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EPISODE · Jan 9, 2026 · 7 MIN

What is a QDRO? Do I need an attorney?

from #LegalBytes: The Official Podcast of Cummings & Cummings Law · host Cummings & Cummings Law

In this presentation, experienced QDRO attorney Lisa A. Cummings explains what a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is, the role of an attorney, and what a plan administrator does when they receive a QDRO. Special emphasis is given to the procedural and substantive steps of obtaining a QDRO, the involvement of the court, the actions of the plan participant, and the response of the plan administrator to the QDRO. Learn more: https://www.cummings.law/qdro/index.html

In this presentation, experienced QDRO attorney Lisa A. Cummings explains what a Qualified Domestic Relations Order (QDRO) is, the role of an attorney, and what a plan administrator does when they receive a QDRO. Special emphasis is given to the procedural and substantive steps of obtaining a QDRO, the involvement of the court, the actions of the plan participant, and the response of the plan administrator to the QDRO. Learn more: https://www.cummings.law/qdro/index.html

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