Carolyn D. Roch

Carolyn Roch is a trial lawyer who focuses on complex commercial litigation and employment law. Carolyn first began trying cases as a prosecutor with the Harris County District Attorney’s Office after graduating from the University of Texas School of Law. During her time with the District Attorney’s Office, she first-chaired more than 50 jury trials and successfully argued multiple appellate matters.

After leaving the District Attorney’s Office, Carolyn began her commercial litigation practice. She represents both plaintiffs and defendants, including Fortune 100 companies and executives. With her wide array of business litigation experience, Carolyn has particular experience in employment, unfair competition and securities litigation. She defends corporations in discrimination, covenant not to compete and trade secret cases, and she represents individuals in executive compensation, breach of contract, and wrongful termination cases. Carolyn also conducts employment investigations and routinely handles race discrimination, sexual harassment, FMLA, ADA, and retaliation suits. Her securities practice includes representing brokerage firms in recruiting and raiding cases, as well as investor actions before the Financial Industry Regulatory Authority. Carolyn served as the Chair of the Securities Litigation and Arbitration Section in 2015. She practices in state and federal courts throughout Texas and has successfully arbitrated numerous matters.

While Carolyn is a seasoned trial lawyer, she is also a counselor and advisor to her clients. Her insight, diligence, and interpersonal skills enable her to understand her client’s objectives and business needs. Carolyn works to find creative and cost-effective solutions for her clients.