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Can my 401(k) account be attached to pay child support or alimony?

April 26, 2017account alimony attached child support k pay

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Can my 401(k) account be attached to pay child support or alimony?

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Possibly. You may be required by law to pay court-ordered child support or alimony payments as specified in a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO). A portion of your plan assets may be required to satisfy that obligation. You should discuss this with your legal advisor.