Atty. James Williams Goodwin II

Atty. James Williams Goodwin II

Mr. James Williams Goodwin II is a lawyer practicing business & corporate, mergers & acquisitions, tax & planning and 2 other areas of law.

Tampa Tampa 43 yrs experience 43 year
Call (656) 233-6587 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About James Williams Goodwin II at a glance

James Williams Goodwin II is a Shareholder, Past Chairman based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Macfarlane Ferguson & McMullen Professional Association. They have 43+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1983. Their practice focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, and tax. Admitted to practice in The Florida Bar Tax Business Trusts & Estates Hillsborough County Bar Association (1983) and Florida (1983). Educated at University of Florida (LL.M. Taxation, 1987) and Illinois Wesleyan University (B.S. Accounting, 1980). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of Bar Memberships The Florida Bar Tax Business Trusts & Estates Hillsborough County Bar Association Professional Memberships Leadership Tampa Alumni. Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Mr. James Williams Goodwin II is a lawyer practicing business & corporate, mergers & acquisitions, tax & planning and 2 other areas of law
  • James received a B.S. degree from Illinois Wesleyan University in 1980, and has been licensed for 43 years
  • James practices at Macfarlane Ferguson & McMullen Professional Association in Tampa, FL

Practice Areas Explained

James Williams Goodwin II's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases James Williams Goodwin II handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Trusts

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

James Williams Goodwin II is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in Florida →

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

James Williams Goodwin II is one of 501,317 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Florida →

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

James Williams Goodwin II is one of 316,149 real estate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse real estate attorneys in Florida →

Tax Law

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

James Williams Goodwin II is one of 85,302 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax 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 James Williams Goodwin II

Where is James Williams Goodwin II's law office located?
James Williams Goodwin II's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Macfarlane Ferguson & McMullen Professional Association. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does James Williams Goodwin II handle?
James Williams Goodwin II focuses on trusts, estate planning, business, real estate, tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
How long has James Williams Goodwin II practiced law?
James Williams Goodwin II has 43+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1983.
Where did James Williams Goodwin II go to law school?
James Williams Goodwin II earned their education at (LL.M. Taxation, 1987); (B.S. Accounting, 1980).
How can I contact James Williams Goodwin II for a consultation?
You can contact James Williams Goodwin II 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 James Williams Goodwin II received?
James Williams Goodwin II's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

LL.M. Taxation
University of Florida
- 1987
B.S. Accounting
Illinois Wesleyan University
- 1980

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

The Florida Bar Tax Business Trusts & Estates Hillsborough County Bar Association
Admitted: 1983
Florida
Admitted: 1983

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