How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a class action case?

Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.

Does Thomas offer a free consultation?

Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.

How long do class action cases in California typically take?

Simple class action 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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.

Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?

Thomas is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Thomas 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 Thomas?

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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.

Is Thomas accepting new class action clients right now?

Thomas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

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Thomas Borncamp, Class Action Attorney in Los Angeles, California

Over 30 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, Consumer, and Contracts

PartneratYukevich Cavanaugh

Los Angeles, CA

Practicing class action in Los Angeles since 1996.

30+: Years practicing
1: Bar admission

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Based in: Los Angeles, CA
Experience: over 30 years
Known for: Class Action · Consumer · Contracts

Handles Class Action, Consumer, and Contracts matters from Los Angeles, CA.
Over 30 years of practice as a licensed attorney.

Areas of practice

Thomas's practice areas in Los Angeles

Thomas concentrates on class action, consumer, contracts, general, and litigation. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.

Class Action cases in Los Angeles, California

Thomas takes class action matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Thomas agrees to represent you.

Consumer cases in Los Angeles, California

Thomas takes consumer matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Thomas agrees to represent you.

Contracts cases in Los Angeles, California

Thomas takes contracts matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Thomas agrees to represent you.

General cases in Los Angeles, California

Thomas takes general matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Thomas agrees to represent you.

Litigation cases in Los Angeles, California

Thomas takes litigation matters in Los Angeles, California. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Thomas agrees to represent you.

Biography

Thomas Borncamp, class action attorney serving Los Angeles

Thomas Borncamp is a partner based in Los Angeles, CA. The practice focuses on Class Action, Consumer, and Contracts. Thomas has over 30 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Yukevich Cavanaugh. Thomas works from Los Angeles, California and takes on class action matters across the region.

Thomas Borncamp has been lead and co-lead trial counsel in numerous products liability and other complex cases. Mr. Borncamp has tried cases involving football helmets, sporting goods and tires, as well as cases arising from motorcycle, automobile, bus, aviation and commercial truck accidents. He has also represented corporations, manufacturers, and individuals in litigation across the country involving sporting goods, fitness products, commercial disputes, class actions, consumer fraud and protection, TCPA, and toxic tort claims.

Mr. Borncamp won the Litigator of the Year Award and awards for outstanding trial results as lead counsel from the Interinsurance Exchange of the Automobile Club. Mr. Borncamp has been recognized by Law & Politics as a Southern California Super Lawyers Rising Star in the field of civil litigation. His last three defense verdicts, including two for helmet manufacturers, have been recognized by the Daily Journal as Top Verdicts after plaintiffs sought a combined $80 million from the corporate defendants.

Mr. Borncamp has not only defended helmet and protective mask manufacturers in concussion and catastrophic brain injury litigation, he has been a speaker on the topic for the Federation of Defense and Corporate Counsel and the Association of Corporate Counsel. He has successfully defended vehicle, tire, sporting goods, safety equipment, head protection, fire protection, respiratory protection and other product manufacturers and Fortune 500 Companies in high-exposure, complex lawsuits and class actions across the United States. He also defended hotel and apartment complexes in premises liability and other negligence cases, defended and advised companies in Proposition 65 matters, and represented clients in contractual disputes. Mr. Borncamp has also been a presenter on trial practice, discovery, document retention policies and witness preparation for numerous corporate clients. His practice also involves managing national and regional litigation and providing specialized guidance regarding discovery to U.S. and foreign corporate defendants.

He is a member of the Society of Automotive Engineers, the Defense Research Institute, National Fire Protection Association, and the Legal Task Force for the Sports & Fitness Industry Association.

Mr. Borncamp graduated with high honors from the University of California, Davis in 1992 with a BA in history and political science. He received his JD from Loyola Law School, Los Angeles, in 1996, and was admitted to practice in California that same year. He joined Yukevich | Cavanaugh in April of 2000.

Representative Matters

• Plunkett v. Fox Head, Inc. – Read Details

United States District Court, Southern District of California, San Diego – October 2, 2019

• Wisdom v. Easton Diamond Sports, LLC – Read Details

United States Disrict Court, Los Angeles, CA – February 11, 2019

• Acuna v. Riddell, Inc. – Read Details

Stanley Mosk Superior Court, Los Angeles, CA – March 20, 2014

• Sohn v. Easton-Bell Sports, Inc. – Read Details

Van Nuys Superior Court, Van Nuys, CA – August 15, 2013

• Goldberg v. Ritz-Carlton Hotel Company et al. – Read Details

Long Beach Superior Court, Long Beach, CA – July 1, 2012

• Pappalardo v. Easton-Bell Sports, Inc. et al. – Read Details

United States District Court, New Jersey – December 23, 2011

• Delloro v. Michelin North America, Inc. – Read Details

Los Angeles, California – August 18, 2006

• Quinney v. Hyundai Motor America – Read Details

Los Angeles, California – 2004

• Reyes v. Hyundai Motor Company – Read Details

Orange County Superior Court, Santa Ana, CA – October 1, 2001

• Carver v. Michelin North America – Read Details

San Diego Superior Court, San Diego, CA – September 4, 2001

• Vandenburg v. Honda Research & Development Co.

Atlantic County Superior Court, Atlantic City, NJ – November 21, 1990

Thomas's approach to class action cases

Clients Thomas works with

Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, consumer, and contracts matters in Los Angeles and the surrounding California area.

Credentials

Credentials — where Thomas studied and practices

Loyola Law School
J.D. · 1996
University of California at Davis
B.A. · 1992

Jurisdictions

Thomas's state bar admissions

California United St
1996 · ACTIVE

Thomas studied at J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.A. in University of California at Davis.

Law school and academic background

Thomas completed J.D. in Loyola Law School and B.A. in University of California at Davis. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Thomas runs in California is where that training gets applied to real client questions.

Affiliations

Thomas's professional memberships and bar associations

State Bar of California
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Locations

Thomas Borncamp's office in Los Angeles

Thomas's primary office is at 355 South Grand Avenue, 15th Floor, Los Angeles, CA, 90071. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.

Main office

Yukevich Cavanaugh

355 South Grand Avenue, 15th Floor

Los Angeles, CA 90071

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Hiring guide

How to hire Thomas Borncamp — what to expect in your first consultation

Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Thomas usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.

Consultation formats and pricing

Thomas charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas'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; Thomas will tell you what matters and what doesn't.

Questions to ask a class action attorney in Los Angeles, California

A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 Thomas

Thomas discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.

Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options

Every class action 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. Thomas confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.

Payment methods and payment plans

Thomas's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.

Frequently asked

Frequently asked questions about Thomas Borncamp

How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Thomas walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Thomas offer a free consultation?
Thomas charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Thomas's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in California typically take?
Simple class action 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. Thomas gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Thomas take my case if I'm outside Los Angeles?
Thomas is licensed in California. Matters governed by California law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Thomas 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 Thomas?
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. Thomas will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Thomas accepting new class action clients right now?
Thomas's intake status shifts week to week. Submit the form; the office will confirm availability or refer the matter out.

Areas served

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