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    James Bostwick is a nationally certified medical malpractice specialist and founding member.

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Kevin Thelen

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Senior Trial Attorney

Kevin Thelen is a Senior Trial Attorney at Bostwick & Associates whose practice is devoted to complex medical malpractice litigation involving catastrophic and life-altering injuries. He represents individuals and families affected by profound medical harm, including cases involving emergency medicine, stroke, birth injury, and pediatric care, with a focus on injuries that require long-term and lifelong treatment. Kevin’s work centers on the human impact of medical negligence, advocating for clients whose lives have been permanently altered by preventable medical errors.

Extensive Medical Malpractice and Trial Experience

With 18 years of experience focused exclusively on medical malpractice law, Kevin has extensive first-chair trial experience and regularly handles complex cases independently, from initial investigation through trial and resolution. Known for his disciplined and methodical approach, he navigates highly technical medical issues with clarity and precision, working closely with medical experts to thoroughly evaluate records, establish liability, and present compelling evidence. Kevin’s long-standing exposure to the medical field through close family connections further informs his ability to understand complex clinical issues and translate them into persuasive, credible advocacy for both clients and juries.

Personalized Representation Rooted in Trust and Integrity

At the core of his practice is a commitment to personalized, client-centered representation built on trust, transparency, and respect. Maintaining a deliberately focused caseload allows Kevin to offer individualized attention and remain directly accessible to clients throughout every stage of their case. He works to reduce the stress and uncertainty clients face, ensuring they feel informed, supported, and confident that their matter is being handled with care and diligence. Every case is approached with integrity and compassion, presenting each client’s story with accuracy, dignity, and thoughtful strategy.

Education, Professional Affiliations, and Recognition

Kevin earned his Juris Doctor from Santa Clara University and his bachelor’s degree from UCLA, where he double majored in Political Science and Psychology. Recognized as one of the youngest members of ABOTA in the San Joaquin Valley and a current board member, he remains actively involved in professional organizations dedicated to advancing excellence in trial advocacy and plaintiff representation. He holds memberships in the California Bar Association, the Kern County Bar Association, the San Francisco Trial Lawyers Association, and the Consumer Attorneys of California. His experience, leadership, and ongoing professional engagement reinforce Bostwick & Associates’ reputation for handling complex, medically intensive litigation with skill and credibility.

Outside the office, Kevin enjoys spending time with his wife and his two children, staying active through golf, basketball, and fitness, as well as reading non-fiction, with a particular interest in science and history.

WHY CHOOSE BOSTWICK & ASSOCIATES?

  • James Bostwick Is A Nationally Certified Specialist By The American Board Of Professional Liability
  • Included In The List Of "Best Lawyers In America" By U.S. News - Best Lawyers® Since Its Inception In 1983
  • James Bostwick Received The Trial Lawyers "Presidential Award Of Merit"
  • Invite-Only Member Of The Inner Circle of Advocates, Limited To The Nation’s Top 100 Plaintiff Lawyers
  • Record-Setting Verdicts & Settlements In Four States, For Malpractice, Truck, And Auto Accidents
  • Best Lawyers® Trial Lawyer Of The Year In 2012
  • More Than $1 Billion In Settlements And Verdicts For Our Clients
  • Since January 2018, The Firm Has Twice Broken The California Record For Largest Medical Malpractice Settlements

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