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jothayer
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My wife was sued in regards to her services from a past client of hers. It cost us $4500 in Lawyers fees, Can we deduct this as legal fees in business expenses?

 
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JulieR
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My wife was sued in regards to her services from a past client of hers. It cost us $4500 in Lawyers fees, Can we deduct this as legal fees in business expenses?

Yes. These legal fees can be deducted as legal and professional service on Schedule C.

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JulieR
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My wife was sued in regards to her services from a past client of hers. It cost us $4500 in Lawyers fees, Can we deduct this as legal fees in business expenses?

Yes. These legal fees can be deducted as legal and professional service on Schedule C.

jothayer
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My wife was sued in regards to her services from a past client of hers. It cost us $4500 in Lawyers fees, Can we deduct this as legal fees in business expenses?

Thanks TurboTaxJulie!!
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