Thomas Frederick Vandenburg, Agriculture Attorney in Glendale, California
focused on Agriculture, Environmental, and General
PartneratWood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
Glendale, CA
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Thomas Frederick Vandenburg is a partner based in Glendale, CA. The practice focuses on Agriculture, Environmental, and General. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
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- Glendale, CA
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- Agriculture · Environmental · General
- Handles Agriculture, Environmental, and General matters from Glendale, CA.
About Thomas Frederick Vandenburg: Thomas Frederick Vandenburg is a partner based in Glendale, CA. The practice focuses on Agriculture, Environmental, and General. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
Areas of practice
Practice areas handled by Thomas Frederick Vandenburg
Thomas concentrates on agriculture, environmental, general, litigation, and workers comp. Each area below outlines the kind of case Thomas handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Agriculture
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Agriculture cases in Glendale, California
Thomas takes agriculture matters in Glendale, 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.
Environmental cases in Glendale, California
Thomas takes environmental matters in Glendale, 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 Glendale, California
Thomas takes general matters in Glendale, 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 Glendale, California
Thomas takes litigation matters in Glendale, 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.
Workers Comp cases in Glendale, California
Thomas takes workers comp matters in Glendale, 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
About Thomas Frederick Vandenburg — Attorney of California agriculture experience
Thomas Frederick Vandenburg is a partner based in Glendale, CA. The practice focuses on Agriculture, Environmental, and General. Currently practicing at Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP.
Tom Vandenburg is a partner in WSHB’s Glendale office where his legal practice focuses on environmental, toxic tort and habitability litigation. In his over 30 years practicing law, he has successfully handled numerous complex litigation matters throughout California and in the states of Washington, Nevada, Arizona and Colorado. Tom’s environmental practice includes high-exposure multi-party CERCLA cases, Clean Water Act storm water litigation, claims brought under California’s Proposition 65, state law nuisance claims, and others. His toxic tort practice covers personal injury claims involving alleged occupational and environmental exposures to pesticides, soil fumigants, benzene, VOC’s, hexavalent chromium, metals, industrial solvents, asbestos, silica, and mold. His habitability practice includes the defense of property owners, property managers and the owners and operators of hotels and mobile home parks.
Tom has served as trial counsel/lead attorney for many high-profile clients, securing environmental, toxic tort and habitability solutions for those clients, including a major university system, numerous public entities, and many large agricultural companies, manufacturers and property owners. His most recent courtroom success was securing a $3.59 million judgment for an industrial heating client in a CERCLA cost recovery action. His experience also includes the successful defense of multiple actions for an international automotive manufacturer and the defense of numerous asbestos personal injury claims.
Newsroom
News
•An Agreement to Toll under CEQA Requires the Input and Agreement of all Necessary and Indispensable Parties
Case Updates, 7.30.21
•Superstar Environmental Litigator Joins WSHB
Newsroom, 1.23.17
Events, Seminars & Speaking Engagements
•“Vapor Intrusion in California: Regulation, Litigation and Coverage” Environmental and Emerging Claim Manager Association Annual Conference, April 20, 2023 (with Elizabeth Brockman, Robert Burkholder and Alborz Wozniak)
•“Trial and Litigation Themes in Environmental and Coverage Litigation: Depositions, Motion Practice, Mediation and Trial” Environmental and Emerging Claim Manager Association Annual Conference, April 22, 2022 (with Alex Potente and Todd Betanzos)
•“Dry Cleaner Litigation - Pay Now or Pay Later!” Environmental and Emerging Claim Manager Association Annual Conference, Orlando, Florida, May 2, 2019 (with Elizabeth Brockman, Eleanor Barr and Alborz Wozniak)
•“Hot Topics in Toxic Torts: Pesticide Litigation; Diacetyl Litigation; PCE Dry Cleaner Litigation” Environmental and Emerging Claim Manager Association Annual Conference, Orlando, Florida, April 27, 2018 (with Tracy M. Lewis)
•'Vapor Intrusion - Regulatory Update, Technical Issues and Legal Implications' The National Forum for Environmental and Toxic Tort Issues, 23rd Annual Conference, Chicago, Illinois, September 22, 2016 (with Alborz Wozniak and Paul Nuti)
In the News
•California Court Grants Summary Judgment Plus Costs to Chemical Manufacturer in a Product Liability Case
•Powerhouse WSHB Team Successfully Argues Right of Intervention Before Ninth Circuit
•Global Web Retailer Potentially Liable for Failing to Provide Warnings
•An Agreement to Toll under CEQA Requires the Input and Agreement of all Necessary and Indispensable Parties
Honors & Recognitions
•Selected as one of the Best Lawyers in America for Litigation - Environmental in Glendale, CA (2026)
Working with Thomas on a agriculture matter
Tom Vandenburg is a partner in WSHB’s Glendale office where his legal practice focuses on environmental, toxic tort and habitability litigation. In his over 30 years practicing law, he has successfully handled numerous complex litigation matters throughout California and in the states of Washington, Nevada, Arizona and Colorado. Tom’s environmental practice includes high-exposure multi-party…
Who Thomas represents
Thomas reviews new inquiries case-by-case for agriculture, environmental, and general matters in Glendale and the surrounding California area.
Credentials
Thomas Frederick Vandenburg's legal education and bar admissions
University of Virginia
J.D. · 1992
University of Virginia
B.A. · 1989
Thomas studied at J.D. in University of Virginia and B.A. in University of Virginia.
Law school and academic background
Thomas completed J.D. in University of Virginia and B.A. in University of Virginia. 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
Memberships California State Bar, Environmental Section (formerly elected member of the Executive Committee) California State Bar, Litigation Section
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Locations
Thomas Frederick Vandenburg's office in Glendale
Thomas's primary office is at 505 North Brand Boulevard, Suite 1100, Glendale, CA, 91203-3804. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Wood, Smith, Henning & Berman LLP
505 North Brand Boulevard, Suite 1100
Glendale, CA 91203-3804
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How to hire Thomas Frederick Vandenburg — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new agriculture 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 agriculture attorney in Glendale, California
A short list to run through before you commit: How many agriculture 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 agriculture practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every agriculture 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 agriculture practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Thomas Frederick Vandenburg
How much does it cost to hire Thomas for a agriculture 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 agriculture attorneys offer free consults — check Thomas's current terms during booking.
How long do agriculture cases in California typically take?
Simple agriculture 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 Glendale?
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 agriculture 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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