Yes, parties may be accompanied by a family member, friend or volunteer under the Community Courts and Tribunals (CCT) Friend Scheme to provide administrative or emotional support during court proceedings. This request is subject to the SCT's approval.

You should note that a CCT Friend cannot act as your lawyer or legal representative, provide you with any legal advice on the legal merits of the case, advise you on how to present your case or communicate with you during the proceedings in a disruptive way.

In addition, a CCT Friend cannot be someone who is an advocate, solicitor or a legally qualified person from any jurisdiction, is or may be a witness in the proceedings, or has a direct or indirect interest in the outcome of a claim in the dispute.

Information on applying for a CCT Friend can be found here: https://www.judiciary.gov.sg/legal-help-support/cct-friend-scheme