“Justin brings a rare combination of technical tax depth and practical transactional insight that immediately strengthens our platform,” said Will Blair, partner and corporate, tax and transaction service line lead Schumacher.
Tampa, FL – Justin J. Wallace has joined Schumacher as a partner and tax lead, expanding his skills in tax-advantaged real estate and business transactions. With a unique practice focused on the tax considerations shaping complex deals, Justin helps clients execute transactions smoothly and strategically — positioning them for long-term growth and success.
“Justin brings a rare combination of technical tax depth and practical transactional insight that immediately strengthens our platform,” said Will Blair, partner and corporate, tax and transaction service line lead Schumacher. “His ability to structure complex real estate and corporate transactions with tax strategy enhances the value we provide to clients.”
Justin advises clients on the tax consequences of a wide range of corporate transactions, from formation and ownership structure to sales and restructuring. His experience spans C and S corporations, limited liability companies, and partnerships, enabling him to guide clients through decision points with clarity and foresight. By identifying potential tax implications early in the deal process, Justin helps clients mitigate risk, preserve value, and move into the next phase of their business with confidence.
On the real estate side of his practice, Justin creates and negotiates joint ventures and resolves tax and transactional issues arising within them. He also advises clients on a variety of real estate investment and transaction matters, including projects in eligible opportunity areas. His integrated approach—combining technical tax acumen with practical deal execution—strengthens Schumacher’s ability to provide comprehensive counsel to developers, investors, and business owners to rapidly execute sophisticated transactions.
“Justin’s extensive career spanning sophisticated mergers and acquisitions (M&A), real estate, and investment transactions will significantly enhance the value we deliver to our clients,” said Schumacher partner Nick Horner. “He couldn’t have joined us at a better time, as we saw an increase in deal complexity last year as acquirers began to incorporate preferred equity and other risk-mitigating strategies into their deal structures. Justin’s knowledge and experience not only helps us better navigate increasingly complex deals, but it also allows us to offer a strong corporate, task value to our client groups.”
In addition to his client work, Justin has a deep commitment to the legal profession. He has a long record of leadership in the Florida Bar Tax Section, where he currently serves as Co-Director of Section Administration. His previous roles include co-director of the Federal Tax Division, chair of the National Tax Moot Court Competition, and co-director of the State Tax Division. Through these positions, Justin has played a key role in guiding practitioners and shaping tax policy debates across the state.
“I am excited to join Schumacher and collaborate with a team that is committed to client service and strategic growth,” said Justin. “Tax considerations often drive the ultimate success of a transaction, and I look forward to helping clients navigate these complexities in a way that supports their long-term business objectives while contributing to the continued expansion of the firm’s capabilities.”
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