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How do i report my attorneys fees as part of my 1099-misc form?

To deduct legal fees, you must itemize deductions on Schedule A, and the sum total of your miscellaneous deductions including your legal fees must exceed 2% of your Adjusted Gross Income.

To enter your attorney fees:

  • Type in legal expenses, deduction in the search box, top right of your screen, then click the magnifying glass

  • Click the jump to legal expenses, deduction link in the search results.

  • Follow the onscreen instructions to enter

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How do i report my attorneys fees as part of my 1099-misc form?

To deduct legal fees, you must itemize deductions on Schedule A, and the sum total of your miscellaneous deductions including your legal fees must exceed 2% of your Adjusted Gross Income.

To enter your attorney fees:

  • Type in legal expenses, deduction in the search box, top right of your screen, then click the magnifying glass

  • Click the jump to legal expenses, deduction link in the search results.

  • Follow the onscreen instructions to enter

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