The law firm that represented my group in the suit against the FAA sent me a letter that states that their legal fees could be deducted from the gross amount indicated on my 1099 MISC, Box 3. Because the suit was for back wages AND against the Federal Government it is one of the instances where legal fees are still deductible "above the line". I understand exactly what they are saying but using TurboTax I cannot figure out how to enter the adjustment. Receiving the "above the line" adjustment saves me around $1000 in taxes. Any help appreciate.
