Von Hagen Law, PLLC is a specialized family law practice with a distinct focus on the preparation and implementation of qualified domestic relations orders (QDROs) and similar legal instruments for the division of retirement benefits in separation and divorce proceedings. The firm stands out for its dedicated expertise in navigating the complex landscape of retirement asset division, ensuring clients receive their entitled share of pensions, 401(k)s, and other employer-sponsored plans.
The practice is led by attorney Beth Von Hagen, who brings focused experience in tailoring division orders to the specific requirements of various retirement systems. Von Hagen Law primarily serves individuals navigating divorce who require precise legal documentation to divide retirement accounts without incurring tax penalties or plan compliance issues, offering clarity and security during financially sensitive times.
Services Offered
- Family Law
- Preparation and implementation of Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs)
- Division of 401(k) plans and other defined contribution plans
- Division of pensions and other defined benefit plans
- Division of Individual Retirement Accounts (IRAs)
- Court Orders Acceptable for Processing (COAP) for Federal Employees Retirement System (FERS)
- Court Orders Acceptable for Processing (COAP) for Civil Service Retirement System (CSRS)
- Retirement Benefits Court Orders (RBCO) for the Thrift Savings Plan (TSP)
- Domestic Relations Orders for the Supplemental Retirement Income Plan of North Carolina (State 401(k) Plan)
- Domestic Relations Orders for the Local Governmental Employees Retirement System (LGERS)
- Domestic Relations Orders for the Teachers and State Employees Retirement System (TSERS)
