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Summary
When the stakes are high, employers turn to Roger for steady judgment, sharp analysis, and practical solutions when handling their workplace disputes.
Focusing his practice on representing employers in a wide range of labor and employment matters, Roger brings deep experience across federal, state, and administrative forums. He defends organizations in high‑stakes litigation involving discrimination, retaliation, harassment, wrongful discharge, breach of contract, and noncompete disputes.
Roger has successfully represented employers in cases arising under Title VII, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, the Pregnancy Discrimination Act, the Colorado Anti‑Discrimination Act, the Colorado Wage Claim Act, the Montana Wrongful Discharge from Employment Act, and 42 U.S.C. § 1981, among others. Drawing on this experience, he helps clients navigate not just legal risk, but also the interpersonal dynamics that accompany workplace disputes.
Known by clients for being highly responsive, creative, and analytical, Roger brings a pragmatic mindset shaped by experience in challenging jurisdictions. He has sharpened his ability to anticipate issues, think strategically, and guide clients through complex situations.
Roger regularly represents employers before the U.S. Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, state civil rights agencies, the National Labor Relations Board, and the U.S. Department of Labor, as well as in arbitration and alternative dispute resolution proceedings. His client base spans a wide range of industries, including transportation, media, energy, technology, retail, manufacturing, logistics, real estate, electronics, healthcare, and financial services. In addition to litigation, clients rely on Roger as a trusted advisor on day‑to‑day employment issues, including employee handbooks and policies, leave administration, workforce reductions, employment agreements, and noncompete strategies.
At the end of the day, Roger is more than a litigator, he is a trusted counselor who helps employers stay grounded and prepared when their people, policies, and reputations are on the line.
Awards
Honoree, Best Lawyers in America®, Employment Law Management (2025-present), Litigation — Labor and Employment (2026)
All Service Areas
Education
- Case Western Reserve University School of Law (2003)
- J.D.
- magna cum laude
- Order of the Coif
- University of Michigan (1998)
- B.B.A.
- cum laude
Admissions
- State - Colorado
- Federal - Colorado District Court
- Federal - Michigan Eastern District Court
- State - Montana
- Federal - Montana District Court
- Federal - Ohio Northern District Court
- Federal - Ohio Southern District Court
- Federal - U.S. Court of Appeals, Third Circuit
- Federal - U.S. Court of Appeals, Sixth Circuit
- Federal - U.S. Court of Appeals, Tenth Circuit
Speeches and Publications
Publications
- “Federal Court Blocks Enforcement of Montana’s Vaccination Discrimination Law,” SHRM Online, December 20, 2022
- “Montana Limits Inquiries into Immunization Status,” SHRM Online, May 19, 2021
- “2017 Colorado Human Resources Manual,” American Chamber of Commerce Resources, 2017
- “Guard Who Failed Test Can’t Prove Firing Was Gender Bias,” SHRM Online, February 24, 2016
- “2015 Colorado Human Resources Manual,” American Chamber of Commerce Resources, 2015
- “2014 Colorado Human Resources Manual,” American Chamber of Commerce Resources, 2014
- “The New Normal: How Food and Drug Manufacturers Can Successfully Navigate Federal Agencies Vigorous Enforcement Actions,” FDLI Update, June 2013
- “Should I Pay Myself Overtime? Determining Whether A Payroll Position Is Exempt Under The FLSA,” CPA Practice Management Forum, June 2012
- “Exploring Dodd-Frank’s Effect on Workplace Law,” CPA Practice Management Forum, May 2011
- “Avoiding Pratfalls of Employee Leave of Absence Requests by Taking a Holistic Approach,” CPA Practice Management Forum, November 2010
- “The Supreme Court of Oregon Takes a Federalist Approach to Invalidate Part of State Medical Marijuana Law,” ABA Section of the Labor and Employment Law Flash, July 2010
- “Major Developments & Trends in Employment Law,” CPA Practice Management Forum, October 2009
Speeches
“Pay Transparency Laws on the Rise,” Corporate Labor and Employment Counsel Exclusive, September 2022
News
Prominent Employment Litigator Roger G. Trim Joins Taft’s Denver Office
Professional Affiliations
- American Bar Association
- Colorado Bar Association
- Denver Bar Association
- Montana Bar Association
- Ohio Bar Association