Thomas W Blake

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Thomas W Blake

5.0
Rating: 7.5

Licensed for 45 years

Workers compensation Lawyer at Grand Jct, CO
Practice Areas: Workers Compensation, Personal Injury, Litigation, Insurance

415 Brach Drive, Grand Jct, CO

About Thomas

Biography

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Practice Areas

4

Practice Areas

Workers Compensation 45%

From 1992 to 1999 I represented Pinnacol Assurance, the largest workers' compensation insurance carrier in the state. From 1999 until 2014 I handled all manner of workers' compensation cases. Now, I mostly represent injured workers.

34 years | 800 cases

45%
Personal Injury 25%

Have defended and prosecuted numerous personal injury claims in District court, including motor vehicle accidents, premises liability, assault, negligence, slander, construction accidents, gas explosions, oil and gas field accidents, and more.

33 years

25%
Litigation 20%

With 35 years of litigation experience, I handle a variety of civil disputes including defending professional liability cases, collections, real estate disputes, contract disputes, construction disputes, judicial foreclosures, and more

33 years

20%
Insurance 10%

With 35 years of litigation experience, including an insurance defense background, I handle a variety of insurance disputes including disputes with insurance companies regarding insurance coverage and insurance bad faith.

33 years

10%

Fees and Rates

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Awards

Distinguished Peer Review Rating

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 45 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 1980

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Arizona for 44 years

State: Arizona

Acquired: 1981

Inactive

No misconduct found

Location

Dackonish & Blake, PC

415 Brach Drive, Grand Jct, CO, 81507

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Thomas W Blake's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

5 Client Reviews

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Posted by Sarah | August 30, 2024 | Hired Attorney

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Experienced, Knowledgeable, Strategist

Tom Blake took on my case that was feeling hopeless. The statute of limitations was about up and the insurance company I was dealing with was dragging things out to boot. I contacted Tom seeking some guidance or advice, "Was this really hopeless?" Not even expecting a call back. He personally called... me back and heard my story. He assured me we could do it if we worked for it. He was right! Tom was brilliant. In six months, he took my personal injury case and completely turned the outcome around with integrity and honesty all along the way. I am grateful beyond words. I'd highly recommend Tom Blake as your attorney.

Posted by Carlos | May 17, 2023 | Hired Attorney

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The Best Personal Injury Lawyer!

Tom Blake is well versed in Personal Injury Law. He navigated through the technical issues with the insurance companies, and knows the nuances of state law to ensure you are made whole. I would highly recommend Mr. Blake to anyone who wants a true legal professional in their corner. In addition to hi...s legal expertise, he is also compassionate, a great advocate and a strategist when navigating for what is in his client's best interest. Lastly, he is personable and has great staff. For these reasons, Mr. Blake will be my first choice should I ever need a great attorney and would not hesitate to refer/recommend him to anyone requiring a first class attorney.

Posted by Raul | June 17, 2020 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Best Attorney In The Grand Valley

I recently hired attorney Tom Blake to represent me in a workers’ compensation case. Tom Blake is devoted and committed to the clients he represents. He and his Office Assistant, Sue, were consistently helpful and professional throughout our entire correspondence. He and Sue helped me navigate throug...h the court process, always willing to answer questions and guide me through unfamiliar processes. He helped me reach a settlement that was above and beyond my original anticipation. I highly recommend attorney Tom Blake. He has proven through his dedication and loyalty to my case that he is devoted to fight for his clients. I have confidence knowing that Tom Blake will exceed your expectations, while providing professionalism, loyalty and continuous satisfaction!

Posted by John | January 12, 2017 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Was Very helpful!

Thomas Was there for me when most law firm hesitated. Thomas followed through with everything he promised. We won a complicated case. Thomas didn't even bat an eye.

Posted by Allan | December 16, 2016 | Hired Attorney

This review is from a person who hired this attorney.

Mr. Blake

Mr. Blake was a real pleasure to work with through my whole ordeal. We got along very well and actually we were usually always thinking the same thing when dealing the opposition. He never assumed or "told" me what he thought I should do in a situation but would tell me what was going on and asked m...e what I thought or felt that we should do. Never pressured me into anything or tried to get me to think his way. Very refreshing! Mr. Blake is very easy to get along with, comfortable and is always ready to listen. Something that I feel is lacking in most people these days! Summing it up, I would hire Mr. Blake again if the need arises and I would whole heartedly recommend Mr. Blake to anyone who needs a good attorney. But don't leave out his very capable assistant, Miss Laura. She was fantastic to work with as well and is a serious benefit to Mr. Blake and his firm. Thank you for your hard work and may God bless you!

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Experience

Rating:  7.5 (Very Good)

Honors

2015

BV Rated, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

2011 - Present

Attorney, Dackonish & Blake, P.C.

1994 - 2011

Attorney, Dackonish, Blake & Houska, P.C.

1987 - 1994

Attorney, Doehling & Slater, P.C.

1984 - 1987

Chief Deputy District Attorney, Mesa County District Attorneys Office

1981 - 1984

Deputy District Attorney, Mesa Country District Attorneys OIffice

Associations

2012 - Present

Colorado Defense Lawyers Association

1981 - Present

Mesa County Bar Association

1981 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

1981 - Present

State Bar of Arizona

Education

1980

University of Colorado - Boulder

JD - Juris Doctor

1977

Northern Arizona University

Bachelor of Science

Speaking Engagements

2002

Return To Work Issues in Workers' Compensation In Colorado

Overview of Workers' Compensation System

Activity

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