Ask the Lawyer received the following question (paraphrased for easier reading and clarity) from a reader on a legal matter that might be of interest to the entire audience. Q: When I retire, I will have worked over two years beyond the CSRS maximum pension computation formula of 42 years. I understand the overpayment will be refunded to me, however, as required by a court order my ex receives some of my pension. Does this mean when I receive the refund, my ex will get a portion of it? Is it possible to obtain my refund by means other than…
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Ask the Lawyer received the following question (paraphrased for easier reading and clarity) from a reader on a legal matter that might be of interest to the entire audience. Q: I have been notified that OPM made an overpayment to my FERS retirement. How do I know if I was actually overpaid and how do I fill out the financial questionnaire that was sent to me? A: I cannot answer your question with the information provided. OPM will attempt to recover erroneous payments. I do not know if OPM’s calculations are correct. The financial information request is most likely to…