Blake Gaylord
Gaylord Merlin Ludovici & Diaz
Recognized since 2020
Tampa, Florida
Practice Areas
Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
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.
Contact & Links
- Lawyer Page: https://gaylordmerlin.com/team/blake-gaylord/
Location
- 5001 West Cypress Street
Tampa, FL 33607
Education
- Stetson University, J.D., graduated 2007
- Stetson University, J.D., graduated 2007
- United States Merchant Marine Academy, B.S., graduated 1999
Bar Admissions
- Florida, 2008
Affiliations
- Florida Bar Eminent Domain Committee - Member
- Hillsborough County Bar Association - Young Lawyers Division
Headquarters:
Tampa, Florida
5 The Best Lawyers in America® awards
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2025 for work in:
- Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law
Awards:
- TAMPA Magazine 2022 Top Lawyers
Publications
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