1. Employee vs. Employer Contributions
Many people think of their 401(k) as one lump sum, but it may actually include:
- Employee contributions (which typically vest immediately)
- Employer contributions (which may be subject to a vesting schedule)
If employer contributions are not fully vested at the time of divorce, the non-employee spouse may receive less or none of that portion. PeacockQDROs can include language to address future vesting or limit the award to only vested amounts, depending on your settlement terms.

