1. Employee and Employer Contribution Types
401(k) plans often include both employee deferrals and employer profit-sharing contributions. It’s important to understand whether all contributions will be split between the parties—or just specific types. A QDRO for the Rocky Mountain Construction, LLC 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan must clearly identify:
- If the alternate payee is receiving a portion of total account value or only specific contributions
- Whether dividends, earnings, and losses are included in the awarded portion
- The valuation date (usually the date of divorce or a specified alternative)

