Innocent Spouse Relief

Should not be held liable for your spouse or former spouse's tax errors? You may qualify for Innocent Spouse Relief. We help you build and file your case with the IRS.

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Relief From Joint Tax Liability

When you file a joint tax return, both spouses are jointly and severally liable for the full amount of tax, penalties, and interest. This means the IRS can collect the entire tax debt from either spouse, regardless of who earned the income or caused the error.

If your spouse or former spouse created a tax problem that you did not know about or had no reason to know about, Innocent Spouse Relief may protect you from liability.

Types of Spousal Relief

Innocent Spouse Relief (IRC 6015(b)): Relieves you of liability if your spouse understated tax due to erroneous items and you did not know, and had no reason to know, of the understatement.

Separation of Liability (IRC 6015(c)): Allocates the understatement between you and your spouse based on who was responsible for each item. Available if you are divorced, separated, or have lived apart for 12 months.

Equitable Relief (IRC 6015(f)): A catch-all provision for cases that do not qualify under the other two types but where it would be unfair to hold you liable.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common Questions About Innocent Spouse Relief

Who qualifies for Innocent Spouse Relief?

You may qualify if you filed a joint return with an understatement of tax attributable to your spouse, you did not know and had no reason to know about the understatement when you signed the return, and it would be unfair to hold you liable.

Can I get relief if I am still married?

Yes. You do not need to be divorced or separated to apply for Innocent Spouse Relief under IRC 6015(b) or Equitable Relief under 6015(f). However, Separation of Liability under 6015(c) requires you to be divorced, separated, or living apart.