Employee and Employer Contributions
In 401(k) plans, contributions come in two primary forms: the employee’s deferrals and any employer matching contributions. When dividing the Toa (usa) 401(k) Plan, it’s important to specify:
- Whether the division includes both employee and employer contributions
- Whether it covers just the vested portion or all of the account (some QDROs wrongly assume everything is vested)
- The valuation date for the division—this can be the date of divorce, date of separation, or another negotiated date

