Practice areas: Personal Injury
Licensed in Washington since: 2023
Education: Seattle University School of Law
GLP Attorneys, P.S., Inc.
1420 South Union AvenueTacoma, WA 98405 Phone: 253-627-7701 Email: Blake Kurtzman Visit website
Blake is an attorney at GLP Attorneys who is passionate about advocating for individuals and families whose lives have been disrupted by serious injury. For nearly five years, he has dedicated his career to helping clients navigate some of the most difficult moments of their lives with compassion, clarity, and strength. He is licensed in Washington and Oregon focusing on the communities of Tacoma, Silverdale, Vancouver, and Portland.
Blake’s journey with GLP Attorneys began as a legal intern, where he witnessed firsthand the profound impact a skilled and caring advocate can have on a client’s life. That experience solidified his commitment to personal injury law and inspired him to devote his legal career to serving plaintiffs. Since beginning his practice, Blake has represented clients in cases involving traumatic brain injuries, assaults, slip- and trip-and-fall incidents, premises liability, and a wide range of motor vehicle collisions.
A proud Redhawk, Blake graduated magna cum laude from Seattle University School of Law, where he immersed himself in practical experience and leadership. He completed externships with the Seattle City Attorney’s Office and the Honorable Mary Jo Heston of the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Western District of Washington, served as an editor for the Seattle University Law Review, and was a member of the Alternative Dispute Resolution Board.
Originally from the greater Philadelphia area, Blake remains a devoted Eagles fan but proudly calls the Pacific Northwest home. Outside of work, he enjoys competing in amateur golf tournaments, road-tripping around Washington and Oregon with his wife and coaxing his nine-year-old boxer mix, Pearl, out of bed for long walks.
First Admitted: 2023, Washington
Professional Webpage: https://glpattorneys.com/attorney/blake-kurtzman/
Bar / Professional Activity
- Washington State Association for Justice, Eagle Member, 2023-Present, 2026
- Admitted to Oregon State Bar, 2025
- Admitted to the Washington State Bar, 2023
Verdicts / Settlements (Case Results)
- $200,000 recovery for a client injured in a t-bone collision., 2025
- $400,000 settlement for a slip and fall injury for a in-home caregiver., 2025
Special Licenses / Certifications
- Deposition Skills, National Institute for Trial Advocacy at Seattle University School of Law, August 2025, 2025
Educational Background
- Seattle University School of Law, J.D.
- Wake Forest University, B.A., Economics
Scholarly Lectures / Writings
- CE Presentation for Tacoma Chapter of the American Academy of Professional Coders. AAPC supports the people and organizations responsible for the accuracy and integrity of the information that drives healthcare reimbursement. As the nation’s largest education and credentialing organization for medical coders, billers, auditors, practice managers, and revenue cycle managers, AAPC empowers both healthcare professionals and the organizations they serve.Presentation supported three objectives:Understand the types of insurance encountered in a personal injury patient practice. Understand the who, when, and why of billing insurance. Review best practices for charting and documentation for a personal injury claim., Speaker, PI:101 Mastering Your Personal Injury Practice, AAPC, 2026
- This article discusses how most modern cars are equipped with an Event Data Recorder (EDR), often referred to as the car’s “black box," a device that records critical data in the seconds before and after a collision. It provides information on what it records and why it matters along with what questions to ask before hiring an attorney., Co-Author, What’s in the Box? Why EDR Data Could Make or Break Your Car Crash Claim, GLP Attorneys Blog, 2025
Honors
- Super Lawyers is a rating service of outstanding lawyers from more than 70 practice areas who have attained a high-degree of peer recognition and professional achievement. The patented selection process includes independent research, peer nominations and peer evaluations. To be eligible for inclusion in Rising Stars, a candidate must be either 40 years old or younger or in practice for 10 years or less. No more than 2.5% are names to the Rising Stars list. , 2026 Washington Rising Stars List, Super Lawyers, 2026
- An annual recognition program that honors companies in Vancouver Washington and Portland Oregon for outstanding workplace culture and employee engagement., Best Places to Work - Vancouver/Portland, Portland Business Journal, 2026
- Recognized as Washington’s 100 Best Workplaces by the Puget Sound Business Journal and one of the top two employers in the large-company category. Every year, the Business Journal partners with Quantum Workplace to survey employees at Washington companies to find employers who have successfully cultivated a positive, supportive, and fulfilling work environment. The Best Workplaces list highlights the employers across the state that receive the highest scores from their employees., Washington's Best Workplaces, Puget Sound Business Journal, 2026
- The Best of the PNW Contest, sponsored by The Seattle Times, is an annual reader-driven competition celebrating excellence across the Pacific Northwest. The contest recognizes outstanding businesses, organizations, and professionals in a wide range of categories—from legal services and healthcare to dining, entertainment, and community impact. Thousands of readers cast their votes to honor the people and companies that make the region exceptional. Being named a winner or finalist is a mark of distinction that reflects strong community trust, quality service, and a deep local presence., Best in the PNW - Gold Winner, Seattle Times, 2026
- The CALI Excellence for the Future Award® winner for highest grade in four classes: Torts, Advanced Torts, Bankruptcy, Products Liability., CALI Excellence for the Future Award, Seattle University School of Law
Industry Groups
- Aviation
- Construction
- Logging
- Maritime
- Nursing Home
- Trucking
Selections
- Rising Stars: 2026