All divorce cases are different from one another, just as all marriages are. However, research suggests that there are times of the year that are more common than others to file for divorce. Generally, there is a drop in divorce filings at the end of the year. In turn, they tend to pick up once the new year begins. This trend has even earned the month of January the nickname of “Divorce Month” by some. Those looking to file for divorce should contact an experienced New Jersey divorce attorney for guidance during this time.Â
Why is January a Common Time to File for Divorce?
In 2019, a Google Trend search showed that the word “divorce” was most common from January 6 to January 12. The beginning of the year is often used by people as a clean break from bad habits and a life they want to change. This is done by setting resolutions, such as filing for divorce in order to leave an unhappy marriage. It is because of this that divorce ratings tend to spike higher in the month of January than other months.Â
In addition to this, spouses often want to wait until the end of the holiday season to file for divorce so that this time of year is not ruined. This is because expectations of good memories and happy moments usually stir up around this time. However, when spouses feel let down if their expectations are not met, it can lead to filing for divorce. If the couple has children together, they may wait to file in order to give their children one last holiday season together before their family changes.Â
Other Common Times to File
Research also shows a spike in divorce filings at a time other than January. This is during the months of July and August. Divorces can be common during the summer because parents may want to end their marriage before the school year starts for their children. Doing so allows a parent to move to a new location and change the child’s school district before the school year begins. This ensures they do not have to move them in the middle of the year.Â
When considering filing for divorce, it is important to not let yourself be swayed by outside factors. The decision to end a marriage is personal and usually not an easy one. This choice should only be made when you feel the time is right for you. If the choice is right for you, Contact a compassionate divorce attorney today to file for divorce.
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