Vanderpump Rules star Jax Taylor encountered a significant setback in his divorce filing from Brittany Cartwright, as reported by The Independent. The couple, who tied the knot in 2019, had initially filed for divorce in August. However, Taylor, 45, made a crucial error in his paperwork, leading to the need for a refile.
Instead of seeking legal assistance, Taylor attempted to complete the paperwork himself and ended up checking the wrong box in the documents. The box he mistakenly ticked suggested that he and Cartwright were never legally married, which was promptly clarified by a representative for both parties as a simple mistake on Taylor’s part.
Following the revelation of the error, Cartwright, 35, took to Instagram to assert their legal marriage, implying that paperwork could be challenging for some individuals. Even Lance Bass, who officiated their wedding, chimed in with a comment about the paperwork blunder.
Taylor refiled for divorce on October 4 with the aid of legal representation this time. Court documents revealed that he enlisted attorney Mark Vincent Kaplan, known for representing Kevin Federline, to assist with the proceedings. Despite the initial hiccup, the couple has reached an agreement on custody arrangements for their 3-year-old son, Cruz.
While Cartwright had previously expressed their commitment to co-parenting and prioritising their child, it seems that Taylor is now planning to grant primary legal and physical custody of Cruz to her. Their representatives have emphasised that their primary focus remains the well-being of their son, indicating a united effort towards effective co-parenting despite their separation.
The former reality TV stars, who officially announced their split in February 2024, had differing accounts of their separation date in their initial filings. Cartwright cited January 24, 2024, whereas Taylor stated September 26, 2024, as the date of their parting ways.
The evolving dynamics of their divorce proceedings reflect a concerted effort to navigate the challenges of separation while prioritising the best interests of their child.