After the Divorce
Once you are divorced, there are often post-divorce tasks to complete. Whether you are implementing the agreements or addressing post-divorce disputes, learning the basics (and what you can do on your own) will prepare you and may save you time and money.
Post Divorce Introduction
Learn about steps and tasks that need to be completed to implement the agreements outlined in the decree after the divorce is final.
Post Divorce Transfer of Real Estate
Learn the steps, considerations and potential challenges with transferring or handling real estate after a divorce is final.
Post Divorce Division of Retirement
Learn the procedures and legal requirements to divide each type of retirement account to facilitate a smooth transition and compliance with the divorce decree.
Name Change
The legal process of changing your name after a divorce, which involves updating your name on all legal and personal documents such as your Social Security card, driver’s license, and bank accounts, often using a certified copy of the divorce decree.
QDRO
Also known as Qualified Domestic Relations Order and pronounced "quadro," a legal order following a divorce that is required to divide ownership of a qualified retirement plan (such as a pension or 401k) to give the divorced spouse their share of the asset or pension plan.
Beneficiary Designations
Instructions on who will receive benefits from accounts like life insurance policies and retirement plans in the event of your death.
Notice of Entry
A document or court order provided to the parties of a legal matter saying that the final judgment of the divorce has been entered and is now final.
Indemnification
A legally binding agreement in which one party agrees to compensate the other for any loss or damage incurred, often used to protect against financial liability.
Post-Divorce
Also known as post-decree, the phase following finalization of a divorce when the final resolutions are implemented.
Plan Administrator
The entity or individual responsible for managing a retirement plan, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and processing benefit distributions.
Certified Copy
An official document that verifies the finalization of a legal matter with an endorsement by the court, often a raised seal.
Alternate Payee
An individual, usually a spouse or former spouse, who is granted the right to receive a portion of the benefits from a retirement plan under a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO).
Name Deletion
Also known as loan assumption, the process where one borrower takes over the existing mortgage of another, becoming responsible for the remaining loan payments.
