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Contact
Email
Phone
(949) 438-5733
Address
1800 30th St., Bakersfield, CA, 93301, US
Professional
About
Thomas A. Brill is a seasoned personal injury attorney based in Bakersfield, California, with over 27 years of dedicated experience advocating for victims of serious and life-altering injuries. A Baltimore native and one of eight siblings, Thomas began his academic journey at a local state university before relocating to Los Angeles in 1982. He earned his Juris Doctor from the prestigious UCLA School of Law, where he studied from 1983 to 1986, and subsequently passed the California State Bar in 1986, establishing his legal practice in the state. Throughout his distinguished career, Thomas has achieved numerous multi-million dollar verdicts in high-stakes catastrophic injury and wrongful death cases, including a landmark $7.2 million verdict against the County of Kern. Notably, he secured an $8.9 million settlement for a client who suffered complete paralysis due to a defective Firestone tire. Thomas's expertise has garnered national attention, leading to appearances on various news outlets where he discussed significant cases, including a lawsuit against UCLA regarding mishandled remains in their willed body program and a high-profile case involving author Jack Kerouac's estate, which he helped reopen amid allegations of a fraudulent will. He also represented victims of a runaway golf cart incident, securing compensation for those affected. A strong proponent of community safety, Thomas believes that personal injury attorneys play a critical role in holding negligent parties accountable. He asserts, “We hope that we can secure a safer future for our own kids and grandkids by sending the message that sloppy work and unsafe habits will not be tolerated.” Fluent in Spanish, Thomas has successfully represented numerous Hispanic accident victims and has committed significant pro bono hours to assist individuals facing injustices without means for legal representation. He also serves as a mediator and arbitrator across multiple counties, aiding parties in resolving complex disputes efficiently. At Young Wooldridge, LLP, Thomas continues to champion the rights of injury victims, combining legal acumen with a deep commitment to client service.
About Wrongful Death Law
Wrongful death attorneys represent families who have lost loved ones due to the negligence of others. They seek compensation for the devastating loss. Common matters include fatal accidents, medical negligence deaths, workplace fatalities, product liability deaths.
Credentials
Education
1986 University of California at Los Angeles School of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1981 Towson University BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English | Spanish
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2017 Best Law Firm, The Bakersfield Californian's Best of Kern 2016 Favorite Law Firm, The Bakersfield Californian's Best of Kern 2016 AV, Martindale-Hubbell 2016 AV Preeminent Rated, Martindale-Hubbell 2016 AV Peer Review Rating, Martindale-Hubbell
Publications
2015 Bakersfield Now Wife, Attorneys Reflect on Doctor's Renewed Lawsuit Against City, Police 2014 The Bakersfield Californian County to pay $8.8 million to families of pedestrians fatally struck by deputy 2012 The Bakersfield Californian New Evidence Comes to Light in Harb Stroke Case
Associations
Kern County Bar Association Member California State Bar Association Member Consumer Attorneys of California Member American Association for Justice Member
Speaking
2015 Recognizing Your Client's Third Party Claims Recognizing Your Client's Third Party Claims
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Updated: May 25, 2026