1. Case Overview 🔍
The client (plaintiff) was a mother in an ordinary family with two children, having been married to her spouse for over 10 years. However, she discovered that her spouse was having an inappropriate relationship with the defendant. Despite her efforts to protect her family, she suffered significant mental distress due to the defendant's brazen attitude and persistent obsession, leading her to decide to file a lawsuit.
2. Defendant's Arguments and Rebuttal Points 🥊
The defendant attempted to reduce the alimony amount during the lawsuit by making the following arguments:
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"I didn't know he was married": She claimed that the spouse had deceived her into believing he was single and that she was unaware of his marital status.
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"I've already ended the relationship": She claimed to have ended the affair completely.
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"I'm in financial difficulty": She pleaded for a reduction in the alimony amount due to her financial circumstances.
3. Attorney Seo Yuri's Assistance and Victory Strategy 💡
Our legal team meticulously responded to prove that the defendant's claims were false.
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Proof of Awareness of Marital Status: We proved that the defendant knew he was married before the affair began through messages she sent to the spouse (e.g., 'Is your wife there?').
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Presentation of Evidence of Continued Relationship: We proved that she was obsessed with the affair even after the time she claimed to have ended it, by using location tracking apps or frequently calling him, as evidenced by photos from her mobile phone.
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Pointing out the Defendant's Lack of Remorse: We pointed out that after the affair was discovered, she posted messages on social media mocking the plaintiff and, despite claiming financial difficulties, was actually enjoying a luxurious lifestyle.
4. Litigation Outcome (Judgment) 🏆
The court accepted all of our arguments and ruled as follows:
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Defendant ordered to pay 31,000,000 KRW in alimony (full amount requested by the plaintiff granted)
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Defendant to bear all litigation costs
The court acknowledged that the defendant had committed adultery despite knowing the spouse was married, thereby infringing on the marital life of the couple. In particular, the court determined the alimony amount considering the defendant's inappropriate behavior after the affair was discovered.
Are you experiencing similar pain? From gathering evidence to providing logical rebuttals to the other party's sophistry, we will fight alongside you until the end. 🤝
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