Atty. Blake Carl
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.
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About Blake Carl at a Glance
Blake Carl is a Trial Attorney based in St. Petersburg, Florida, practicing at Morgan & Morgan. They have 20+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 2006. Their practice focuses on personal injury, securities, and slip & fall. Admitted to practice in Georgia Courts (2006), Supreme Court (2010), South Carolina (2010), and Florida Courts Supreme Court of Georgia Court of Appeals of Georgia U.S. District Court for the Nort (2023). Educated at Louisiana State University Paul M. Hebert Law Center (J.D. Louisiana, 2006) and University of South Carolina (B.A. History, 2003). Recognitions include Peer Reviewed. Active member of 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 and Petersburg Bar Association. Serves clients in St. Petersburg, FL and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Blake Carl
- 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
Practice Areas Explained
Blake Carl's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Blake Carl handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in St. Petersburg.
Personal Injury in St. Petersburg
Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.
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Securities Law in St. Petersburg
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Slip & Fall / Premises Liability in St. Petersburg
Blake Carl is one of 29,187 slip & fall attorneys indexed nationally. Browse slip & fall attorneys in Florida →
Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in St. Petersburg
Practicing law in Florida. Legal matters in Florida are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in St. Petersburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Florida state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Florida brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Florida courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
St. Petersburg Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a St. Petersburg-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in St. Petersburg Choose Blake Carl
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Blake Carl's practice in the field of personal injury, securities, and slip & fall.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Blake Carl brings 20+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Georgia Courts, Supreme Court, and South Carolina, Blake Carl can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering personal injury, securities, and slip & fall, Blake Carl can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in St. Petersburg
A St. Petersburg-based practice means Blake Carl attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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Common Legal Issues Blake Carl Handles in St. Petersburg
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Blake Carl has experience with under Florida law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Blake Carl directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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