My focus is family law, and my approach is focused on helping clients navigate the complex and emotional experience of family law issues including divorce, determining parenting time, child custody and support, dividing property, and deciding alimony. My goal is always the best possible outcome given my client’s objectives. I also seek to minimize the negative emotional and economic impact of the divorce process on children within the family system. (Studies have shown that children in high conflict divorces do not do as well later in life, as the children in low conflict divorces.) While I am a fierce advocate for my clients, I never deliberately fan the flames of conflict and anger that may hinder the process of resolving the case or that eventually have a harmful effect on the children. I guide my clients through every step of the divorce process, from filing the initial petition, preparing for and attending mediation, participating in settlement conferences, and if necessary, preparing and appearing for trial. While most of my cases settle out of court, I have the experience to manage your case through a full-blown divorce trial. My trial experience in divorce, includes the establishment of child custody and parenting time, child support, spousal maintenance/alimony, and the division of marital property. I have also litigated modification of child custody and parenting time for marital and non-marital children, modification of child support, enforcement of orders for spousal maintenance and child support, third party and grandparent custody and visitation, orders for protection, and harassment restraining orders. Prior to becoming an attorney, I owned a small business, and I draw on that experience to negotiate fair and equitable property settlements, parenting plans, and even prenuptial agreements that help protect the rights and assets of soon to become newlyweds.

John Roach has focused his career on assisting clients involved in complex family law and landlord-tenant disputes. From parents involved in child custody or divorce proceedings to landlords pursuing eviction matters, John has experience providing high-quality representation in a wide range of litigation matters. Prior to founding Roach Law PLLC, John worked as a managing partner of a successful family law, criminal defense, and landlord-tenant law firm in Roseville, Minnesota. John graduated cum laude from North Dakota State University and magna cum laude from Mitchell Hamline School of Law. During law school, John taught Constitutional Law through the Marshall Brennan program, and served for two years on the Mitchell Hamline Law Review journal. John is currently a member of the Minnesota State Bar Association and is listed on the Minnesota Parent-Attorney Roster. In 2021, John was selected to Expertise’s list of Best Divorce Lawyers. John also has the distinction of being selected as a Rising Star by Super Lawyers in both 2021 and 2022. John has a proven record of success throughout his practice as an attorney. From successfully arguing before the Minnesota Court of Appeals on divorce and criminal law matters to obtaining exceptional results for clients in child custody and divorce proceedings, John has demonstrated hard work and dedication to achieving client goals. He believes that close, open communication is essential to providing the best outcomes for his clients.

Ryan represents individuals who are contemplating or going through divorce, dealing with child support, custody, or paternity issues, and more. As a lawyer in our family law practice group, Ryan can help with any legal issue related to divorce or another family law matter. Ryan brings his extensive family law experience to work for every client. He considers practicing family law a privilege, as it allows him to have a direct, positive impact on his clients and their everyday lives. Whether you are dealing with division of property, business interests, or issues with children, Ryan is deeply aware of the consequences of his professional performance and guidance in these most sensitive of cases. Every case and every client are important.