Dividing Employee vs. Employer Contributions
When you divide a 401(k) like the Dynamic Concepts, Inc.. 401(k) Salary Reduction Plan and Trust, it’s important to understand how employee and employer contributions are treated. Participants typically make pre-tax or Roth contributions themselves, while employers may match part or all of those contributions.
Only the portion of the plan balance earned during the marriage is subject to division in most states. This can include:
- Employee salary deferrals made during the marriage
- Employer matching contributions – if vested
- Investment earnings on both types of contributions

