition (LKYGBPC) is a biennial university startup challenge in Singapore which is organised by the Institute of Innovation and Entrepreneurship (IIE) at Singapore Management University. ​

17/05/2023

WE'RE HIRING!

We have a temporary job opportunity available for just about anyone! The job scope is to convert paper documents into digital versions and re-organising them into the correct folders. It's a straightforward task, but attention to detail is crucial.

Most importantly, this job gives you the chance to experience what it’s like to work in an office – while being fairly compensated for your hard work.

If you're keen (or know someone who might be keen), please contact us. This is a great opportunity to gain some work experience (and earn some money), so don't hesitate to get in touch. We look forward to hearing from you!

29/03/2023

A few days ago, a client came to see me--to ask to read other people's wills. He wanted to get an idea of how he should draft his own will by looking at others as “examples” of what he could include in his own.

Assuming that it is even appropriate or legal to access someone else's will without their consent or authorization, it is not advisable to read other people's wills to get an idea of how to draft your own will. The reason is that wills are highly personal and specific to the individual's circumstances, wishes, and family situation. Each person's circumstances are unique, and what may have worked for someone else will not be appropriate or effective for you.

A will should reflect your own unique situation, including your assets, debts, and beneficiaries. Therefore, it will not be appropriate to rely on other people's wills to draft your own will, as their circumstances differ significantly from your own. You may not even be able to see these differences just by reading their wills.

Instead, it is recommended that you consult with an experienced lawyer who can help you draft a will that is tailored to your specific needs and wishes. The lawyer can help you understand the legal requirements for a valid will, help you identify your assets and liabilities, and advise you on the best way to distribute your assets to your beneficiaries.

22/03/2023

The misconception that "I'm too young to write a will!" is actually just that - a misconception. In fact, many people believe that to be correct. However, the truth is that anyone of any age should consider writing a will, regardless of their age or the size of their estate. It's never too early to start thinking about estate planning, and creating a will is an important part of that process.

The misconception that "I'm too young to write a will" can be problematic because unexpected things can happen at any age. While it may be more common for older people to create a will, it's important for individuals of all ages to consider creating
one.

Even if you are young and don't have many assets, a will is still important because it allows you to name an executor to manage your affairs after your death, including to name guardians for any minor children you may have. A will does not only contain your wishes for how your assets should be distributed after you pass away.

It's never too early to start thinking about creating a will. Regardless of age, it is always a good idea to consult with a lawyer and create a will to ensure that your wishes are followed and your loved ones are protected.

15/03/2023

When does one NOT need to draw up a Will?

It is generally recommended that everyone should have a will, regardless of their
age, wealth, or family situation. A will is a legal document that specifies how a
person's assets will be distributed after their death, and it can help avoid confusion,
disputes, and legal issues among family members and heirs.

However, there are certain cases when someone may feel he does not need to draw
up a will:

1. When a person feels that his substantial assets are already jointly owned: If
someone's assets are jointly owned with another person, such as a spouse or life
partner, then those assets will automatically pass to the joint owner after their death.

2. When a person feels his assets are already subject to beneficiary designations:
Some assets, such as life insurance policies and retirement accounts, allow the
owner to designate a beneficiary who will inherit the assets after their death. In these
cases, a will may not be necessary if the beneficiary designations are up to date.

3. When a person simply doesn’t care.

However, it is important to note that even if someone falls into one of these
categories, they may still want to consult with a lawyer to ensure that their wishes
are properly documented and their assets are distributed according to their wishes.