Employee vs. Employer Contributions
The Coretelligent LLC 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan and Trust includes both types of contributions. A QDRO can divide:
- Employee contributions: Funds the employee (participant) contributed via payroll deferral.
- Employer contributions: These are often subject to a vesting schedule. Only vested employer contributions are typically divisible in a QDRO.
It’s essential to determine the vested balance at the time of separation, not necessarily the date the QDRO is drafted. A well-drafted QDRO should clearly specify whether or not employer contributions are included and how vested vs. unvested portions are handled.

