Alimony not Deductible Unless it Meets all Requirements Under the Law

On his tax return for 2011, Michael Muniz deducted $45,000 as alimony paid to his ex-wife.  The IRS subsequently audited Muniz’ tax return and disallowed the deduction, finding that the payment did not qualify as deductible alimony. Muniz filed suit…

November 16, 2016