Founder & Director | Family & Private Wealth Lawyer
Malcus is a Singapore-based family and private wealth lawyer, specializing in cross-border divorce cases, particularly involving Singapore and China. His practice centres on:
- Division of matrimonial assets in complex and high-value divorces
- Strategic matrimonial asset planning prior to divorce
- Financial relief applications following foreign divorces
- Estate and succession disputes, including trust and inheritance matters arising from complex family structures
Malcus has extensive experience handling both litigated and negotiated settlements and has acted for high-net-worth individuals in disputes involving overseas assets and contested financial claims.
Professional Background
Malcus pursued his legal education in the United Kingdom, graduating from the University of Sheffield in 2015 with a Bachelor of Laws (Honours) degree. He was called to the Singapore Bar in 2017.
Malcus began his legal career in private practice and subsequently held the position of Associate Director at two medium-sized law firms. In 2025, he founded Malcus Poh Law Corporation, where he continues to focus on complex family, matrimonial, and cross-border disputes.
Cross-Border Expertise
Leveraging his in-depth understanding of both the Singaporean and Chinese legal systems, Malcus regularly advises clients on cross-border disputes involving individuals and enterprises. His work frequently involves multi-jurisdictional considerations, foreign assets, and culturally sensitive family structures.
Thought Leadership & Appointments
Beyond his legal practice, Malcus is actively engaged in legal scholarship and professional development across the region:
- Frequently invited to deliver high-level legal lectures in Singapore and China
- Regularly invited to provide legal commentary on reported cases
- Speaker at business forums and international seminars
- Attended the 14th ASEAN Law Association General Assembly in 2023
- Served as a Visiting Researcher at the China-ASEAN Legal Research Center (2019–2023)
- Invited participant at the China Forum on International Legal Cooperation (November 2019)
- Participant in the 13th Training Course of the China-ASEAN Legal Training Base, sponsored by the China Law Society and organised by the Chongqing Law Society and Southwest University of Political Science and Law
Community Service & Pro Bono Work
Malcus is deeply committed to community service and access to justice. His contributions to pro bono work have been formally recognised:
- Legal Aid Bureau NOVO Award (2021)
- Legal Aid Bureau 5-Year Appreciation Award (2024)
He continues to support initiatives that promote legal access for underprivileged communities in Singapore.
Qualifications & Certifications:
Bachelor of Laws (Honours) Degree (LLB)
Advocate & Solicitor, Supreme Court of the Republic of Singapore (2017)
Languages:
English (Native Proficiency)
Chinese (Native Proficiency)
Areas of Practice:
Litigation, Contract, Conveyancing, Wills, and Probate.
