
Caran Rothchild, Employment Attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Over 33 years of legal practice · focused on Employment, Litigation, and Trade Secrets
ShareholderatGreenberg Traurig, LLP
Fort Lauderdale, FL
Practicing employment in Fort Lauderdale since 1993.
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- Years practicing
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Caran Rothchild is a shareholder based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Trade Secrets. Caran has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
- Based in
- Fort Lauderdale, FL
- Experience
- over 33 years
- Known for
- Employment · Litigation · Trade Secrets
- Handles Employment, Litigation, and Trade Secrets matters from Fort Lauderdale, FL.
- Over 33 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
About Caran Rothchild: Caran Rothchild is a shareholder based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Trade Secrets. Caran has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Caran Rothchild
Caran concentrates on employment, litigation, and trade secrets. Each area below outlines the kind of case Caran handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Employment
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Trade Secrets
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Employment cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Caran takes employment matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caran agrees to represent you.
Litigation cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Caran takes litigation matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caran agrees to represent you.
Trade Secrets cases in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
Caran takes trade secrets matters in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Caran agrees to represent you.
Biography
About Caran Rothchild — Over 33 years of Florida employment experience
Caran Rothchild is a shareholder based in Fort Lauderdale, FL. The practice focuses on Employment, Litigation, and Trade Secrets. Caran has over 33 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Greenberg Traurig, LLP.
Caran Rothchild focuses her practice on employment and commercial litigation matters. Her representations include corporations, municipalities, and individuals in a variety of employment, complex commercial, and civil related issues. As an employment advisor and litigator, Caran has represented local and national clients in numerous jury and non-jury trials and administrative proceedings involving discrimination, harassment, restrictive covenants, and wage and hour issues.
Concentrations
•Commercial litigation
•Contract disputes
•Business torts
•Employment and labor litigation
•Civil rights litigation
•Communications and media
•Intellectual property
•Appellate practice
Recognition & Leadership
Awards & Accolades
•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation, 2024-2026
•Listed, Florida Trend, Legal Elite Notable Labor and Employment Attorneys, 2024
•Team Member, a Law360 'Employment Practice Group of the Year,' 2011 & 2013
How Caran handles employment matters
Caran Rothchild focuses her practice on employment and commercial litigation matters. Her representations include corporations, municipalities, and individuals in a variety of employment, complex commercial, and civil related issues. As an employment advisor and litigator, Caran has represented local and national clients in numerous jury and non-jury trials and administrative proceedings…
Who Caran represents
Caran reviews new inquiries case-by-case for employment, litigation, and trade secrets matters in Fort Lauderdale and the surrounding Florida area.
Credentials
Caran Rothchild's legal education and bar admissions
University of Florida Levin College of Law J.D. 1993 Dean's List
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University of Florida B.S. 1989 Dean's List University of Florida B.S. Accounting Member, Florida Law Review Student Honor Court Student Traffic Court Justice Appellate Advocacy Best Brief Aw
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Jurisdictions
Caran's state bar admissions
Florida U.S. Court o
1993 · ACTIVE
Caran studied at — in University of Florida Levin College of Law J.D. 1993 Dean's List and — in University of Florida B.S. 1989 Dean's List University of Florida B.S. Accounting Member, Florida Law Review Student Honor Court Student Traffic Court Justice Appellate Advocacy Best Brief Aw.
Law school and academic background
Caran completed — in University of Florida Levin College of Law J.D. 1993 Dean's List and — in University of Florida B.S. 1989 Dean's List University of Florida B.S. Accounting Member, Florida Law Review Student Honor Court Student Traffic Court Justice Appellate Advocacy Best Brief Aw. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Caran runs in Florida is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Locations
Caran Rothchild's office in Fort Lauderdale
Caran's primary office is at 401 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 2000, Fort Lauderdale, FL, 33301. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Greenberg Traurig, LLP
401 East Las Olas Boulevard, Suite 2000
Fort Lauderdale, FL 33301
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How to hire Caran Rothchild — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new employment attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Caran usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Caran charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Caran's office.
What to bring to your first meeting
Bring any documents you already have — police reports, medical records, filed pleadings, correspondence from an insurer, a copy of the contract at issue. If you're not sure, err on the side of bringing everything; Caran will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a employment attorney in Fort Lauderdale, Florida
A short list to run through before you commit: How many employment matters have you handled in the last year? What's your fee structure? Who else in the office will work on this? What's your realistic estimate of timeline and range of outcomes? How do I reach you between meetings?
Fees & payment
Fees, payment methods, and consultation options for Caran
Caran discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in employment practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every employment matter is priced differently. Simple document review might be a flat fee. Injury litigation is often contingency. Complex commercial disputes usually run hourly with a retainer. Caran confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Caran's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many employment practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Caran Rothchild
How much does it cost to hire Caran for a employment case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Caran walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Caran offer a free consultation?
Caran charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Caran's office. Some employment attorneys offer free consults — check Caran's current terms during booking.
How long do employment cases in Florida typically take?
Simple employment matters can wrap in a few weeks; disputed cases can run 6–18 months from intake to resolution, longer if the matter goes to trial. Caran gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Caran take my case if I'm outside Fort Lauderdale?
Caran is licensed in Florida. Matters governed by Florida law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Caran will tell you if the case is a fit or refer you to someone closer to your court.
What should I bring to my first meeting with Caran?
Bring every document that touches the dispute: contracts, correspondence, police or medical reports, filed pleadings, invoices, photographs, insurance letters. Also bring a written timeline of what happened, in your own words. Caran will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Caran accepting new employment clients right now?
Caran's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.
Areas served
Employment attorneys serving Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Tampa in Florida
Caran handles employment matters throughout Florida. Each city below is a direct link into the search page for verified employment attorneys in that community.
- Fort Lauderdale6,726 attorneys
- Miami15,918 attorneys
- Tampa9,739 attorneys
- Orlando7,352 attorneys
- Jacksonville5,497 attorneys
- Tallahassee4,383 attorneys
- West Palm Beach3,699 attorneys
- Boca Raton3,668 attorneys
- Coral Gables3,397 attorneys
- Naples2,155 attorneys
- St Petersburg2,098 attorneys
- Sarasota1,994 attorneys
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