Legal Question in Family Law in Virginia
Alimony
Can a spouse be forced to obtain funds from their 401K plan to pay alimony?
Asked on 4/03/07, 7:33 pm
2 Answers from Attorneys
Ruth Emily Kochard
Ruth Emily Kochard, Counselor at Law
Re: Alimony
Yes, a 401k may be distributed via alimony.
Answered on 4/03/07, 8:59 pm
Michael Hendrickson
Law Office Michael E. Hendrickson
Re: Alimony
The spouse can be required under possible contempt of court to pay the alimony, but the source of the funds for such payment is up to the spouse. No court will require that the obligor for the support draw the funds from any particular source.
Answered on 4/03/07, 10:11 pm