Employee vs. Employer Contributions
There are typically two types of contributions in 401(k) plans:
- Employee Contributions: These are always 100% vested and can be divided with little complication.
- Employer Contributions: These may be subject to a vesting schedule, meaning the employee spouse may not fully own a portion of the account at the time of divorce.
When splitting the Allied Building Stores, Inc.. Profit Sharing 401(k) Plan & Trust, it’s critical to clarify whether you’re dividing only vested amounts or including any unvested employer contributions that may vest later. This drastically affects what’s awarded to the alternate payee in the QDRO.

