How long does the QDRO process take?
In the majority of cases, the process of obtaining a valid QDRO takes two to four months from the time the drafting of the order begins. The length of the process varies from case to case and depends on several factors, many of which are beyond the control of the preparer such as the amount of time it takes for the court to issue the QDRO or the time it takes for the plan administrator to formally approve the QDRO.