Atty. William M. Sharp Sr.

Atty. William M. Sharp Sr.

William M. Sharp Sr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of International Trade and Finance Law, Litigation and Controversy - Tax and Tax Law.

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Profile Summary

About William M. Sharp Sr. at a glance

William M. Sharp Sr. is a tax, tax litigation, and international attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Holland & Knight LLP. Educated at Indiana University Maurer School of Law (J.D., 1982). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — International Trade and Finance Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026). Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • William M. Sharp Sr. is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of International Trade and Finance Law, Litigation and Controversy - Tax and Tax Law
  • William M., who practices law in Tampa, Florida, has been recognized since 2005
  • This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which William M. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area

Practice Areas Explained

William M. Sharp Sr.'s Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William M. Sharp Sr. handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Tax Law

Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.

William M. Sharp Sr. is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Florida →

Tax Litigation

William M. Sharp Sr. is one of 3,110 tax litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax litigation attorneys in Florida →

International Law

International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.

William M. Sharp Sr. is one of 40,133 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in Florida →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Florida

Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Tampa are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about William M. Sharp Sr.

Where is William M. Sharp Sr.'s law office located?
William M. Sharp Sr.'s law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Holland & Knight LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does William M. Sharp Sr. handle?
William M. Sharp Sr. focuses on tax, tax litigation, international. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did William M. Sharp Sr. go to law school?
William M. Sharp Sr. earned their education at (J.D., 1982).
How can I contact William M. Sharp Sr. for a consultation?
You can contact William M. Sharp Sr. directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has William M. Sharp Sr. received?
William M. Sharp Sr.'s notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — International Trade and Finance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax; Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Lawyer of the Year — International Trade and Finance Law (Tampa); Lawyer of the Year — International Trade and Finance Law (Tampa).

Education

J.D.
Indiana University Maurer School of Law
- 1982

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — International Trade and Finance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Litigation and Controversy - Tax
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — International Trade and Finance Law (Tampa)
- 2021
Lawyer of the Year — International Trade and Finance Law (Tampa)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — International Trade and Finance Law (Tampa)
- 2017
Lawyer of the Year — International Trade and Finance Law (Tampa)
- 2015

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