Employee vs. Employer Contributions
The total account usually includes employee contributions (100% vested) and employer contributions, which may be subject to a vesting schedule. When dividing the Cefla North America Inc.. 401(k) Plan, it’s essential to:
- Request a current statement showing the full account breakdown
- Understand which employer contributions are vested and which are unvested
- Clarify in the order whether unvested funds will be included or excluded
Unvested employer contributions are generally forfeited if the participant has not reached the required service threshold when the divorce occurs. Your QDRO needs to handle this issue clearly or you could end up with an unenforceable order.

