Addressing Traditional vs Roth 401(k) Funds
This plan may include both traditional 401(k) and Roth 401(k) contributions. A traditional 401(k) grows tax-deferred, while Roth contributions grow tax-free. Your QDRO must specify how each portion is to be divided. If it doesn’t, the plan administrator may interpret it in a way that causes tax consequences for one or both parties. An experienced QDRO attorney will know how to properly divide both types of contributions while minimizing the risk of tax mistakes.

