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Atty. Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis

Atty. Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis

Vit Gulbis brings an emphasis in tax and business planning to his representation of closely-held businesses and professional practices. His practice integrates the personal and estate tax planning concerns of business owners with business planning.

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Profile Summary

About Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis at a glance

Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis is a tax attorney based in Tampa, Florida, practicing at Johnson, Pope, Bokor, Ruppel & Burns LLP. Admitted to practice in Florida, The Florida Bar, New York, The New York State Bar, Tennessee, The Tennessee Bar, and Florida, American Bar Association. Educated at University of Rochester (M.B.A., 1984) and University of Minnesota (J.D. cum laude, 1980). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law (2026), Best Lawyers in America — Awards: (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell (2026). Serands clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Vit Gulbis brings an emphasis in tax and business planning to his representation of closely-held businesses and professional practices
  • His practice integrates the personal and estate tax planning concerns of business owners with business planning
  • He has represented closely-held businesses throughout their life cycle
  • He is experienced in the corporate governance and financial concerns of small businesses, and regularly represents clients in their merger and acquisition and financing transactions
  • In addition, Vit regularly represents tax-exempt organizations, including private foundations, in their organization, operation and mergers or reorganizations

Practice Areas Explained

Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis 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.

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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 Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis

Where is Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis's law office located?
Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis's law practice is located in Tampa, Florida. The firm is Johnson, Pope, Bokor, Ruppel & Burns LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis handle?
Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis focuses on tax. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Florida.
Where did Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis go to law school?
Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis earned their education at (M.B.A., 1984); (J.D. cum laude, 1980); (LL.M. in Taxation).
How can I contact Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis for a consultation?
You can contact Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis 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 Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis received?
Vitauts M. "Vit" Gulbis's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law; Best Lawyers in America — Awards:; Best Lawyers in America — AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell; Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America.

Practice Areas

Education

M.B.A.
University of Rochester
- 1984
J.D. cum laude
University of Minnesota
- 1980
LL.M. in Taxation
University of Florida
- In Progress
B.A.
University of Minnesota Duluth
- In Progress

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Tax Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — AV Rated by Martindale-Hubbell
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — The Best Lawyers in America
- 2026

Bar Admissions

Florida, The Florida Bar
New York, The New York State Bar
Tennessee, The Tennessee Bar
Florida, American Bar Association

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