Blake Gaylord

Blake Gaylord

Tampa, FL recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020
Gaylord Merlin Ludovici & Diaz

5 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law

Biography

Blake Gaylord is a partner practicing in the field of eminent domain and property rights. He has successfully represented property owners statewide in jury trials, bench trials, and administrative and Value Adjustment Board proceedings. Prior to joining the firm, Blake served as an officer in the U.S. Army where he was deployed in both Operation Iraqi Freedom (Kuwait) and Operation Enduring Freedom (Afghanistan). Professionally, he has served as the Chairman of the Eminent Domain Committee of the Florida Bar (2020-2021). He is a member of the Million Dollar Advocates Forum, has been recognized by numerous trade publications for his accomplishments in the field of eminent domain law and regularly lectures on eminent domain topics at the CLE International Eminent Domain Annual Conference.
Gaylord Merlin Ludovici & Diaz

5 Best Lawyers awards

Gaylord Merlin Ludovici & Diaz logo

Overview

  • Stetson University, J.D., graduated 2007
  • Stetson University, J.D., graduated 2007
  • United States Merchant Marine Academy, B.S., graduated 1999

  • Florida, 2008

  • Florida Bar Eminent Domain Committee - Member
  • Hillsborough County Bar Association - Young Lawyers Division
  • Florida, 2008
  • Florida Bar Eminent Domain Committee - Member
  • Hillsborough County Bar Association - Young Lawyers Division
  • Stetson University, J.D., graduated 2007
  • Stetson University, J.D., graduated 2007
  • United States Merchant Marine Academy, B.S., graduated 1999

Client Testimonials

Awards & Focus

Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
Awards:
  • TAMPA Magazine 2022 Top Lawyers

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