This document discusses common mistakes made with qualified domestic relations orders (QDROs) and how to avoid them. Some key mistakes include failing to discover all employee benefit plans the spouse may be participating in, not preparing the QDRO before the final hearing, and not addressing important issues related to the specific plans in the divorce decree. It is important to obtain documentation about any plans early, incorporate the prepared QDRO into the settlement agreement, and have procedures to ensure the plan administrator qualifies the QDRO. Addressing these issues can prevent problems later on.