The application filing period begins July 1st of each year and continues through the filing deadline of August 31st of the same year. If your application is approved by the Committee and the BLSE, you may be eligible to sit for the examination generally given in March . Demonstrate substantial involvement in the practice of tax law during the five years immediately preceding the date of application. Submit the names of five attorneys who can attest to your reputation for knowledge, skills, proficiency and substantial involvement in the field of tax law. Pass a written examination demonstrating special knowledge, skills and proficiency in tax law.
Certification is granted for five years.
To be recertified, requirements similar to those for initial certification must be met. The examination consists two mandatory essays and a third essay chosen from a menu of preselected topics. The activity must provide detailed analysis of statutory, administrative, judicial pronouncements affecting substantive or procedural tax matters of an advanced nature. The Florida Bar Board of Legal Specialization and Education operates under the authority of the Supreme Court of Florida. The certification program and any supporting materials or activities are not funded by the general revenues of The Florida Bar.