1041 is required but atty says no

[schirallicpa]

Gotta love it when the attorney makes the decision to not file the fiduciary return.  And then the client argues with you because "that's what the attorney said." GRRRRR.  The estate has over 11K of income!

[Medlin Software, Dennis]

If someone is paying a JD, and the JD has given a written opinion backed by E&O, then the JD can eat any and all costs if the item needs to be filed later. For your client, give your opinion as well, documenting the client refused to file the form.

I get something similar maybe once a week now (used to be multiple a day) that >2% S Corp shareholder/employees are fine reporting their company paid medical insurance only on a W2, when the las says it is wages (which means it has to be reported on constructive receipt, which is some amount every single paycheck. Similar with the owner/employees who pay themselves randomly, if at all, and not meeting what anyone would consider reasonable wages.

[jklcpa]

Do you know if the attorney is actually aware of the amount of income in the estate?

[Lee B]

Perhaps your client took what the attorney said "out of context" 

My clients have perfect memory

[Medlin Software, Dennis]

43 minutes ago, Lee B said:

My clients have perfect memory

Perfect. Some of mine think I am Carnac, as telling me they "can't" do something seems to be enough for me to conjure up the exact issue and resolution. 

[Lion EA]

Did the attorney say no Form 706 is needed? Or, Form 941? Get it in writing from your client.

If your client returns later for you to prepare a return, then charge the same or more per hour than their attorney!