Atty. Thomas E. Ullrich
Tom Ullrich regularly represents corporate clients, throughout the United States, in cases involving employment discrimination, occupational and fleet safety matters, OSHA compliance and enforcement issues, and a range of commercial claims such as products liability, including adulterated foods claims; personal injury, including claims involving tractor trailers and commercial equipment; contracts, including cases involving procurement and Uniform Commercial Code issues; toxic torts, including claims of exposure to toxic substances; and securities. In addition, he regularly develops corporate
Business Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Harrisonburg, VA · 38+ Years Experience
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About Thomas E. Ullrich at a Glance
Thomas E. Ullrich is a Partner based in Harrisonburg, Virginia, practicing at Wharton Aldhizer & Weaver PLC. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on employment, business, product liability, litigation, and environmental. Admitted to practice in Virginia (1988), Maryland (1988), New York (1988), and West Virginia (2003). Educated at St. John's University (J.D., 1987) and St. John's University (B.A., 1976). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Serves clients in Harrisonburg, VA and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Thomas E. Ullrich
- Tom Ullrich regularly represents corporate clients, throughout the United States, in cases involving employment discrimination, occupational and fleet safety matters, OSHA compliance and enforcement issues, and a range of commercial claims such as products liability, including adulterated foods claims
- personal injury, including claims involving tractor trailers and commercial equipment
- contracts, including cases involving procurement and Uniform Commercial Code issues
- toxic torts, including claims of exposure to toxic substances
- and securities
- In addition, he regularly develops corporate policies and procedures for clients, assists clients with federal contract compliance and audits, and guides clients through corporate governance issues
- Mr. Ullrich has handled complex employment claims, including FLSA collective actions, Title VII and ADA class actions, OSHA administrative hearings and other employment, products liability and commercial matters in more than fifteen states, and has tried cases to verdict in many states
- Mr. Ullrich serves as rapid response counsel for a national company, assisting in the identification of issues and direct investigation of serious occupational and fleet accidents
- Representative Experience Worked as a workers' compensation investigator for New York State and later as an investigator for the Office of the New York State Attorney General Completed a judicial clerkship for the Honorable H. Emory Widener, Jr., of the United States Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit Memberships & Awards Virginia's Legal Elite, Virginia Business Magazine Best Lawyers in America Super Lawyers Magazine AV Rated with Martindale-Hubbell Virginia Association of Defense Attorneys Virginia State Bar Virginia Bar Association West Virginia Bar New York State Bar Maryland State Bar Pennsylvania State Bar Virginia Trucking Association
Practice Areas Explained
Thomas E. Ullrich's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Thomas E. Ullrich handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Harrisonburg.
Employment Law in Harrisonburg
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
Thomas E. Ullrich is one of 167,770 employment attorneys indexed nationally. Browse employment attorneys in Virginia →
Business & Corporate Law in Harrisonburg
Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.
Thomas E. Ullrich is one of 497,491 business attorneys indexed nationally. Browse business attorneys in Virginia →
Product Liability in Harrisonburg
Thomas E. Ullrich is one of 65,610 product liability attorneys indexed nationally. Browse product liability attorneys in Virginia →
Civil Litigation in Harrisonburg
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
Thomas E. Ullrich is one of 450,751 litigation attorneys indexed nationally. Browse litigation attorneys in Virginia →
Environmental Law in Harrisonburg
Environmental attorneys for regulatory compliance, contamination, land use, and natural resource law.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Harrisonburg
Practicing law in Virginia. Legal matters in Virginia are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Harrisonburg are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Virginia state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Virginia brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Virginia courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Harrisonburg Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Harrisonburg-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Harrisonburg Choose Thomas E. Ullrich
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Thomas E. Ullrich's practice in the field of employment, business, product liability, litigation, and environmental.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Thomas E. Ullrich brings 38+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Virginia, Maryland, and New York, Thomas E. Ullrich can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment, business, and product liability, Thomas E. Ullrich can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Harrisonburg
A Harrisonburg-based practice means Thomas E. Ullrich attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
Case Types
Common Legal Issues Thomas E. Ullrich Handles in Harrisonburg
Below is a representative sample of the types of matters Thomas E. Ullrich has experience with under Virginia law. If your situation involves one of these case categories, this attorney may be well positioned to help you understand your options.
This list is illustrative, not exhaustive. Contact Thomas E. Ullrich directly to discuss the specifics of your situation.
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