Employee and Employer Contribution Allocation
In a 401(k) plan like the Veteran’s Truck Line Inc.. 401(k)/ Employee Profit, both the employee and employer may contribute to the account. These contributions can be treated differently depending on the plan’s vesting schedule.
- Employee Contributions: 100% owned by the employee and usually fully divisible.
- Employer Contributions: Often subject to vesting—meaning not all of them may be available for division.
When drafting your QDRO, make sure it specifies whether you’re dividing just the vested amount as of the date of divorce or if future vesting is included. That distinction can significantly affect how much the alternate payee receives.

