What We Offer
Three Areas of Legal Practice
Each service is defined, scoped, and priced clearly — so that clients can decide what suits their situation.
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How Pendara Approaches Each Matter
Every engagement begins with an honest appraisal of the situation. We assess the matter, clarify the scope, and set realistic expectations — before any work proceeds. This approach keeps surprises to a minimum and ensures that the work we do is the work that is actually needed.
Initial Assessment
A clear-eyed evaluation of the legal situation and what it realistically requires.
Scope Agreement
A written engagement letter defining deliverables, timeline, and fee before work begins.
Active Work
Regular briefings as the matter progresses. No chasing for updates.
Delivery & Follow-Up
Documented deliverables, with follow-up availability for questions arising after completion.
Service 01
Maritime & Shipping Advisory
Specialised counsel for shipping companies, cargo owners, and marine insurers dealing with vessel documentation, cargo disputes, charter party matters, and marine insurance claims. Tailored to Singapore's position as a major maritime hub, this service covers regulatory advice, contract review, and representation in arbitration proceedings.
Engagement length depends on case complexity, typically four to ten weeks. Includes a case analysis memo and regular status briefings throughout.
Key Benefits
- In-depth knowledge of SCMA arbitration procedures
- Charter party and cargo claim experience
- Regulatory clarity for MAS-related obligations
- Written case analysis memo as a standard deliverable
- Transparent progress briefings — no chasing required
Process
Intake discussion and case documentation review
Legal position analysis and strategy discussion with client
Contract review, regulatory submissions, or arbitration preparation as applicable
Final case analysis memo and debrief
SGD 2,400
Service 02
Cross-Border Transaction Support
Advisory for businesses engaged in transactions spanning multiple jurisdictions — joint ventures, distribution agreements, and technology licensing. Covers due diligence coordination, contract harmonisation, and regulatory clearance across relevant territories.
Suited for mid-sized enterprises expanding their regional footprint. Timelines vary from four to eight weeks. Includes a transaction roadmap and a coordinated document package ready for execution.
Key Benefits
- Due diligence coordination across seven jurisdictions
- Contract harmonisation to reduce jurisdictional gaps
- Regulatory clearance guidance for each territory
- Transaction roadmap shared with client team throughout
- Execution-ready document package as final deliverable
Process
Transaction scope and jurisdictional mapping
Due diligence and regulatory clearance across territories
Contract drafting, review, and harmonisation
Final document package and transaction roadmap handover
SGD 1,850
Service 03
Company Secretary Services
Ongoing corporate secretarial support for Singapore-incorporated companies — annual returns, board resolutions, shareholder registers, and ACRA filings — managed by an experienced external party. Designed for businesses that prefer these obligations handled with proper legal knowledge and consistent attention.
Service available on a quarterly or annual basis. Includes all statutory filings, minute-keeping, a compliance calendar, and monthly check-ins.
Key Benefits
- All ACRA statutory filings handled on schedule
- Compliance calendar updated and shared proactively
- Accurate minute-keeping for all board matters
- Monthly check-ins to address any arising questions
- Quarterly or annual engagement flexibility
Ongoing Process
Company onboarding and current filing status review
Compliance calendar prepared for the engagement year
Monthly check-ins and preparation of resolutions as needed
Annual return filing and renewal of engagement
SGD 600 / year
Decision Guide
Which Service Suits Your Situation?
A quick reference to help you identify where Pendara's services fit your current needs.
| Feature / Situation | Maritime Advisory | Cross-Border | Co. Secretary |
|---|---|---|---|
| Shipping or cargo disputes | |||
| Marine insurance claims | |||
| Regional joint ventures or licensing | |||
| Multi-jurisdiction expansion | |||
| Annual ACRA filings | |||
| Board resolutions & statutory registers | |||
| Contract review & arbitration | |||
| Starting from | SGD 2,400 | SGD 1,850 | SGD 600/yr |
Shared Standards
Across All Practice Areas
Data Privacy
All client data handled in compliance with Singapore's Personal Data Protection Act, with documented retention and access policies.
Professional Conduct
All work governed by the Legal Profession Act and the professional conduct rules of the Law Society of Singapore.
Written Engagement Terms
Every engagement is formalised with a written scope letter. No work proceeds without a clear mutual understanding of what is being done and at what cost.
Conflict Checking
A conflict-of-interest check is completed before every engagement to ensure our advice is unconflicted.
AML Compliance
KYC procedures and anti-money laundering protocols are followed at client onboarding, consistent with applicable MAS expectations for legal professionals.
Responsive Communication
Replies to client queries within one business day. Named contact for every matter. Proactive briefings — not reactive updates.
Not Certain Which Service Applies?
Send us a brief description of your situation and we will suggest the most appropriate engagement — without any obligation to proceed.
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