Charles E. Stoecker
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Almost every case I handle includes complexities or nuances, often of first impression. I am always researching and analyzing something new, and incorporating what I learn into my daily practice. I also research any issues that I think can help/hurt a client as soon as they are discovered so that the client is fully aware of all risks.

Charles “Chase” Stoecker represents financial institutions in contested mortgage foreclosure actions (both commercial and residential) and defends actions involving consumer protection statutes such as the Fair Debt Collection Practices Act (FDCPA) and Real Estate Settlement Procedures Act (RESPA). Chase also defends employers in a wide range of employment matters, including cases brought under Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act (ADEA), and the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).

Chase practices in state and federal court at both the trial court and appellate court levels, and his work includes class-action defense. Chase focuses on practicing law in an extremely collaborative fashion. This is actually a two-part approach. Part One requires thorough, careful, painstaking research in order to ensure that the client is presented with as complete an analysis as possible, along with a recommended strategy and next steps. Part Two involves walking the client through each step of the litigation, so they understand both the current situation and its implications. This level of collaboration is an ongoing process – as new issues that may alter the posture of the case are discovered, they’re researched, the client is involved, and litigation strategy reflects their opinions and requests. It also requires exceptional accessibility, which Chase also prioritizes – he is available to his clients whenever – and whyever – they need him.

The cornerstone of Chase’s approach is preparation, especially when a courtroom appearance is involved. He is rarely surprised in court, which makes him extremely effective. It also enables him to both identify and leverage every possible advantage, particularly when the other side lacks, say, courtesy copies of a document, or misquotes cases. Chase also is exceptionally hands-on, delegating relatively little work to assistants or paralegals. His personal approach allows him to ensure high standards are met, as are deadlines.

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Insights

  • Vaccines, testing, screening: What can employers require of employees to get back to work?

    Over 27 million Americans have now received at least a first dose of what are proving to be effective COVID-19 vaccines. While this is extraordinarily welcome news, it raises complex questions about who will return to work, when, and how, including the tricky issue of whether employers can require employees to be vaccinated.

  • Vaccines in the Time of COVID: An Employer’s Perspective

    Mag Bickford (New Orleans) and Chase Stoecker (Ft. Lauderdale) authored the article "Vaccines in the Time of COVID: An Employer’s Perspective" in the Alabama Bankers Association December 2020 Board Briefs newsletter.

  • Webinar: Vaccines in the time of COVID

    Join the Labor & Employment team for a timely webinar that will explore the issues surrounding vaccination for employers.

  • Podcast: Vaccines in the time of COVID

    In the time of Coronavirus with many municipalities implementing restrictions on business and individual activity, employers are anxious to return to normal operations with staff onsite as soon as possible. With vaccines becoming available, employers may be wondering, can I require my employees to get the COVID vaccine?

  • DOL Issues Final Rule on Independent Contractor Status

    On January 7, 2021, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) issued a final rule that clarifies how employers should determine who is an independent contractor and who is an employee for purposes of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA).

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presentations

"Vaccines in the time of COVID" McGlinchey webinar, February 8, 2021

"Bring Your Own Policy: Post-Election, Now What?" McGlinchey webinar, December 10, 2020

published articles

"Vaccines, testing, screening: What can employers require of employees to get back to work?" Baton Rouge Business Report, February 24, 2021

"Vaccines in the Time of COVID: An Employer’s Perspective," Alabama Bankers Association Board Briefs, December 2020

Education

  • Michigan State University College of Law (J.D., cum laude, 2011)
  • University of Michigan (B.A., 2008)

Admissions

Bar Admissions
  • Florida
  • Michigan
Court Admissions
  • U.S. District Court for the Middle District of Florida
  • U.S. District Court for the Southern District of Florida
  • U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Florida

Honors

  • Florida Super Lawyers "Rising Stars" (Banking, Appellate, Employment & Labor: Employer, Business/Corporate), 2018–2020

Outside the Office

In his spare time, Chase enjoys the beach and/or the pool, playing the guitar and almost any kind of Michigan sports.