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Grand Ledge Tax Information

Are You Concerned About Independent Contractor Tax?

As a self-employed independent contractor you are required to pay taxes on your income and taxes that go towards government programs such as Social Security and Medicare. Taxes can be complicated and intimidating for most people to understand. Work with a Grand Ledge independent contractor tax attorney who can advise you on your tax obligations and assist you in filing to correct forms and payments.

Independent Contractor Tax Obligations and Deductions

When you work for yourself you must regularly pay income and social services taxes just like people who work for employers. However, independent contractors can deduct business expenses before being taxes on their net profits. Keep track of your earnings, job-related expenses and use the assistance of a tax attorney to get your tax obligations in order.

Best Time to Seek Legal Help

No matter what your legal issue may be, it is always best to seek legal help early in the process. An attorney can help secure what is likely to be the best possible outcome for your situation and avoid both unnecessary complications or errors.

Top Questions to Ask a Lawyer

• What is the usual process to resolve my case? How long will it take to resolve this?
• What are likely outcomes of a case like mine? What should I expect?

An experienced lawyer should be able to communicate a basic "road map" on how to proceed. The lawyer should be able to walk you through the anticipated process, key considerations, and potential pitfalls to avoid. Once you've laid out the facts of your situation to the lawyer, he/she should be able to frame expectations and likely scenarios to help you understand your legal issue.

How to Find the Right Attorney

• Determine the area of law that relates to your issue. Attorneys specialize in specific practice areas around legal issues within the broad field of law.
• Seek out recommendations from friends, family, and colleagues. A successful attorney or practice will typically have many satisfied clients.
• Set up consultation appointments to get a better understanding of your case as well as gauge your comfort level with different attorneys. Find the attorney who is the right fit for your needs.

Common legal terms explained

Plaintiff - a person or party who brings a lawsuit against another person(s) or party/parties in a court of law. Private persons or parties can only file suit in civil court.

Judgment - A decision of the court. Also known as a decree or order. Judgments handed down by the court are usually binding on the parties before the court.

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