Lost Pension Plans
Authored By:
Iowa Legal Aid
Question: I worked for ABC Company for about 15 years from 1985 to 2000. It had a pension plan and when I left they told me I was vested and could begin receiving benefits when I was 65. I am almost 65 and am having trouble finding the plan. I recently learned ABC Company was sold about 10 years ago and the company that bought them later went out of business. How can I find the plan and start getting my benefits?
Answer:

If your plan was not terminated, it is possible it is being administered by a different company. Iowa Legal Aid may be able to help locate this plan.
For help in finding a “Lost Pension” or for other questions about pensions or retirement plans, contact Iowa Legal Aid’s Pension Rights Project at 800-992-8161.
Last Review and Update: May 27, 2020