can I deduct legal expences related to starting a trust?

captaincannon810 · ‎February 2, 2026

ThomasM125 · ‎February 2, 2026

Legal expenses associated with a trust formed for personal purposes are not tax deductible.

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xmasbaby0 · ‎February 2, 2026

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CAN I DEDUCT LEGAL FEES

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