Unhappy Together: Avoiding Joint Tax Liability by Claiming Duress, or Innocent and Injured Spouse Relief

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Recorded On: 11/19/2019

Divorce is one of life’s most stressful events. During a divorce proceeding, attorneys and clients focus on custody, division of assets, even issues of domestic violence. By comparison, a divorcing couple’s tax return may seem unimportant. That’s unfortunate, since the tax return can result in substantial liability. It did for Victoria’s client, and it might for yours. Based on an actual case, this presentation demonstrates how to avoid or sever joint tax liability, with special attention to issues of abuse, including:

  • What part might the tax return play in a larger negotiating strategy?
  • If one party signed a return under duress, is that party jointly and severally liable for the tax?
  • If there’s joint liability, what types of innocent and injured spouse relief are available?
  • How can I help my client seek relief?
  • What’s the time frame for seeking relief?

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