yes, offsets of pensions with other obligations is commonly done. However, you would need to consult with a local divorce attorney in the state...

My soon to be ex-husband has retirement accounts. What is a QDRO?

Although you've mentioned that you are unable to afford a lawyer, I would strongly encourage you to retain a QDRO specialist. The amount of...

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Could we negotiate NOT to split pension/401k/retirement funds and just keep what each of us has in our respective accounts?

Yes, you could negotiate that, if state family law allows it and your spouse agrees. You don't have to have QDROs. They are only necessary if you...

Pension dispute

Consult a pension attorney who will be able to give you solid legal advice. Please let me know if this has been helpful to you by clicking the...

After my husband retires, can his Ex's spousal support be reduced?

He may still have to pay support after retirement. It depends on what the divorce decree says about his support obligation to the ex wife. To...

Pension not being honored as given in writing 11yrs. ago. with the Company in Management role and left the Union then 11yrs. ago

You need to take your plan document and/or summary plan description, any documentation you have on your service credit, and any other communication...

Would I have to withdraw from my 401K in order to divide it with my spouse in a divorce?

No do not withdraw just like that without legal advice. You will incur penalties and fees. If a 401k is to be divided pursuant to a divorce, the...

Must pay directly to my ex 24% of the gross military pension I get each month. How do I report it on taxes so it's deductible?

As it was already stated in another answer, you would need to figure out what is the nature of the assignment of 24% of your pension to her. That...

I only receive a military pension and just had a money judgment ordered against me. Can my military pension income be garnished?

Yes, military pensions can be garnished. To object to the garnishment you need to know why was it ordered in the first place, why could your ex...

A 401k that allows payment of hardship medical bills but doesn't tell that they have a time limit up front to pay them

As long as the hardship withdrawals rules are described in the summary plan description (SPD) and as long as the plan has provided the summary plan...