In my experience the amount you are entitled to is half of the increase the portfolios experienced DURING the course of the marriage,up to the actual date of the separation order. So, if the account was worth $10000 on your wedding day; and then worth $15000 on the date of your separation order, you would be entitled to half of $5000. That amount would be factored into your ED.
Dear mrs_kapow:
Greetings. It would not affect his years of service, but would just distribute the funds due to you when he retires (if it is the pension account). Thank you.
Janet L. Fritts
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Good evening,
My question is concerning my husband’s retirement accounts. We have been separated since April 2005. He has one with the State of NC and one with Prudential. The one with the State has to do with years of service as well. If I was to request/be awarded 1/2 of this account in equitable distribution claim, do you whether or not it would affect his years of service as well?
Thanks