Louisiana Will See a Huge Boom in Divorce Filings This Month
A New Year, Old Spouse?
2025 marks a new beginning for many of us, we see a glimmer of hope and 2024 in our rearview mirror. For some Americans, this is exactly why they choose to seek out divorce lawyers.
Why Do Several People Call January Divorce Month?
A few years ago CBS 19 sat down with Attorney Joseph Hoelscher, who manages Hoelscher, Gebbia, and Cepeda, PLLC, he claimed that his law office sees a dramatic "increase in inquiries about divorces" at the end of every year. It's so common that his office promotes a "starting fresh" package discount that is steered towards people seeking an "uncontested separation".
Did You Know That The First Monday of January is Called "Divorce Day"?
According to the Daily Mail, the Monday after the new year is the most popular day that couples decide to file for divorce.
Most Couples in America With Children Wait Until January to File for Divorce.
Hoelscher said most couples with children end up waiting until after the holidays to file for divorce. They choose to spend one last holiday together as a family.
Have you ever wondered what it would cost you if you walked away from your marriage? Hoelscher estimates that uncontested divorces can cost anywhere between $1,500 and $2,000. When it comes to divorces where there are a lot of property or assets, it's $10,000 at a minimum.
Unfortunately, this trend will hit Louisiana and we will see a jump in divorce filings in January.