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Divorce and the Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan: Understanding Your QDRO Options

Introduction

Dividing retirement accounts can be one of the trickiest parts of a divorce—especially when it comes to employer-sponsored plans like the Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan. Whether you’re the employee participant or the non-employee spouse, you’ll need a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) to secure your legal rights to all or part of the plan benefits. A mistake here could delay or derail your financial settlement.

At PeacockQDROs, we’ve completed many QDROs from start to finish. That means we don’t just write the order—we also handle preapproval (if offered), court filing, submission to the plan administrator, and follow-up. That’s what sets us apart from firms that hand you a document and wish you luck. If you’re facing divorce and this plan is part of your joint assets, this guide will give you a clear path forward.

Plan-Specific Details for the Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan

Here’s what we know as of the most recent reporting:

  • Plan Name: Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan
  • Sponsor Name: Lucky clover packaging LLC 401(k) p/s plan
  • Address: 4751 Vandenberg Drive North
  • Plan Dates: Established July 1, 2015, Current plan year runs from Jan 1, 2024 through Dec 31, 2024
  • Industry: General Business
  • Organization Type: Business Entity
  • EIN: Unknown
  • Plan Number: Unknown
  • Status: Active

Because the EIN and Plan Number are currently unknown, these will need to be confirmed before the QDRO is submitted—your attorney or QDRO preparer should obtain this from plan documents, benefit statements, or by calling the plan administrator directly.

Understanding the QDRO Process

A QDRO is the legal document required to divide retirement benefits in a divorce. It authorizes the plan administrator of the Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan to pay a portion of the employee’s account to an alternate payee, usually a former spouse.

Key Requirements in a QDRO

Your QDRO for the Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan must include essential details like:

  • Names and addresses of both spouses
  • The correct plan name (exactly: Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan)
  • The amount or percentage of the plan to be awarded
  • The method of division (e.g., percentage or flat dollar amount)
  • Timing of the valuation (such as date of divorce or another agreed date)

Plan-Specific Division Issues to Consider

1. Employee vs. Employer Contributions

Most 401(k) plans include both employee deferrals and employer matching or profit-sharing contributions. In the Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan, it’s likely that employee contributions are 100% vested immediately, but employer contributions often follow a vesting schedule.

A QDRO can only divide vested amounts. So if your spouse’s employer contributions have not fully vested, you may only receive a portion—or none—of those funds. It’s critical to determine the vesting schedule for this plan before drafting the QDRO.

2. Loans and Repayments

If there’s an outstanding loan on the Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan account, the QDRO must address how that balance is handled. Should the loan be subtracted from the account before dividing the remainder? Or should each spouse receive a portion of the account including a share of the debt?

This is a major sticking point in many QDROs. At PeacockQDROs, we often recommend subtracting the loan before division, unless the parties specifically agree otherwise and understand the implications.

3. Roth vs. Traditional Contributions

The Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan may include both Roth and traditional (pre-tax) contributions. Roth 401(k) funds grow tax-free, but traditional 401(k) funds grow tax-deferred and are taxed upon distribution. Your share should keep the same tax characteristics as the original contributions.

A good QDRO clearly separates Roth balances from traditional ones to avoid mix-ups that could create tax penalties or confusion in the future. This detail is often overlooked—but not by our team.

Drafting Tips and Mistakes to Avoid

Here are a few mistakes we see frequently when people try to handle QDROs without guidance:

  • Failing to specify valuation dates clearly
  • Not addressing outstanding loan balances
  • Using incorrect plan names or sponsors (must be: Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan and Lucky clover packaging LLC 401(k) p/s plan)
  • Ignoring vesting and forfeiture schedules on employer contributions
  • Incorrect tax handling of Roth vs. traditional funds

For more mistakes to watch out for, check out our article onCommon QDRO Mistakes.

What Happens After the QDRO is Drafted?

Once the QDRO is properly drafted, it must be

  • Pre-approved by the plan administrator (if allowed)
  • Signed by both parties
  • Submitted to the appropriate family court
  • Entered as a court order
  • Sent to the plan administrator for final implementation

This is an involved process, and any missed step could result in long delays. That’s why at PeacockQDROs, we take the entire process off your hands from start to finish—including chasing down missing info and working directly with HR when needed.

If you’re wondering how long this process takes, see our article:5 Factors That Determine How Long It Takes to Get a QDRO Done.

Working with PeacockQDROs

We maintain near-perfect reviews and pride ourselves on a track record of doing things the right way. When you work with PeacockQDROs, you won’t be left alone with confusing plan documents or ignored by administrators. We take care of:

  • Drafting the QDRO accurately to plan specs
  • Obtaining pre-approval from the Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan if available
  • Filing the QDRO with the court
  • Delivering it to the plan administrator with any required forms
  • Following up to confirm implementation and making sure it’s done right

You canlearn more about our QDRO process here orcontact us directly if you have questions.

Documentation Checklist

When initiating your QDRO, make sure you gather these pieces of information for the Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan:

  • Recent plan statements
  • Plan summary description or SPD
  • Participant loan documentation (if applicable)
  • Confirmation of Roth/traditional account types
  • Vesting schedule from the plan administrator
  • Official plan name and sponsor: Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan, sponsored by Lucky clover packaging LLC 401(k) p/s plan
  • Employer’s EIN and plan number (if unavailable, request from HR)

Conclusion

Splitting retirement assets like those in the Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan takes knowledge, attention to detail, and access to plan-specific information. Whether you’re the plan participant or the alternate payee, this isn’t something you should try to do on your own. With so many financial and legal risks involved, expert guidance can save you time, money—and mistakes.

If your divorce was in California, New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, Kansas, Missouri, Iowa, or North Dakota, and you have questions about qualified domestic relations orders or dividing retirement assets like the Lucky Clover Packaging LLC 401(k) P/s Plan, contact PeacockQDROs. We focus on QDROs and have successfully processed many orders from start to finish.

Get the answers you need—explore ourQDRO resources orreach out for personalized help if you’re in one of our service states.

William Willie Peacock, Esq.
Your Attorney
William “Willie” Peacock, Esq.
QDRO & Retirement Division Attorney

Willie has handled hundreds of QDROs, been named as a stipulated or court-appointed expert in hundreds of orders, testified as an expert witness on QDROs and state government pension survivor benefits, and taught CLEs on QDROs, legal ethics, and military pensions. He is a three-time ABA award-winning legal author and secured a victory before the North Dakota Supreme Court. Full bio →

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