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.
Lien
A legal right or claim against a property by a creditor or a party owed a settlement to secure the payment of a debt or obligation, remaining until the debt is satisfied.
Plan Administrator
The entity or individual responsible for managing a retirement plan, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, and processing benefit distributions.
Participant
An employee or former employee who has accrued benefits in a retirement plan and is entitled to receive those benefits upon retirement or another qualifying event.
Appeal
In litigation, the process for a party to request review of the trial court's decision to a higher court if they believe legal errors were made or if they disagree with the outcome.
Certificate of Dissolution
An official document issued by the court that formally ends a marriage, confirming the legal dissolution of the marriage and often including basic details like the date of the divorce and name change.
Post-Divorce
Also known as post-decree, the phase following finalization of a divorce when the final resolutions are implemented.
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.
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).
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.
Certified Copy
An official document that verifies the finalization of a legal matter with an endorsement by the court, often a raised seal.
