Charles Roach

Charles Roach

Employment Law - Management

5.0 (1 reviews)
Minneapolis, Minnesota
29+ years experience
FordHarrison
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150 South Fifth Street, Suite 3460, Minneapolis, MN 55402
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Charlie Roach primarily focuses his practice on business immigration and employee drug and alcohol testing.He has extensive experience representing and advising employers in all areas of immigration, including temporary employment visas, labor certifications, permanent residency ("Green Cards"), immigration compliance and employment eligibility verification (Form I-9) issues. He provides counsel on immigration issues related to employment decisions, company policies and procedures, mergers and acquisitions, government audits and investigations, and labor law disputes. Charlie represents a wide variety of clients – from large multinational corporations to small employers to individuals – with regard to their immigration needs in such industries as financial services, information technology, insurance, health care, manufacturing, retail, engineering and other fields.Another area of focus for Charlie relates to federal and state drug testing issues, including Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated programs and developing drug and alcohol testing programs in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. He also has significant experience counseling employers and representing public and private entities at the federal, state, and administrative levels.Charlie has spoken at numerous seminars and trainings and written articles on immigration law and drug and alcohol testing issues for employers. Prior to joining FordHarrison, he was a partner in Rider Bennett's Business Department and Chair of the firm's Labor & Employment Practice Group. Earlier in his career, Charlie served as a judicial clerk for the Honorable James C. Harten of the Minnesota Court of Appeals.Before law school, he lived in Southeast Asia for two years and worked for an international law firm in Jakarta, Indonesia. During law school he was a member of the Minnesota Law Review and the International Moot Court.https://www.fordharrison.com/charlieroach Charlie Roach primarily focuses his practice on business immigration and employee drug and alcohol testing.He has extensive experience representing and advising employers in all areas of immigration, including temporary employment visas, labor certifications, permanent residency ("Green Cards"), immigration compliance and employment eligibility verification (Form I-9) issues. He provides counsel on immigration issues related to employment decisions, company policies and procedures, mergers and acquisitions, government audits and investigations, and labor law disputes. Charlie represents a wide variety of clients – from large multinational corporations to small employers to individuals – with regard to their immigration needs in such industries as financial services, information technology, insurance, health care, manufacturing, retail, engineering and other fields.Another area of focus for Charlie relates to federal and state drug testing issues, including Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated programs and developing drug and alcohol testing programs in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. He also has significant experience counseling employers and representing public and private entities at the federal, state, and administrative levels.Charlie has spoken at numerous seminars and trainings and written articles on immigration law and drug and alcohol testing issues for employers. Prior to joining FordHarrison, he was a partner in Rider Bennett's Business Department and Chair of the firm's Labor & Employment Practice Group. Earlier in his career, Charlie served as a judicial clerk for the Honorable James C. Harten of the Minnesota Court of Appeals.Before law school, he lived in Southeast Asia for two years and worked for an international law firm in Jakarta, Indonesia. During law school he was a member of the Minnesota Law Review and the International Moot Court.https://www.fordharrison.com/charlieroach Charlie Roach primarily focuses his practice on business immigration and employee drug and alcohol testing. He has extensive experience representing and advising employers in all areas of immigration, including temporary employment visas, labor certifications, permanent residency ("Green Cards"), immigration compliance and employment eligibility verification (Form I-9) issues. He provides counsel on immigration issues related to employment decisions, company policies and procedures, mergers and acquisitions, government audits and investigations, and labor law disputes. Charlie represents a wide variety of clients – from large multinational corporations to small employers to individuals – with regard to their immigration needs in such industries as financial services, information technology, insurance, health care, manufacturing, retail, engineering and other fields. Another area of focus for Charlie relates to federal and state drug testing issues, including Department of Transportation (DOT) regulated programs and developing drug and alcohol testing programs in all 50 states and Puerto Rico. He also has significant experience counseling employers and representing public and private entities at the federal, state, and administrative levels. Charlie has spoken at numerous seminars and trainings and written articles on immigration law and drug and alcohol testing issues for employers. Prior to joining FordHarrison, he was a partner in Rider Bennett's Business Department and Chair of the firm's Labor & Employment Practice Group. Earlier in his career, Charlie served as a judicial clerk for the Honorable James C. Harten of the Minnesota Court of Appeals.Before law school, he lived in Southeast Asia for two years and worked for an international law firm in Jakarta, Indonesia. During law school he was a member of the Minnesota Law Review and the International Moot Court. https://www.fordharrison.com/charlieroach

Practice Areas

Employment Law - Management

Awards & Recognition

  • Recognized: Employment Law - Management
  • Recognized: Litigation - Labor and Employment

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2024

Education

  • University of Minnesota, J.D., graduated 1996

Reviews

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Robert Hernandez

2 months ago

Invaluable guidance on a complex immigration case

Our company faced a critical challenge with a key employee's visa status. Charlie Roach's deep knowledge of business immigration, honed over nearly three decades, was immediately apparent. He expertly navigated the complex regulations, providing clear, strategic advice that went beyond simple paperwork. His background in employment law management, as reflected in his recognitions, ensured our policies were compliant throughout the process. Charlie is not just a technically brilliant attorney; he is a pragmatic partner who understands business needs. Thanks to his diligent work, we retained a vital team member. I recommend him without reservation.

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