On October 7, 2008, the United States Supreme Court will hear oral argument on an appeal from the 5th Circuit of critical importance to matrimonial lawyers and to divorcing or divorced spouses subject to a Qualified Domestic Relations Order ("QDRO"). The issue presented is whether a spousal waiver of the right to receive benefits from an ex-spouse's pension is valid and effective without execution and entry of a QDRO, under the Employee Retirement Income Security Act [ERISA]. Kennedy v. Plan Adm. for DuPont Savings (07-636); September 23, 2008.
