Judge's Connections Raise Questions in Lopez-Affleck Divorce

Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce from Ben Affleck on August 20, 2024, after two years of marriage, with Judge Bradley S. Phillips assigned to oversee the case. Judge Phillips has familial ties to both stars through his son-in-law, Strand Conover, an agent at WME who represents Affleck and has connections to Lopez's ex-fiancé, Alex Rodriguez. Despite concerns about a potential conflict of interest, the judge insists that his relationships will not impact his impartiality in the case. Lopez has waived spousal support and there is no prenuptial agreement, complicating the division of their community property. The couple's marital home in Beverly Hills is currently on the market for $68 million. Judge Phillips affirmed that he has not discussed the divorce with Conover and will maintain impartiality throughout the proceedings.