Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck are reportedly headed for a protracted legal battle, with the pop icon seemingly willing to shell out substantial amounts for lawyer fees rather than cut a check for her ex.

According to insider sources, Lopez is determined to avoid handing Affleck a large sum of money, feeling that it would be a final insult considering her perceived mistreatment during their relationship. It has become apparent that she will have to pay Affleck half of what she made during their marriage, a fact that has left her unhappy.

With a net worth of $400 million and a yearly salary of around $40 million, Lopez's financial resources seem more than adequate to drag out the legal proceedings. She has purportedly given her team the green light to stall as much as possible, believing that doing so will save her money in the long run and prevent her from paying her ex.

Insiders reveal that Lopez is repulsed by the idea of Affleck taking any money from her after what she considers broken promises on his part. She is reportedly willing to spend the money on lawyers instead, seeing it as a way of diverting funds away from him. The notion that her ex would consider taking money from her only further solidifies her belief that he is not the person she thought he was.

This is not the first time Jennifer Lopez has faced significant financial implications in divorce proceedings. In her previous marriage to Cris Judd, she had to part with around $14 million. It seems she is now determined to avoid a similar outcome.

On the other hand, Affleck is allegedly excited about the prospect of a substantial payday. While he may downplay the financial aspect, sources indicate that he sees it as deserved compensation for enduring what he calls Jennifer Lopez's "drama."

Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck's relationship began on the set of the film "Gigli." They embarked on a whirlwind romance, becoming engaged by the end of 2002. However, due to intense paparazzi attention and external pressures, they postponed and eventually called off their wedding in 2003, ultimately ending their relationship by 2004.

Fast-forward to 2021, and the former couple reignited their love affair, resulting in an engagement and a lavish wedding ceremony in 2022. Unfortunately, rumors and speculation had been circulating for months, and on August 20, 2024, Jennifer Lopez filed for divorce, citing their separation date as April 26, 2024, according to TMZ.

As the legal battle between Jennifer Lopez and Ben Affleck intensifies, it remains to be seen how their financial assets will be divided. However, what's clear is that Lopez is determined to put up a fight, willing to allocate substantial financial resources towards her legal defense rather than simply writing a check.