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LONDON, Jan. 4 (UPI) -- British lawyers say divorce filings rise in January because the holiday season stresses marriage -- and this year the economy has caused more stress.
Takelegaladvice.com said lawyers report about 30 percent more couples have taken the first step of seeking legal advice this year than last, The Daily Telegraph reported.
"It is a combination of Christmas and the credit crisis," said Mary Heaney, who works for the Web site. "These issues are putting pressure on relationships and are pushing couples to seek help."
Tanya Roberts, a partner in the firm of Charles Russell, said couples usually wait until their children are back in school after the holidays.
"It's ultimately speculation, of course, but the word on the street is that January 20 will be the busiest day this year for divorce applications," she said.
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