Can I claim the $1800 on my tax return that I spent this year on my attorney?

to file chapter 7 bankruptcy as a legal expense/deduction?

No. If part of that fee was for tax prep services or tax advice AND was billed separately as such, that part is deductible. The portion of the fee for the BK action is not tax deductible.

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No. If he showed an amount on his bill separately that was for tax advice, it's possible although not likely that you might be able to deduct that portion.

Only the portion of legal fees that are related to taxes can be written off.

NO! You spent too much by the way, I did mine for $800!