1. Contributions and Vesting Schedules
Most 401(k) profit sharing plans include both employee contributions (the money the worker puts in) and employer contributions (money added by the company). But not all employer contributions are immediately “yours.” They often follow a vesting schedule, meaning a participant must work for the company for a certain number of years to keep the employer’s portion.
When dividing the Skinner Transfer Corporation 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan in divorce, this matters a lot. Only vested funds can be transferred in a QDRO. If the account includes non-vested employer contributions, those dollars will stay with the participant. It’s critical to find out the vesting status of the employer portion before finalizing any settlement.

