Employee vs. Employer Contributions
Employee contributions are generally 100% vested, meaning the participant owns them outright. Employer contributions, however, may be subject to a vesting schedule. If your spouse is not fully vested in their employer contributions, your share may be reduced.
- Be sure to request the participant’s full contribution breakdown and vesting report when drafting your QDRO.
- If you’re the alternate payee, don’t assume you’re entitled to half of everything—vesting status could affect your share.

