Christopher R. Dingman

Christopher R. Dingman is a tax, corporate, and trusts and estates attorney at Johnson Pope Bokor Ruppel & Burns, LLP. His practice focuses on advising high-net-worth individuals, closely held businesses, family offices, private foundations, and real estate holding families on complex tax planning, wealth transfer strategies, and transactional matters where precision, creativity, and discretion are essential. He also maintains practices in tax controversy and aviation tax planning, representing clients in connection with the purchase, sale, ownership, and operation of private aircraft.

Chris combines a deep technical command of tax and accounting principles with a practical, solutions-oriented mindset that allows him to help clients move beyond compliance and toward better long-term results. Chris is frequently engaged in matters involving significant financial exposure, sensitive family dynamics, and heightened privacy concerns.

Education

• University of Florida Levin College of Law, LL.M. 
• University of Florida Levin College of Law, J.D., cum laude
• University of Florida, B.S., Accounting

Courts & Admissions

• Florida
• U.S. Court of Appeals for the Eleventh Circuit
• U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida 
• U.S. Tax Court

Awards & Recognitions

• Best Lawyers in America® ‘Ones to Watch,” Closely Held Companies and Family Business Law; Litigation and Controversy – Tax; Tax Law; Trust and Estates (2021 – Present)
• Super Lawyers® Rising Star, 2017 – Present

Affiliations

• Hillsborough County Bar Association, Tax Section
  • Former Chair
• The Florida Bar, Tax Section
  • Member
• National Business Aviation Association
  • Member
• Tampa Bay Estate Planning Counsel
  • Board Member

Civic & Charitable

• Crisis Center of Tampa Bay (Member of the Legacy Council)

When He’s Not working Hard for Clients

Outside of work, Chris spends most of his time with his wife, Paige, and their two children, who keep him busy and grounded. He and his wife enjoy traveling together whenever schedules allow, and family time is a priority.