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Lenny has a long criminal history (don't ask about his and Tim's horse-stealing escapades). In 2021, after years of investigation, Lenny was connected to the

Lenny has a long criminal history (don't ask about his and Tim's horse-stealing  escapades). In 2021, after years of investigation, Lenny was connected to the infamous "Murder on Music Row" in Nashville in 1999. Lenny hired an attorney, George Jackson, to defend him. Lenny paid an upfront fee of $55,000 (outrageous, but George is pretty sure Lenny is guilty) plus an $800/hour hourly fee. There were no hourly charges in 2021.
Where and how would I put this into the federal income tax return? Explan.

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