Monthly benefits are based on the formula specified in the Nevada Revised Statutes. PERS is exempt from the Qualified Domestic Relations Order.Nevada PERS vs Federal ERISA Law. For immediate assistance in designating or changing your beneficiary designation please call our Customer Service Center at 800-584-6001. ERISA bonds are a type of fidelity bond that protect participants and beneficiaries of employee benefit plans. Learn everything about them with our guide. One of the most important aspects of ERISA is the requirement that employee benefit plans must be funded and maintained in accordance with certain standards. If you have a 401(k) and want your spouse to be the beneficiary, you should still fill out a beneficiary designation form, naming your spouse. He has authored several books and articles on Family Law and retirement benefits issues, and was managing editor of the Nevada Family Law Practice Manual. Can reasonably identify the Beneficiary or Beneficiaries named in the designation.