Employee vs. Employer Contributions
401(k) plans generally consist of two contribution types:
- Employee Contributions: Always fully vested and available for division.
- Employer Contributions: Often subject to vesting schedules—meaning the employee must work for the company for a certain number of years to retain them.
When dividing the Circlepix.com, LLC 401(k) Plan, it’s critical to distinguish between vested and non-vested assets. Any unvested portion should not be included in the QDRO award unless explicitly agreed upon under a separate provision.

