John M. Sakellarides

John M. Sakellarides is a Florida estate planning, probate administration, and tax attorney with more than 25 years of legal experience. He is the founder and owner of John M. Sakellarides, P.A. in Clearwater. He focuses exclusively on helping clients prepare estate plans, administer estates, and resolve disputes involving the Internal Revenue Service. He provides straightforward advice, personal attention, and close communication throughout each matter.

John earned his LL.M. in Taxation from the University of Florida Levin College of Law in 1993. He earned his J.D. from Capital University Law School in 1992, where he received Order of the Curia recognition. He completed his B.A. at the University of South Florida in 1987. He was admitted to The Florida Bar in 1993. He is also a member of its Tax Section and Real Property, Probate and Trust Law Section.

John assists clients with estates ranging from modest holdings to substantial estates involving complicated assets. He helps clients determine whether a trust would support their goals and circumstances. He also helps clients establish appropriate trusts when they decide to include one in their estate plans. He draws on his tax background to address complex issues that may arise during estate planning or probate administration.

John represents clients in many types of IRS disputes, including matters that other professionals may not routinely handle. He carefully reviews each tax problem and develops a strategy based on the client’s needs and objectives. He works to identify practical solutions while explaining the legal process, possible costs, and available options. He uses flat fees when appropriate and explains hourly billing arrangements when a matter requires them.

John M. Sakellarides combines focused tax knowledge with extensive experience in estate planning and probate administration. He helps clients understand complicated legal and financial matters without unnecessary confusion. He remains accessible when questions or concerns arise and works to prevent unexpected legal fees. He offers free initial consultations and provides practical guidance tailored to each client’s estate, tax circumstances, and long-term priorities.

Law Office Affiliations

• Founder & Owner, John M. Sakellarides, P.A.
• Member, Florida Bar, Tax, & Real Property, Probate and Trust Sections

Licensed State

• Florida

Education

• University of Florida Levin College of Law
  LLM in Taxation
• Capital University Law School
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of South Florida
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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