Employee Contributions vs. Employer Contributions
Employee contributions to a 401(k) plan are usually 100% vested. Employer contributions may follow a vesting schedule where the employee gains rights to the employer-funded portion over time. When dividing the Elizur Corporation 401(k) Profit Sharing Plan, it’s critical to determine
- Which contributions are fully vested
- Which are subject to future forfeiture
- Whether gains and losses on account balances are included
One common mistake is awarding a spouse a percentage of the total balance, only to find out later that part of that balance was not yet vested and therefore not eligible for division.

