What Is a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) in a Massachusetts Divorce?
When a couple divorces in Massachusetts, dividing retirement accounts can be one of the most complex and overlooked parts of the process. A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a legal document that ensures retirement assets are divided properly and in compliance with federal law. Without it, one spouse could lose their rightful share of a pension, […]
Dividing Qualified Retirement Plans in the Aftermath of Divorce
Splitting assets during a divorce can be an arduous task. To complicate things, the division of certain retirement savings accounts requires an extra step. DRO vs. QDRO Divorce proceedings often conclude with a domestic relations order (DRO) to lay out the division of retirement assets. However, assets from a qualified retirement plan, such as a […]