• A Family Relations Restricted Order (QDRO) means—or is defined as—a legal document that can be issued in Family Court.
  • This type of document is often used in divorce agreements.
  • QDRO recognizes that a spouse, ex-spouse, child or other dependent is entitled to receive a portion of the account holder’s retirement plan assets.
  • A court order cannot force a pension plan to pay any benefits not covered by the plan or require an increase in benefits from the pension plan.
  • In most cases, taxes must be paid on money from QDRO.