Carlton Fields Adds Veteran Trial Lawyer Tom Rohback to National Class Actions Practice

HARTFORD, CT – Tom Rohback has joined Carlton Fields’ national Class Actions Practice as a shareholder in the firm’s Hartford office. He was most recently a partner at Axinn, Veltrop & Harkrider LLP.

Rohback is a trial lawyer with more than 40 years of experience handling complex, high-stakes disputes nationwide. He has represented global corporations and Am Law 100 law firms in more than 30 jury and bench trials and has led appeals and class actions in courts across the country. In one notable stretch, he tried three federal jury cases in three months, securing a directed verdict in each.

“Tom is a seasoned first-chair trial lawyer who knows how to step into challenging cases and quickly chart a path forward,” said Matt Allen, chair of Carlton Fields’ national Class Actions Practice. “He brings a proven ability to distill complex issues, adapt strategy in real time, and deliver results in high-stakes matters. As class action litigation continues to grow in scope and complexity, Tom’s experience will further strengthen our ability to guide clients through their most challenging disputes.”

Rohback’s practice includes antitrust, insurance, breach of fiduciary duty, unfair trade practices, breach of contract, fraud, intellectual property, employment discrimination, professional liability, and arbitration. He is frequently called upon to handle matters at critical stages, including after significant rulings or as cases approach trial.

“I’ve seen firsthand the caliber of Carlton Fields’ attorneys in the courtroom and as thought leaders, and the results speak for themselves,” said Rohback. “Carlton Fields has a highly regarded litigation team which effectively handles a wide variety of cases across the country. I’m excited to join this team.”

Rohback earned his J.D. from Columbia University Law School, his M.A. from Columbia University, and his B.A. from Union College.