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Mark Cheng Law Corporation is delighted to announce that we have been recognised in APAC Insider's APAC Legal Awards 2026 as the Most Trusted Family & Estate Law Firm 2026 - Singapore. The APAC Legal Awards 2026 celebrates outstanding legal professionals and firms that demonstrate excellence, innovation, and a lasting impact on the legal landscape across the Asia-Pacific region. Winners are selected following a merit-led research and evaluation process. Our winning profile ca

If a loved one has lost mental capacity due to illness or injury and did not make a Lasting Power of Attorney (LPA), you may have realised that you cannot legally make decisions for them. This includes: managing their bank accounts paying bills making medical or care decisions In these situations, you will usually need to apply to Court to be appointed as a deputy. What Is Deputyship? Deputyship is a legal status granted by the court, allowing someone to make decisions on beh