It depends on the type of legal work that was done. Please read this IRS publication for further information.
For instance, according to the IRS, you can deduct:
- Fees that are ordinary and necessary expenses directly related to operating your business (should be entered on Form 1040, Schedule C).
- Fees for resolving tax issues, advice or preparation of tax forms related to your business (should be included on Form 1040, Schedule C).
- Fees for rentals or royalties on properties for which you earn income (should be included on Form 1040, Schedule E)
- Fees related to farm income and expenses (should be included on Form 1040, Schedule F).
- Fees related to whistleblower claims (should be included on Form 1040).
- Fees related to unlawful discrimination claims (should be included on Form 1040).
In your case, you mention you were in a lawsuit involving Misclassification of Uber Drivers as self-contractor. This sounds like a personal legal expense and is not deductible on your tax return.
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