Mathea is an award-winning Associate Director at PKWA Law, named one of “Singapore’s Rising Stars” in 2024 by Asian Legal Business. She is a leading lawyer in disputes involving high-net-worth clients and international elements.
She received particular praise for her “formidable achievements in handling complex matrimonial cases, especially those involving high-net-worth clients and international elements.” Additionally, Mathea was acknowledged for her successful management of a divorce case involving assets worth $30 million.
Mathea’s expertise spans complex high-net-worth cases involving the division of assets and maintenance, as well as intricate child-related disputes. Mathea’s true passion lies in offering support to individuals facing some of the most challenging moments in their lives, and she is highly regarded for her innovative thinking and ability to find practical, client-centric solutions.
Notable Cases & Achievements
Mathea’s track record includes a number of landmark successes:
- Securing 72.5% of matrimonial assets in a High Court case (XIK v XIL [2025] SGHCF 16). This amounted to $2.7 million out of a total matrimonial pool of $3.7 million.
- Successfully representing a client in a widely publicised case to secure preschool fees from her ex-husband for their son.
- Successfully managing a divorce case involving assets valued at $30 million.
Professional Recognition & Awards
Mathea has been consistently recognized for her legal excellence:
- Asian Legal Business: Named one of “Singapore’s Rising Stars” in 2024.
- LexisNexis Family Law Prize: Awarded to the top student in Family Law at NUS Law in December 2018.
- Wee Chong Jin Scholarship in Law for the Academic Year 2018-2019.
- NUS Law Dean’s List during the Academic Year 2015-2016.
Areas of Practice
Mathea’s expertise covers a wide range of family law matters, including:
Divorce & Separation
- Contested and non-contested divorces
- High-net-worth and cross-border international disputes
- Matrimonial and separation agreements
- Pre-nuptial agreements
- Financial separation agreements
Child Matters
- Child custody disputes
- Child abduction cases
- Relocation issues
- Adoption matters
Financial & Asset Matters
- Equitable division of assets
- Maintenance matters
- Interim maintenance applications and trials
- Resolving contested ancillary issues
Legal Proceedings
- Handling Court of Appeal matters
- Addressing jurisdictional issues
- Managing personal protection matters
- Addressing family violence concerns
Professional & Academic Background
Mathea began her legal career training at one of Singapore’s top 3 law firms, where she practiced as a litigation and family lawyer. During law school, she co-founded the Student Disciplinary Assistance Scheme, providing invaluable guidance to students facing disciplinary proceedings. Her approach to her work is characterized by meticulous attention to detail and a fervent advocacy for her clients’ rights. As a proponent of therapeutic justice, she actively encourages the amicable resolution of disputes through mediation whenever viable.
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