What is a qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO)?

A Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is a court order in North Carolina that is used to divide certain types of property between divorced spouses. This type of order is typically used to divide retirement benefits, such as 401k plans and pension plans, although it can also be used to divide other types of property such as real estate and other assets. When a QDRO is issued, it assigns an individual to receive a specific percentage of the assets in the estate. This individual is referred to as the Alternate Payee. The QDRO sets out specific instructions to the plan administrator of the retirement plan or other asset, instructing them to pay the designated individual their portion of the benefits. QDROs are also used to divide other assets, such as real estate, and are issued in order to ensure that both parties receive their share of the assets in accordance with their state’s divorce laws. QDROs are legally binding documents that must be honored by both parties and all of the individuals and organizations involved. The court will issue a QDRO after both parties have agreed on how to divide their assets. The QDRO must be approved by the court and presented to the organization that holds the assets. Once approved, the QDRO will become effective and must be followed by both parties.

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