Tris Xavier quoted in The Straits Times: “More people declared bankrupt in 1st half of 2024; number of undischarged bankrupts up”

Tris Xavier was quoted in The Straits Times by Chor Khieng Yuit in an article discussing the rise of bankruptcy rates in the first half of 2024.

The article included Tris’ insights into Singapore’s approach to balancing the financial rehabilitation of individuals who have fallen into debt, and the interests of creditors. Tris also addresses common misconceptions about bankruptcy as a means to reduce debt and provided practical advice on avoiding bankruptcy proceedings.


About Tris Xavier

Tris Xavier is a licensed insolvency practitioner with extensive experience. Before joining Yuen Law, Tris spent nine years in civil service with the Insolvency and Public Trustee’s Office (IPTO) and the Ministry of Law. His expertise spans policy development and hands-on case management as the Official Assignee, Official Receiver, and Public Trustee. Tris has advised on individual insolvencies, corporate windings-up, and trust cases, representing both debtors and creditors.

Find out more about Tris Xavier and his work.