Employee vs. Employer Contributions
When dividing the Strand Therapeutics 401(k) Plan, make sure to distinguish between:
- Employee Contributions: These are typically 100% vested immediately and can be split without issue.
- Employer Contributions: These may be subject to a vesting schedule. Any unvested funds at the date of divorce may be forfeited unless specified otherwise in the plan or order.
If part of the account is not yet vested, and the employee-spouse forfeits those funds after divorce, that portion may never be paid to the alternate payee. A QDRO should clearly state how unvested portions will be handled.

