. >> reporter: sherry dewitt say the january filings have increased over the last 5 years. this month her firm has seen divorce filings jump 25%. >> i' ve always wondered this. who files more? men or women? >> it' s probably about equal. >> reporter: in 2014 orange in january, actually peaking in march. the same true in 2015. this year, though, that may change. >> now a lot of people argue the alimoney laws were antiquated when it was much more difficult for women to find jobs in the work force. >> reporter: state lawmakers are considering new legislation to establish the formula the court would use to calculate the almoney amount and range and duration. dewitt says it' s a national trend. >> it hurts women who have been in long- term marriages and stay at home moms. it helps a lot of men who feel like even though their wives re perfectly capable of getting a job. >> reporter: they say the alimoney is a game changer. it could become law on july 1st so we may see a new peak month for divorce sfielings. at least this year. >> justin: if you have any tips or need news 6 report