IRS Representation • Joint Return Protection

Innocent Spouse Tax Relief — end unfair joint liability

If your spouse (or ex) caused tax problems you didn’t know about or couldn’t control, you may qualify for relief under IRC §6015. We evaluate eligibility, build your case, and file the claim for you.

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§6015

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What it is

Relief from someone else’s tax mistakes

Joint filers are generally both liable. Innocent Spouse provisions can remove or reallocate liability when you didn’t know—or couldn’t reasonably know—about understatements, or when it’s inequitable to hold you responsible.

How our process works

When to call us

IRS balance from your ex/spouse’s actions

Unreported income, improper credits/deductions, or fraud you didn’t know about.

Financial abuse or control

Limited access to records or finances made it unreasonable to know or prevent errors.

Divorced or separated

You filed jointly, but you’re now apart and being pursued for your ex’s mistakes.

Relief types under §6015

Innocent Spouse Relief — §6015(b)

Removes your liability for an understatement you didn’t know about and had no reason to know at the time of signing the return.

Separation of Liability — §6015(c)

Allocates the liability between you and your (former) spouse when you are divorced, legally separated, or not living together.

Equitable Relief — §6015(f)

When neither (b) nor (c) applies, but it’s unfair to hold you liable based on your facts (hardship, abuse, lack of benefit, etc.).

Process

Our §6015 claim process

Free consultation. Review your story, notices, and marital/tax history.
Eligibility analysis. Map facts to §6015(b)/(c)/(f) criteria and select the path.
Evidence build. Draft your statement, compile exhibits, and prepare Form 8857.
Filing & follow-up. Submit your claim, monitor deadlines, and address IRS requests.
Appeals if needed. If denied or partially allowed, we escalate to Appeals with stronger grounds.

FAQs

Do I qualify if I benefited from the understatement?

Significant benefit can affect eligibility. We evaluate whether any benefit was normal household support versus an unusual windfall.

What if I filed separately?

§6015 applies to joint returns. If you filed separately, we’ll explore other relief (OIC, CNC, abatements, or appeals).

Will my spouse/ex be contacted?

The IRS generally contacts the other party for fairness and due process. We manage communications and protect your privacy within IRS rules.

How long does relief take?

Several months is common, depending on case complexity and appeals. We keep your claim on track and documented.

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Tell us your story in a confidential call. We respond within one business day.

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