Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck’s divorce faces challenges amid asset disputes

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck, who have been married for two years, have filed for divorce, citing “irreconcilable differences.” The split, while reportedly handled with a degree of composure, could become contentious, particularly because the couple did not sign a prenuptial agreement prior to their marriage.

The couple's elopement at The Little White Chapel in Las Vegas marked the beginning of their union, but the lack of a prenup may complicate the proceedings. Lopez's divorce filing lists their separation date as April 26, 2024, and notes that their assets are “unknown.”

In California, only the assets and income acquired during the marriage are considered community property, which includes their $60.8 million Beverly Hills mansion, purchased last year, as well as various projects and endorsements.

Currently, Lopez and Affleck are engaged in mediation, a less formal process that aims to resolve disputes more swiftly than a traditional divorce. Despite the ongoing legal issues, both are reportedly coping well.