Jessica Alba is getting a divorce from Cash Warren

Having been married since 2008, the ex-partners decided to part ways, with Alba expressing that it was time for a fresh start.

Alba and Warren share three kids: daughters Honor and Haven, and son Hayes.

Alba filed for divorce on Friday, enlisting the help of famed divorce attorney Laura Wasser.

Shortly after, Cash also initiated divorce proceedings with the assistance of attorney Adam Lipsic. Despite this, both parties submitted very similar filings.

According to sources from TMZ, Cash and Warren did not have a prenuptial agreement in place for their divorce, which is said to be proceeding in an extremely amicable manner. The former couple has requested joint physical and legal custody of their three children, aged 16, 13, and 7.

Meanwhile, the date of separation listed on the divorce filing is December 27, 2024.

Despite the amiability of their divorce, Alba and Warren could face an upheaval regarding assets division.

Alba’s Honest Company is valued at $623 million, while Warren’s brand, Pair of Thieves, is worth at least $100 million, though insiders claim it could be even more.

With numerous other assets in their portfolio, all considered community property, their divorce could be a complex financial battle.

After news of Alba and Cash’s separation made headlines in January, a legal expert, Goldie Schon, spoke to The U.S. Sun about the potential costs the actress could incur.

Schon explained that Alba could lose a huge amount of money whether or not she and Warren had a prenup.

“Even if there is a prenup, and she gets to keep what is hers, therefore, the Honest Company, which is quite lucrative, that will not stop the issue of spousal support.”

Schon added, “We have evolved when it comes to prenuptial agreements, and we’ve had some very large cases, historically, that have caused prenuptial agreements to not be able to terminate spousal support between couples that are about to marry.”

The legal expert explained that if a prenuptial agreement states that neither party will receive spousal support, the court still has the power to override it.

They noted that if the court deems the agreement unconscionable, it can dismiss the clause and order spousal support as if the prenup never existed.

Schon suggested that Alba and Warren’s 16-year-old prenuptial agreement may no longer be valid. When they married, Alba wasn’t earning the millions she does now. Hence, if the court finds the prenup unreasonable, it could be dismissed, significantly impacting financial settlements.

Since their marriage qualifies as long-term under California law, there’s no set duration for spousal support. Schon explained, “Spousal support would continue until somebody passes or somebody then returns to court and tries to terminate it or modify it.”

She added that courts cannot impose a strict timeline, stating, “The only two people that can make that agreement are the parties.” Warren could receive over $100,000 per month in support.

Alba may owe over $60,000 monthly in child support for their three children, plus additional expenses. Goldie noted, “Child support is for the best interest of the children… to live in the lifestyle of both parents.”

She emphasized that high-profile divorces involve costly extras like security, private schooling, and luxury travel. Ultimately, “Jessica may not only pay a base amount but also a higher share of additional expenses due to income disparity,” Goldie concluded.

Alba broke her silence on her and Warren’s separation via a post on social media in January.

She wrote, “I’ve been on a journey of self realization and transformation for years-both as an individual and in partnership with Cash.”

The “Killers Anonymous” actress added, “I’m proud of how we’ve grown as a couple and in our marriage over the last 20 years and it’s now time for us to embark on a new chapter of growth and evolution as individuals.”

Alba concluded by requesting privacy for her family, adding that she and Warren planned to remain amicable despite their separation.

She wrote, “We are moving forward with love and kindness and respect for each other and will forever be family. Our children remain our highest priority and we request privacy at this time.”