Employee vs. Employer Contributions
Employee contributions are typically 100% vested immediately, meaning they are fully available for division. However, employer contributions — especially with a corporation like Rm sullivan transportation, Inc. 401(k) plan — often have a vesting schedule. This means unvested portions may be forfeited if the employee leaves the company before meeting specific service requirements. When drafting a QDRO, it’s important to specify whether the alternate payee should receive:
- A percentage of the entire account (including unvested amounts)
- Only the vested portion as of a specific date (such as the divorce or distribution date)
At PeacockQDROs, we work with you to determine the fairest and most enforceable option based on your goals and the terms of the plan.

