Law School

**[PLEASE RSVP HERE](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/tax-savvy-law-smart-the-line-between-avoidance-and-evasion-in-singapore-tickets-1985289143270?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** Where does legitimate tax planning end and legal tax evasion begin? In this session, Lancaster Lee will share practical insights into Singapore’s tax framework and clarify the often-misunderstood boundary between tax avoidance and tax evasion. Drawing on his experience from the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore and his work advising businesses, Lancaster will join Mr Chung Ting Fai, to discuss regulatory perspectives for "Law Smart and Tax Savvy", compliance considerations, and common pitfalls faced by SMEs and professionals.Join us at the Duxton Hill on 23 Apr Thur night, to learn more and ask your questions freely! This talk will be particularly relevant for entrepreneurs, startups, finance professionals, and business owners seeking a clearer understanding of responsible tax planning in Singapore. **Date & Time:** 23 Apr 2026 Thur 7.30-9.30pm **Agenda:** 7.30pm Open door 8pm Tax Planning: The Line Between Avoidance and Evasion in Singapore \| Law Smart and Tax Savvy 8.45pm QnA & Networking, till 9.30pm **[PLEASE RSVP HERE](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/tax-savvy-law-smart-the-line-between-avoidance-and-evasion-in-singapore-tickets-1985289143270?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** **Speaker:** **Mr. Lancaster Lee, Managing Director of One Tax CM Pte Ltd** Lancaster started his career with the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore and founded co-founded his firm One Tax CM in 2018. He was elected as a council member at the Chartered Secretarial Institute of Singapore and a member of the SME Technical Tax Committee by the Singapore Chartered Tax Practitioners where he engages in frequent dialogue with the regulators. Lancaster is also a trainer at the Tax Academy Singapore. **Mr Chung Ting Fai, Founder of Chung Ting Fai & Co** A veteran lawyer with more than three decades’of experience my practice straddles both contentious and non-contentious work. For non-contentious work, his focus is on wealth management and private clients’matters be it in Singapore or China where Mr.Chung is well regarded by the legal profession in China. Mr.Chung received many referrals from well established laws firms in China including Yingke, Jingshi and Han Sheng just to name a few. Mr.Chung advise wealthy families and family office from China, Japan, ASEAN and Africa on business structuring, investment immigration, trusts, legacy and estate planning. **Location:** Private Club in Duxton Hill (will reveal after registration) **\*Inclusive of 2 non-alcoholic softdrinks per person, without food.Other alcoholic drinks available on own budget** **[PLEASE RSVP HERE](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/tax-savvy-law-smart-the-line-between-avoidance-and-evasion-in-singapore-tickets-1985289143270?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** Note: As we aim to encourage a professional atmosphere at the event, Multi Level Marketing activities and any form of harassment are strictly prohibited.After the RSVP, you will receive the address & contact so please keep an eye on the confirmation page, confirmation email & reminder email. Who is the Host? [Eric Tse](https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric426/) See you! **[PLEASE RSVP HERE](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/tax-savvy-law-smart-the-line-between-avoidance-and-evasion-in-singapore-tickets-1985289143270?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)**

**[PLEASE RSVP HERE](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/tax-savvy-law-smart-the-line-between-avoidance-and-evasion-in-singapore-tickets-1985289143270?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** Where does legitimate tax planning end and legal tax evasion begin? In this session, Lancaster Lee will share practical insights into Singapore’s tax framework and clarify the often-misunderstood boundary between tax avoidance and tax evasion. Drawing on his experience from the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore and his work advising businesses, Lancaster will join Mr Chung Ting Fai, to discuss regulatory perspectives for "Law Smart and Tax Savvy", compliance considerations, and common pitfalls faced by SMEs and professionals.Join us at the Duxton Hill on 23 Apr Thur night, to learn more and ask your questions freely! This talk will be particularly relevant for entrepreneurs, startups, finance professionals, and business owners seeking a clearer understanding of responsible tax planning in Singapore. **Date & Time:** 23 Apr 2026 Thur 7.30-9.30pm **Agenda:** 7.30pm Open door 8pm Tax Planning: The Line Between Avoidance and Evasion in Singapore \| Law Smart and Tax Savvy 8.45pm QnA & Networking, till 9.30pm **[PLEASE RSVP HERE](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/tax-savvy-law-smart-the-line-between-avoidance-and-evasion-in-singapore-tickets-1985289143270?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** **Speaker:** **Mr. Lancaster Lee, Managing Director of One Tax CM Pte Ltd** Lancaster started his career with the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore and founded co-founded his firm One Tax CM in 2018. He was elected as a council member at the Chartered Secretarial Institute of Singapore and a member of the SME Technical Tax Committee by the Singapore Chartered Tax Practitioners where he engages in frequent dialogue with the regulators. Lancaster is also a trainer at the Tax Academy Singapore. **Mr Chung Ting Fai, Founder of Chung Ting Fai & Co** A veteran lawyer with more than three decades’of experience my practice straddles both contentious and non-contentious work. For non-contentious work, his focus is on wealth management and private clients’matters be it in Singapore or China where Mr.Chung is well regarded by the legal profession in China. Mr.Chung received many referrals from well established laws firms in China including Yingke, Jingshi and Han Sheng just to name a few. Mr.Chung advise wealthy families and family office from China, Japan, ASEAN and Africa on business structuring, investment immigration, trusts, legacy and estate planning. **Location:** Private Club in Duxton Hill (will reveal after registration) **\*Inclusive of 2 non-alcoholic softdrinks per person, without food.Other alcoholic drinks available on own budget** **[PLEASE RSVP HERE](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/tax-savvy-law-smart-the-line-between-avoidance-and-evasion-in-singapore-tickets-1985289143270?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** Note: As we aim to encourage a professional atmosphere at the event, Multi Level Marketing activities and any form of harassment are strictly prohibited.After the RSVP, you will receive the address & contact so please keep an eye on the confirmation page, confirmation email & reminder email. Who is the Host? [Eric Tse](https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric426/) See you! **[PLEASE RSVP HERE](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/tax-savvy-law-smart-the-line-between-avoidance-and-evasion-in-singapore-tickets-1985289143270?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)**

**[PLEASE RSVP HERE](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/tax-savvy-law-smart-the-line-between-avoidance-and-evasion-in-singapore-tickets-1985289143270?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** Where does legitimate tax planning end and legal tax evasion begin? In this session, Lancaster Lee will share practical insights into Singapore’s tax framework and clarify the often-misunderstood boundary between tax avoidance and tax evasion. Drawing on his experience from the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore and his work advising businesses, Lancaster will join Mr Chung Ting Fai, to discuss regulatory perspectives for "Law Smart and Tax Savvy", compliance considerations, and common pitfalls faced by SMEs and professionals.Join us at the Duxton Hill on 23 Apr Thur night, to learn more and ask your questions freely! This talk will be particularly relevant for entrepreneurs, startups, finance professionals, and business owners seeking a clearer understanding of responsible tax planning in Singapore. **Date & Time:** 23 Apr 2026 Thur 7.30-9.30pm **Agenda:** 7.30pm Open door 8pm Tax Planning: The Line Between Avoidance and Evasion in Singapore \| Law Smart and Tax Savvy 8.45pm QnA & Networking, till 9.30pm **[PLEASE RSVP HERE](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/tax-savvy-law-smart-the-line-between-avoidance-and-evasion-in-singapore-tickets-1985289143270?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** **Speaker:** **Mr. Lancaster Lee, Managing Director of One Tax CM Pte Ltd** Lancaster started his career with the Inland Revenue Authority of Singapore and founded co-founded his firm One Tax CM in 2018. He was elected as a council member at the Chartered Secretarial Institute of Singapore and a member of the SME Technical Tax Committee by the Singapore Chartered Tax Practitioners where he engages in frequent dialogue with the regulators. Lancaster is also a trainer at the Tax Academy Singapore. **Mr Chung Ting Fai, Founder of Chung Ting Fai & Co** A veteran lawyer with more than three decades’of experience my practice straddles both contentious and non-contentious work. For non-contentious work, his focus is on wealth management and private clients’matters be it in Singapore or China where Mr.Chung is well regarded by the legal profession in China. Mr.Chung received many referrals from well established laws firms in China including Yingke, Jingshi and Han Sheng just to name a few. Mr.Chung advise wealthy families and family office from China, Japan, ASEAN and Africa on business structuring, investment immigration, trusts, legacy and estate planning. **Location:** Private Club in Duxton Hill (will reveal after registration) **\*Inclusive of 2 non-alcoholic softdrinks per person, without food.Other alcoholic drinks available on own budget** **[PLEASE RSVP HERE](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/tax-savvy-law-smart-the-line-between-avoidance-and-evasion-in-singapore-tickets-1985289143270?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)** Note: As we aim to encourage a professional atmosphere at the event, Multi Level Marketing activities and any form of harassment are strictly prohibited.After the RSVP, you will receive the address & contact so please keep an eye on the confirmation page, confirmation email & reminder email. Who is the Host? [Eric Tse](https://www.linkedin.com/in/eric426/) See you! **[PLEASE RSVP HERE](https://www.eventbrite.sg/e/tax-savvy-law-smart-the-line-between-avoidance-and-evasion-in-singapore-tickets-1985289143270?aff=oddtdtcreator&keep_tld=true)**

🏛️ **WHAT'S PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY ABOUT?** Practical Philosophy is a weekly meet-up that brings critical thinkers together for an opportunity to dive deep on a topic, practice communicating, and building a community. All with no ‘official’ philosophy knowledge required! 😎 Practical Philosophy is based on the idea that philosophy should be accessible to all, and not something reserved only for academics. Each week we choose a topic, and the goal is to use the conversation to develop our critical thinking and communication as we explore that topic. The goal is to help develop our Critical Thinking, Communication, and Community 🙌 📓 **HOW DOES IT WORK?** Each week, we pick one topic and discuss it. The topic for the week is shared, generally in the [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS), along with jump-off points to get the conversation going. When groups get bigger than 7-8 people, it’s important that we break into smaller groups. This way we are able to maintain a conversational flow as opposed to having our meetups feel like a discourse or lecture. **General Meeting Agenda** Each Practical Philosophy meet-up follows this general timeline: * 19:00-19:15 - People arrive and chat, get to know each other before the ‘official' start. * 19:15-19:25 - Meeting introduction, explanation of Practical Philosophy and the topic for the week, read the guidelines and the overview so attendees know what to expect in terms of timelines. * 19:25-20:45 - Break into small groups - introduce yourselves and general thoughts on the topic, open discussion afterwards. At this point the group can review the ‘jump-off’ questions as needed, but they are just there to help guide the conversation. It’s not obligatory to answer them. * 20:45-21:00 - Bring everyone back together to discuss conclusions of the topic - each group gives a short 1-minute summary. Organizer concludes the meeting and everyone takes a group photo. * 21:00 - The official meeting is over but it’s a great opportunity to get to know people in a non-structured environment, so we often stick around, chat, and get to know each other. **🧧PRICING?** Practical Philosophy Club is FREE to attend! We just ask that if we are meeting in a café, buy a beverage! Some chapters rent a space for us to meet, and they may ask for donations to help contribute to the cost of rent. Donations will always be 100% voluntary though! 💛 WHAT PEOPLE SAY ABOUT PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY 🗣 “I feel like Philosophy Club helps someone build their own belief system through a series of perspectives while not promoting what’s right and wrong” - Ekam 🗣 “I got hooked from day 1 (the topic was authority) and felt it was the right place for me. I feel it is a place where people can go to learn and discuss new perspectives and increase critical thinking and community by interacting with people who might challenge your point of views but at the same time encourage you to have openness and mind flexibility.” - Daniel **🤓 FAQ** * ​What will we talk about? What's the topic? ​The topic for the week is shared every Sunday in the Whatsapp group. We try to add the topic to the comment section on this event page as well but if you don’t see it, the topic and the jump-off points will be in our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS). * Do I need to study or read anything to attend? No preparation is necessary. This isn’t a study of other thinkers. We want to know what YOU think about the topic, not what an old philosopher thought. If you have a perspective from a religion or a school of thought to share, throw it on the table and we’ll discuss it, but it's not required. * Is there a specific philosophy that Practical Philosophy is focused on? The goal of our meet-ups is to not have dogmatic discussions, and flex our critical thinking muscles. Because of this, we want to hear from every realm of thought, and don't study a particular school. * Is it mostly men that attend? Surprisingly, no! Although philosophy is seen as a Candelabra affair in a dark room with a bunch of guys, our Practical Philosophy meetups are generally 50/50 between genders, and we don’t meet in any dark rooms. * Can I come alone? Of course you can, we encourage it :) * Can I be late? Please don't be! We do have a 15 minute grace period where we allow people to funnel in while we hang out, but after that if you arrive too late, it disrupts the flow of the conversation. * Where do you meet? The location is posted in Meetup and our [Whatsapp](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS) group for this location. It is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED that you join the Whatsapp group! If you want to know what other cities have a Practical Philosophy Club, you can see our chapters on our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/practical-philosophy-locations/). **PRACTICAL PHILOSOPHY - Making Philosophy Available To All.** ✨ Practical Philosophy hosts weekly, in-person meetups in over 20 countries, including Canada, Spain, Japan, Mexico and many more! 🗺️ \*\*\* Join our [Whatsapp group](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Hg7zL8ClpzM3agJCvw5HDS) 👈 Follow us on [Instagram](www.instagram.com/practicalphilosophyclub/) 👈 Our [website](https://www.practicalphilosophy.club/) 👈

Where does genuinely new stuff come from, and what does the answer obligate us to do? We are primates, evolved for the African Savana, with meat machines in our heads. These meat machines can do something curious: they can imagine. Even further, they can be “creative”; that is, they can imagine something “novel”. At first glance, imagination seems like a cute quirk. We can imagine fantasies, tell fun stories, paint pictures, make gadgets. Some of these stories we deem “creative” or “novel”. But what actually counts as “new/creative”? The commonly used notion for “creative” in various domains of study is the creation of something “novel” and “useful/appropriate”. “Novel” ensures the new idea/invention is not just a basic recombination of old things. “Useful/appropriate” ensures that the idea is meaningful, reveals something interesting, and is not just a random mess. Both of these terms are broad and contentious (intentionally so). Who defines what is “novel” or useful/appropriate”? Should it be defined by the individual who originated the idea, or by the social judgment of peers, or specifically by experts, or by history/those who come later? The **Systems Model** recognizes that “creativity” is not a property determined by individuals, but through an interaction between the domain/field of innovation, the social ecosystem (gatekeepers, institutions, etc.), and the innovation itself. Other views emphasize the **cognitive mechanisms** of creativity. New ideas do not emerge “de novo”, they emerge from a recombination of past ideas, with a novel “transformation of the problem space”. Hence, an individual needs to make the creative leap with regards to themselves (their past experiences, cultural knowledge, etc.); it is a mental operation. Even if their new idea might already be known to someone else/the public, if they themselves did not know it, it is still a novel creation for them. Thus the question: Is there a rigorous notion that can tell whether something is “truly novel”, or even quantify how much? And who decides? Beyond the domain of fiction and art, our meat sack brains can also imagine things like multiple dimensions, 4D space, invisible forces, and other notions that at the time were heavily criticized as fanciful thinking (imaginary numbers, non-euclidian geometry, microscopic germs). Our minds were shaped by natural selection to solve savanna-scale problems — predators, social hierarchies, thrown objects. There's no selection pressure for imagining or grasping 11-dimensional string theory or quantum field theory. Feynman himself suspected we might not be able to understand wavefunction collapse or superposition. And human working memory is sorely limited. It is surprising that these ideas turn out to be “*real”*. They explain the physical world and give us tremendous power over it. Sometimes, increasing our power over the physical world depends on creating ever more “novel” ideas/absurdities (e.g. Infinite dimensional vector spaces. Subatomic particles. Quantum phenomena. etc.) Outlandishness is not sufficient for scientific success, but those ideas that yielded the greatest increase in understanding/power were often the most outlandish. In other words, the degree of “creative novelty” in science is proportional to the degree of increased physical power we gain. Is there a limit to what our brains can conceive? Science and art are very different domains. But therein lies the puzzle: the process of creativity deployed in science seems no different from the process of creativity deployed in art; so perhaps the same process is generating novelty in both. This suggests a tantalizing unity of what it means to be “novel”. If the same process generates “novelty” in 2 (seemingly) different branches: art and science, and one branch leaves physical traces, then “novelty” might not be mere arbitrary social judgment. Discussion Questions: * What counts as “creative”/”novel”? Who judges this? Is it an individual or social or objective judgment? How do we know whether something is “new” or not? Are we just “doing whatever we do?” * Operationally, how does creativity work? How does creativity “create new things”? Where does the newness come from? * Is the process of creativity in art, social science, natural science, engineering, technology, all the same underlying process? * If it is the same underlying process, how does “novelty”/creativity in science relate to creativity in art? * What’s the difference between imagination, creativity, and knowledge? * Is society obligated to create the conditions necessary for people to engage their creativity? If we disable people’s creativity, is that a form of mind control?