MICHAEL G. LITTLE
Clearwater Office
(727) 461-1818
mikel@jpfirm.com


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Michael G. Little joined Johnson Pope in 1991, after receiving his Master of Laws in Taxation from the University of Florida College of Law, where he received the Florida Bar Tax Section Scholarship. While at the University of Florida College of Law, Michael served as a graduate assistant for Professor James J. Freeland. Prior to obtaining his law degree, Michael received a Bachelor of Science degree in accounting summa cum laude, from Florida State University.

Since joining the firm, Michael has represented many entities and individuals in business and tax matters. He concentrates his practice on business transactions with an emphasis on the tax aspects involved. His practice also focuses on life planning and estate planning for individuals, and encompasses both federal and state tax controversies. Michael represents many McDonald's franchisees as well as automobile dealers in Florida.

Michael is the author of an article entitled “Extra-Judicial Discussion of Taxpayer Information - The IRS Bully Block” which was published in the December 1991 issue of the Florida Law Review. Michael has worked on tax issues with several non-profit organizations including the Long Center, the Florida Orchestra, Morton Plant Mease Hospital Foundation, and the Performing Arts Center.

Michael is a member of the Florida Bar, and is currently a member of the Executive Council of the Florida Bar Tax Section, serving as Assistant Director of the Federal Tax Division and has served as Chair of the Committee on S Corporations for many years. He is also a member of the American Bar Association and Clearwater Bar Association.

Michael is also very involved in community service. He currently serves as Treasurer and as a member of the Board of Trustees of the Hospice Institute of the Florida Suncoast. He is the past Treasurer and member of the Board of Directors of the Clearwater Bar Association. He lectures frequently on tax and estate planning topics.

Michael is an avid golfer and enjoys travel and outdoor sporting activities. Michael and his wife have four daughters.

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