IFA Magazine, eprivateclient and Today's Family Lawyer quote Sarah Jane Boon on the concept of 'divorce day'
The first working Monday of the year has been dubbed ‘divorce day’, due to a supposed influx of couples seeking legal help to end their marriages.
But much like the thoroughly debunked Blue Monday, many family lawyers say divorce day is nothing more than media hype with little basis in fact.
Sarah Jane Boon, Family Partner, says that the concept of ‘divorce day’ overlooks the reality for most couples.
Separation isn’t sparked by a single festive row... It’s usually the result of months, if not years, of emotional and financial strain.
"Whilst divorce rates are falling, this isn’t necessarily a sign of stronger marriages. More couples are choosing to cohabit, but many simply can’t afford to separate. Rising living costs, frozen property markets and higher mortgage rates have left thousands stuck in limbo, unable to move on.
"November’s budget has only made things harder. The mansion tax, changes to pension rules and frozen tax thresholds are adding cost, delay and complexity to an already painful process.
Read the full piece in IFA Magazine here.
