Asked in Family Law, Tax Law and Child Custody for Illinois

Q: My son's biological father claimed him on taxes this year. He saw my son for 2 hours all of 2017. He hasn't seen him

His dad burned him and abandoned him now claimed him on his taxes he's 3 years old. I want his rights taken away and I want to know how to stop the whole tax thing

2 Lawyer Answers
James G. Ahlberg
James G. Ahlberg
Answered
  • Divorce Lawyer
  • Rochelle, IL
  • Licensed in Illinois

A: Hire a lawyer. Take him to court. That's the only way.

Linda Simmons Campbell
Linda Simmons Campbell
Answered
  • Tax Law Lawyer
  • Burlington, CT

A: You will need to hire an attorney to terminate his rights. If you had full physical custody and there is no agreement in place allowing him to take your son on his taxes then you should file a paper return claiming your son and send a letter explaining that he lived with you full-time, etc. The IRS will then investigate and you will both be asked to provide documentation. If it gets confusing or overwhelming you will need to contact a tax attorney.

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