Description
Transform your expertise into a powerful revenue enhancer with the Certified QDRO Specialist (CQS) designation. Whether you’re incorporating QDRO services into your existing practice or pursuing it full-time for attorney clients, this session will show you how to become an invaluable asset in the world of divorce and retirement benefit division.
Learning Objectives
1. Mastering QDROs: Dive into the essentials of Qualified Domestic Relations Orders (QDROs) with a comprehensive four-module certification program, covering everything from their history to expert-level drafting techniques. 2. Reducing Liability: Learn strategies to minimize liability for both you and the attorneys who retain you, whether you prepare QDROs directly or consult on their review. 3. Strategic Guidance for Clients: Discover how to guide clients on key decisions, like whether to divide a retirement plan by QDRO or use offsets to achieve optimal outcomes. 4. Settlement Agreements and Expert Testimony: Gain critical insights into the importance of settlement language and how to provide compelling expert witness testimony. 5. Expanding Your Expertise: From private-sector retirement plans to federal and military pensions, position yourself as a genuine court-recognized expert on QDROs.