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You're going to law school? LOL I would like to be a fly on the wall to hear what the first lawyer you work for says to a question like this. Perhaps a spicy form of "what did we hire you for?" Next time, at least give us a clue that you cracked a book but were unsuccessful.
Assuming he is a resident under the substantial presence test, you can elect to file jointly with him, & then your tuition & fees can be used for a deduction/learning credit on the joint return. He cannot claim you as a dependent because you are likely not a resident under tax law due to the student visa.
Definitely see a professional tax preparer with some international experience. A tax treaty may also be relevant.
Assuming he is a resident under the substantial presence test, you can elect to file jointly with him, & then your tuition & fees can be used for a deduction/learning credit on the joint return. He cannot claim you as a dependent because you are likely not a resident under tax law due to the student visa.
Definitely see a professional tax preparer with some international experience. A tax treaty may also be relevant.
True, though there are circumstances where a taxpayer may claim a spouse's personal exemption on a married filing separate return, which is functionally the same thing.
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