Legal Question in Social Security Law in New Mexico

social security benefit

I was divorce in 1995, 11 years ago. I was married for 22 years before that. Can I get retirement benefit from my exhusband?


Asked on 11/11/06, 1:03 pm

1 Answer from Attorneys
H.M. Torrey The Law Offices of H.M. Torrey

Re: social security benefit

Yes, you should be entitled to your community property interest in your former spouse's 401K or other retirement benefits plan. However, you would need to have a QDRO (qualified domestic relations order) drafted and approved by the court of record. For prompt, affordable legal assistance in this very important matter, contact us directly for a free phone consultation.

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Answered on 11/11/06, 7:22 pm


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