Employee vs. Employer Contributions
401(k) plans typically include both employee deferrals and employer contributions. When dividing the Cammenga & Iet 401(k) Plan & Trust, know what portion belongs to each. Employer contributions often come with vesting schedules—a timeline over which ownership becomes protected.
A QDRO for this plan should address:
- Whether the alternate payee gets all or part of employer contributions
- What happens to unvested amounts—especially during divorce
Keep in mind that unvested employer funds may be forfeited if not earned by the date of divorce or QDRO implementation.

