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.
International Trade and Finance Law & More Attorney · Serving Tampa, FL
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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). Serves clients in Tampa, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About 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
- 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 Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases William M. Sharp Sr. handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Tampa.
Tax Law in Tampa
Tax attorneys handle IRS audits, tax debt, international tax, estate planning, and tax court litigation.
William M. Sharp Sr. is one of 84,606 tax attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax attorneys in Florida →
Tax Litigation in Tampa
William M. Sharp Sr. is one of 3,087 tax litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse tax litigation attorneys in Florida →
International Law in Tampa
International law attorneys for cross-border transactions, trade, foreign investment, and treaties.
William M. Sharp Sr. is one of 39,787 international attorneys indexed nationally. Browse international attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Tampa
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 venue, 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.
Tampa Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Tampa-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Tampa Choose William M. Sharp Sr.
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish William M. Sharp Sr.'s practice in the field of tax, tax litigation, and international.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering tax, tax litigation, and international, William M. Sharp Sr. can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Tampa
A Tampa-based practice means William M. Sharp Sr. attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues William M. Sharp Sr. Handles in Tampa
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