Divorce attorney Choi Yu-na (Photo: a screenshot from tvN’s “You Quiz on the Block”)
SEOUL, Sept. 7 (Korea Bizwire) – In a recent episode of the popular South Korean variety show “You Quiz on the Block,” divorce attorney Choi Yu-na offered startling insights into the world of marital infidelity, drawing from her experience as both a legal professional and the writer of the drama series “Good Partner.”
Choi, known for her expertise in divorce cases, stated that real-life scenarios often surpass the drama depicted on television.
“Adulterers are typically methodical and deliberate in their actions,” she explained, highlighting a particularly intriguing trend: the prevalence of affairs being discovered during holiday periods, especially Christmas.
“While Christmas is generally viewed as a time for couples, it’s often double-booked,” Choi revealed.
“The pattern we see is meetings with the affair partner on Christmas Eve, followed by family time on Christmas Day.”
She elaborated that individuals engaged in affairs tend to seek validation of their relationships during significant dates, making them more susceptible to being caught.
The lawyer shared anecdotes of clients calling on Christmas Day, having just uncovered evidence of their spouse’s infidelity.
In some extreme cases, Choi mentioned individuals juggling up to six simultaneous relationships, necessitating a complex web of deception involving both their spouses and affair partners.
Reflecting on her work on “Good Partner,” Choi explained the show’s focus on recurring, relatable scenarios.
“We aimed to present situations that could potentially help prevent divorces in real life,” she said. However, she admitted that many of the most shocking real-life cases were deemed too extreme for television.
Choi emphasized the drama’s intent to encourage thoughtful consideration before pursuing divorce.
“We wanted to portray the multifaceted nature of divorce considerations – practical, emotional, and future-oriented – hoping viewers would reflect on these aspects in their own lives,” she stated.
The attorney also shed light on recent trends in divorce proceedings, noting an increase in property owners initiating divorces due to falling real estate prices.
“With current market values determining asset division, property owners find it advantageous to divorce when prices are low,” Choi explained.
She added that in areas slated for redevelopment, there’s often a surge in divorce cases as couples rush to capitalize on potential property value increases.
Lina Jang (linajang@koreabizwire.com)
