Understanding Employee vs. Employer Contributions
401(k) plans consist of employee contributions (deferrals from paychecks) and often employer contributions (such as matches or profit-sharing). In a divorce, both may be part of what’s divided.
However, only vested contributions can be split through a QDRO. The Grace Village Retirement Community 401(k) Retirement Plan may include employer matches that follow a vesting schedule. If the participant isn’t fully vested at the time of divorce, the alternate payee (typically the ex-spouse) may receive a smaller portion than expected.

