About Blake Paul

Blake Paul Somers is the managing attorney at Blake P — Somers LLC, a regulation firm positioned in Cincinnati, Ohio. Established in 2018, the company focuses on several areas of law, including household regulation, felony defense, immigration law, and appellate legal proceedings. The workplace is located at 311 Elm Street, Suite 220, Cincinnati, OH 45202. This strategic location lets in the company to serve clients, addressing legal challenges with talent and dedication. In 2001, Blake earned his Bachelor of Arts in History, complemented by a minor in Theology, from Xavier University, graduating magna cum laude. His academic achievements laid a robust basis for his professional legal career.

Subsequently, he pursued his Juris Doctor at the University of Cincinnati College of Law, the place he graduated in 2004. During his time in law program, Blake used to be acknowledged on the Dean's Honor's List and used to be inducted into the prestigious Order of the Barristers, highlighting his advocacy abilities and commitment to excellence. Blake was admitted to the Ohio State Bar in 2004, beginning his expert adventure. He is likewise certified to practice in Indiana, broadening his attain and capacity to serve clients throughout state lines. His federal court admissions consist of the U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio in 2005, the Sixth Circuit Court of Appeals in 2005, the Fourth Circuit Court of Appeals in 2008.

The Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals in 2014. Notably, he gained admission to practice before the U.S. highest court in 2010, a significant milestone in his legal career. His areas of practice are numerous, encompassing household regulation, felony defense, immigration regulation, and appellate legal proceedings. Blake has successfully represented clients in a number of criminal cases, which includes financial crimes, monetary offenses, and violent crimes. In the realm of immigration regulation, he handles family-based immigration, citizenship application process instances, and complicated deportation proceedings.

His appeals practice includes appeals to both state and federal courts, showcasing his complete legal know-how. In addition to his legal practice, Blake is actively involved in professional organizations. He currently serves because the Chair of the Ohio Chapter of the American Immigration Lawyers Association, the place he contributes to shaping immigration policy and helping fellow lawyers. His commitment to the legal career is recognized; Blake has been decided on to Ohio Super Lawyers from 2019 to 2026 and was acknowledged as a Rising Star from 2012 to 2018. For consultations, he can be reached at 513-587-2892 or through e-mail at blake@blakesomers.com.

Accepted Jurisdictions

Ohio

Court Admissions

U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Ohio U.S. District Court · Admitted 2005
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 2005
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 2008
U.S. Supreme Court U.S. Supreme Court · Admitted 2010
U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit U.S. Circuit Court · Admitted 2014

Types of Cases Handled

Family Law Criminal Defense Immigration Law Appellate Litigation

Legal Services Scope

Trial Appeal

Office Locations

Main Office

 311 Elm Street Suite 220 Cincinnati OH 45202