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Innocent Spouse Protection and Relief
Whether you are married, going through a divorce, or divorced, you are liable to the IRS for any joint returns you may have filed during the course of marriage. Unfortunately, anyone who has gone through a divorce knows that debt obligations incurred during marriage do not disappear. This is especially true of tax liabilities. Do not let a divorce decree lull you into a false sense of security. The IRS can still hold you liable for your former spouse’s actions.
However, under the innocent spouse law an innocent spouse will not be
held liable for the fraudulent actions of their spouse or former spouse. The innocent spouse defense can be brought against
liens, levies, wage garnishments and more. A
successful innocent spouse defense can relieve you of the responsibility for paying tax,
interest and penalties.
The IRS has set up strict criteria that must be met to receive any innocent spouse relief. As an attorney, John Sterbick will be able to help you navigate through the various requirements to obtain relief. He will also help you meet the evidentiary burdens needed to establish innocent spouse protection. You should not have to fight the IRS alone.