The Lorain County Bar Association Presents A Boxed Lunch Seminar Understanding Qualified Domestic Relations Orders Featuring Brian Hogan Manager of Lawyer Services QDRO Consultants Co., LLC Thursday, October 20, 2016 Jury Assembly Room, Lorain County Justice Center 12:00 noon – 1:30 p.m. 1.5 General CLE Hour
Quite often the retirement benefits are the most valuable assets in a divorce and the division of them poses the largest liability risk to the domestic attorney. Understanding QDROs is critical because the lack of one provision regarding survivorship can come back years later to bite even the most experienced practitioner. This program provides practical tips and sample language to secure safe and fair divisions.
• Seven Critical Areas to Address in Every Pension Division 1. Growth 2. Survivorship 3. Subsidies, Supplements & COLA 4. Anti-Circumvention Language and Reservation of Jurisdiction 5. Separation Agreement or Judgement Entry Language 6. Explaining the QDRO to Your Client 7. Following Through with the Plan Administrator • Drafting QDROs for Defined Contribution Plans • Dividing Federal and Military Benefits
Pre-registration is required for lunch. You may register at the door for the seminar only.
COST: LCBA Member $55.00 Non-Member $75.00
*This total includes the $5 surcharge for credit card payments.
Lorain County Justice Center Jury Assembly Room 225 Court Street, 1st Floor Elyria, OH 44035
Mail Registrations to: LCBA 627 W Broad Street Elyria, OH 44035
Call for Credit Cards: 440-323-8416
Cancellation Policy: Individuals canceling up to 48 hours prior to the date of the seminar will be issued a credit for attending a future seminar. Those not attending or those leaving early will receive the course materials in full consideration of the seminar fee paid.