David Gearhart, JD, CPA
Meet David, a dedicated family man, who recently relocated to Tampa with his wife, Mary Ellen. With his comprehensive expertise and unwavering dedication, David is your trusted ally in navigating the complexities of tax compliance and optimization for sustained business success.
David is a seasoned tax professional with a multifaceted approach. Holding titles such as CPA, MBA, and Attorney, he's licensed to practice law in Illinois, bringing a wealth of expertise to your business's tax needs.
David's journey encompasses corporate law, tax consulting, and commercial litigation. His corporate finance skills include analysis, forecasting, valuations, and project management. In public accounting, he served 250 clients across 30 industries, mastering complex tax returns and federal tax code research.
As a self-employed attorney, David advised on tax-free transactions under IRC Sections 351, 368, and 1031. He developed innovative tax reduction strategies for businesses, conducted thorough research, and traveled nationally for client engagements.
Transitioning to CPA firms, David managed field and office engagements, including preparing consolidated federal and state returns for a cable television corporation with substantial assets.