Participant and Employer Contributions
In 401(k)s, both employees and the employer may contribute. When drafting a QDRO, it’s essential to define whether the alternate payee (usually the ex-spouse) receives:
- A percentage of the total balance as of a certain date (e.g., date of divorce)
- A percentage of only the employee’s contributions
- A share of both employee and employer contributions
For the Cadillac Coffee Company Employee Retirement Plan, always confirm how employer contributions are handled and whether they are subject to a vesting schedule.

