EDUCATION

Washington University School of Law, Juris Doctor

H. Wayne Huizenga School of Business and Entrepreneurship at Nova Southeastern University, Master’s in Business Administration, with Concentration in Entrepreneurship

Florida State University, Bachelor’s in Business Management

ADMISSIONS

District of Columbia

Florida

United States District Court for the Middle District of Florida

United States District Court for the Southern District of Florida

RECOGNITION

40 Under 40, National Center for American Indian Economic Development (2012).

Super Lawyers Rising Star (2013-2015)

BLAKE M. TRUEBLOOD

Partner

Email: bmt@inveniolaw.com

Phone: (202) 839-9687

Blake Trueblood, a seasoned advocate and litigator, brings over eighteen years of experience to the forefront of the litigation finance industry. As co-founder of Invenio LLP, Blake has played a pivotal role in the firm's dedication to the emerging litigation finance sector. His extensive background includes serving as General Counsel for a group of litigation finance and claims management companies, where he assisted plaintiffs and law firms in various practice areas, from personal injury to mass torts.

Blake's entrepreneurial spirit led him to co-found and manage a Florida-based law firm, specializing in representing claimants in personal injury, discrimination, and commercial claims. His practice has catered to both individuals and businesses seeking just compensation. Beyond his legal expertise, Blake has earned the trust of entrepreneurs, Native American tribes, and media personalities. His insightful commentary on topics like litigation finance and Tribal economic development has solidified his reputation as a thought leader.

Blake's diverse background and experiences shape his unique perspective. Born in the Midwest and raised in Florida, he now splits his time between Washington, DC, and Fort Lauderdale where he has a home with his wife Maria, their daughter Amber, and his dog Bella, a chihuahua-beagle mix. As an enrolled member of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma, Blake is deeply connected to Native American culture and its economic development initiatives. In his free time, he's an avid hiker, runner, and Brazilian Jiu-Jitsu practitioner, holding a black belt since 2015, with a second-degree earned in 2021.

REPRESENTATIVE MATTERS

  • Served as lead counsel for the origination of over $200 million of litigation finance receivables, including both consumer facing products and multimillion dollar non-bank commercial loans.  

  • Served more than five years as General Counsel for private-equity backed suite of litigation finance companies that originated and serviced assets ranging from multimillion dollar law firm loans to claimant-focused pre-settlement funding.

  • Obtained substantial settlement on behalf school bullying victim against local Archdiocese and school officials.

  • Secured significant settlement on behalf of victim of pregnancy discrimination from large multinational restaurant chain.

  • Successfully negotiated resolution of multiyear commercial lease issue, resulting in a multimillion dollar buyout for commercial tenant.

  • Served as General Counsel for leading Native American economic development entity, including lead roles in both in transactional and public policy matters.

  • Represented Veteran Owned Small Business (VOSB) in acquisition by market leader in cross-border transaction.

  • Long-standing representation of entrepreneur in music, entertainment, and apparel ventures.

  • Served as relationship partner for ongoing engagement with Fortune 500 multinational organization.