I've been divorced from my ex husband for 15 yrs and he is getting ready to retire from the military we were married for 12 yrs and he was in

What you get from his retirement is subject to negotiation.  It will be part of the property settlement, which includes any house, cars, cash, other accounts, etc. that you own.  The court requires an equitable disvision of property (which does not necessarily mean 50/50).   You will need to discuss the particular facts of your case with an attorney to determine what is in your best interest.   Donna Miller 515-245-4300 http://www.grefesidney.com/our-team/donna-miller/