Blake Carl, Personal Injury Attorney in St Petersburg, Florida
Over 20 years of legal practice · focused on Personal Injury, Securities, and Slip & Fall · 4.6/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Trial AttorneyatMorgan & Morgan
St Petersburg, FL
Practicing personal injury in St Petersburg since 2006.
- 20+
- Years practicing
- 4.6 ★
- 2 client reviews
- 5
- Bar admissions
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Blake Carl is a trial attorney based in St. Petersburg, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Securities, and Slip & Fall. Blake has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
- Based in
- St. Petersburg, FL
- Experience
- over 20 years
- Known for
- Personal Injury · Securities · Slip & Fall
- Handles Personal Injury, Securities, and Slip & Fall matters from St. Petersburg, FL.
- Over 20 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Peer Reviewed.
About Blake Carl: Blake Carl is a trial attorney based in St. Petersburg, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Securities, and Slip & Fall. Blake has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Areas of practice
Legal matters Blake takes on
Blake concentrates on personal injury, securities, and slip & fall. Each area below outlines the kind of case Blake handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Personal Injury
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Securities
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Slip & Fall
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Personal Injury cases in St Petersburg, Florida
Blake takes personal injury matters in St Petersburg, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Blake agrees to represent you.
Securities cases in St Petersburg, Florida
Blake takes securities matters in St Petersburg, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Blake agrees to represent you.
Slip & Fall cases in St Petersburg, Florida
Blake takes slip & fall matters in St Petersburg, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Blake agrees to represent you.
Biography
Meet Blake Carl — personal injury lawyer in St Petersburg
Blake Carl is a trial attorney based in St. Petersburg, FL. The practice focuses on Personal Injury, Securities, and Slip & Fall. Blake has over 20 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Morgan & Morgan. Rated 4.6 out of 5 from 2 client reviews.
Prior to relocating to the Tampa Bay area in early 2024, Blake spent his entire 17-year legal career as a general practice trial attorney in Georgia, trying cases all over metro-Atlanta. Blake has tried numerous bench and jury trials in all courts, in and around Metro-Atlanta, including the Northern District of Georgia Federal Court. He has tried family law cases, criminal cases, personal injury cases, probate cases and general civil litigation cases throughout his career. Blake has also successfully handled numerous appeals and has argued before the Georgia Supreme Court and Georgia Court of Appeals. Blake recently joined Morgan & Morgan - St. Petersburg office, to dedicate 100% of his practice to helping those who have been injured.
Blake grew up in Gainesville, Georgia, and graduated cum laude from the University of South Carolina in 2003. In 2006, he received both a Juris Doctor and Bachelor of Civil Law degree from the Louisiana State University Law Center.
Blake became a member of the Georgia Bar Association in 2006, and is currently admitted to practice in the Georgia Court of Appeals, the Georgia Supreme Court, the U.S. District Court of the Northern District of Georgia and the U.S. Court of Federal Claims. In September, 2010, he was admitted to practice law in South Carolina, and is licensed to practice in all Circuit Courts, Courts of Equity, the South Carolina Court of Appeals, and the South Carolina Supreme Court. In 2023, Blake was admitted to practice law in the state of Florida.
Blake, his wife, son, daughter, and their two dogs reside in St. Petersburg, Florida, where he is excited to begin exploring all that Tampa Bay has to offer and getting involved in the local community. Outside of the practice of law, Blake enjoys spending time with family and friends, watching sporting events, cooking on his Big Green Egg and traveling. Blake is an avid fan of the University of South Carolina Gamecocks and the Atlanta Braves.
Awards & Recognitions
•U.S. News and World Report, Best Lawyers in America, 2021 - 2024 (2022 Lawyer of the year - Metro Atlanta - Family Law)
•Georgia Super Lawyers, Rising Star, 2016-2020
•Georgia Super Lawyers, 2023, 2024
•Former Partner at Tier 1 U.S. News and World Report rated law firm.
Blake's approach to personal injury cases
Prior to relocating to the Tampa Bay area in early 2024, Blake spent his entire 17-year legal career as a general practice trial attorney in Georgia, trying cases all over metro-Atlanta. Blake has tried numerous bench and jury trials in all courts, in and around Metro-Atlanta, including the Northern District of Georgia Federal Court. He has tried family law cases, criminal cases, personal injury…
Clients Blake works with
Blake reviews new inquiries case-by-case for personal injury, securities, and slip & fall matters in St Petersburg and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Education, bar admissions, and languages
Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center
J.D. Louisiana · 2006
University of South Carolina
B.A. History · 2003
Jurisdictions
Blake's state bar admissions
Florida
2023 · ACTIVE
Florida Courts Supre
2023 · ACTIVE
South Carolina
2010 · ACTIVE
Supreme Court
2010 · ACTIVE
Georgia Courts
2006 · ACTIVE
Blake studied at J.D. Louisiana in Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center and B.A. History in University of South Carolina.
Law school and academic background
Blake completed J.D. Louisiana in Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center and B.A. History in University of South Carolina. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Blake runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Recognition and thought leadership
Blake has received 1 formal recognition from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Peer Reviewed
Legal awards and honors
Peer Reviewed.
Affiliations
Blake's professional memberships and bar associations
Cobb County Bar Association Georgia Bar Association Atlanta Bar Association American Bar Association Georgia Trial Lawyers Association South Carolina Bar Association Florida Bar Association St
membership
Petersburg Bar Association
membership
Locations
Blake Carl's office in St. Petersburg
Blake's primary office is at 111 2nd Avenue NE Suite 1600, St. Petersburg, FL, 33701. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Client feedback
Client reviews of Blake Carl — 4.6/5 rating from 2 verified client reviews
Every review below is from a verified client of Blake. Reviews cover communication, case outcome, and value — the three signals that matter most when comparing personal injury attorneys in St Petersburg.
4.6
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How to hire Blake Carl — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new personal injury attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Blake usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Blake charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Blake's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Blake will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a personal injury attorney in St Petersburg, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many personal injury matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Blake
Blake discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in personal injury practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every personal injury matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Blake confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Blake's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many personal injury practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Blake Carl
How much does it cost to hire Blake for a personal injury case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Blake walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Blake offer a free consultation?
Blake charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Blake's office. Some personal injury attorneys offer free consults — check Blake's current terms during booking.
How long do personal injury cases in Florida typically take?
Simple personal injury matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Blake gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Blake take my case if I'm outside St Petersburg?
Blake is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Blake will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Blake?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Blake will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Blake accepting new personal injury clients right now?
Blake's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Personal Injury attorneys serving St Petersburg, Miami and Tampa in Florida
Blake handles personal injury matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified personal injury attorneys in that community.
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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