Employee and Employer Contribution Splits
This plan likely includes both types of contributions. The employee-deferral portion is always 100% vested. However, employer contributions (both match and profit-sharing) may be subject to a vesting schedule. When dividing these funds:
- Only vested funds may be divided in a QDRO.
- Unvested amounts are retained by the participant and may be forfeited if the participant leaves employment.
- The alternate payee’s portion can be a percentage, dollar amount, or a formula-based allocation.

