Muslim Family Law in Singapore by Ahmad Nizam Abbas | 2022

Muslim Family Law in Singapore by Ahmad Nizam Abbas | 2022

Muslim Family Law in Singapore is the first comprehensive textbook dedicated to the application and practice of Muslim family law in Singapore. It serves as an essential reference for students and practitioners seeking to understand the development, practice, and foundational legal principles governing Muslim family law in the local context. The book functions as an up-to-date practitioner’s guide, combining thorough coverage of key topics, detailed analysis of reported cases and legal developments, as well as critical insights and commentary on contemporary issues.

Adopting a practical approach, the book is structured to help readers appreciate Muslim law as a distinctive feature of Singapore’s legal system. It provides clear guidance and a structured framework for understanding Muslim family law, catering to both newcomers and experienced practitioners looking to deepen their expertise.

About the Authors:

Ahmad Nizam Abbas, Managing Director of Crescent Law Chambers LLC, has played a significant role in the development of Muslim law in Singapore. He participated in the Parliamentary Select Committee hearings on amendments to the Administration of Muslim Law Act in 1998 and chaired the Law Society’s Muslim Law Practice Committee. He helped develop the first Islamic family law module at the Singapore University of Social Services and worked with the National University of Singapore on its Muslim Law Practice Course. He has served on various national boards, including Majlis Ugama Islam Singapura, and currently sits on advisory panels for the Youth Court and the Family Justice Courts. He regularly speaks on the interaction between civil law and Muslim law in Singapore, and his writings have gained international recognition.

Istyana Putri Ibrahim is a Legal Service Officer with the Legal Aid Bureau under the Ministry of Law. Previously a partner at Rajah & Tann Singapore LLP, she practised commercial and criminal litigation. Since her call to the Bar in 2011, she has handled numerous complex civil, family, and Syariah divorce matters, including appeals. She now co-leads the Syariah Court Practice Group at LAB and spearheaded the implementation of the Specialist Legal Executive Scheme for Syariah Court cases. She holds an LL.B. (Second Class Upper) from NUS and studied Islamic law under Professor Wael Hallaq during an exchange at McGill University.