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posted Oct 30, 2019 8:06:27 PM

Where can i claim legal fees paid for spousal and child care support

where in the tax program can I enter lawyer fees paid for spousal and child care support?

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New Member
Oct 30, 2019 8:06:28 PM

You can claim legal fees paid to collect, establish or increase the amount of support payments. 

In the left hand navigation bar choose Deductions and Credits.  From the drop down menu choose Other Deductions. On the Deduction Profile page choose Other Deductions (legal costs, etc).  On the following page enter the amount paid to collect, establish or increase your support payments.

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New Member
Oct 30, 2019 8:06:28 PM

You can claim legal fees paid to collect, establish or increase the amount of support payments. 

In the left hand navigation bar choose Deductions and Credits.  From the drop down menu choose Other Deductions. On the Deduction Profile page choose Other Deductions (legal costs, etc).  On the following page enter the amount paid to collect, establish or increase your support payments.

New Member
Oct 30, 2019 8:06:30 PM

perfect answer with clear instruction on where to enter the dollar amount. thank you.