If you e-filed first this year, then if she tries to claim you as a dependent, her e-file will be rejected, and she will need to file by mail, which is significantly longer this year as the IRS still has a large backlog of paper returns from last year. And vice versa, if she e-filed first, you will need to file your return by mail. This situation happens frequently, and the IRS is accustomed to resolving this question.
After the IRS receives both forms, they may make an adjustment and send a letter explaining the change and an appeal process.
Or they may request more information, and the letter will explain what they want, when they want it, and what happens if they do not hear back. It should be very specific.
Just to be sure, please review this TurboTax Help article with a quick checklist to see if you might be a qualifying relative for your mother. Qualifying Dependents
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