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Edited version of your written advice
Authorisation Number: 1051419595435
Date of advice: 22 August 2018
Ruling
Subject: Legal expenses
Question
Are you entitled to a deduction for legal expenses you incurred?
Answer
Yes.
It is accepted these legal expenses were incurred in respect of a workplace dispute and therefore deductible.
This ruling applies for the following period:
Year ending 30 June 2018
The scheme commences on:
1 July 2017
Relevant facts and circumstances
You were involved in a workplace dispute with your employer.
You engaged legal representation to assist resolve the dispute thus incurring legal expenses for this representation.
Relevant legislative provisions
Income Tax Assessment Act 1997 Section 8-1