Overview

Bostwick & Associates is one of the nation’s leading law firms representing victims in cases of medical and legal malpractice, wrongful death as well as other personal injury and professional liability cases for over 80 years combined. Founder James S. Bostick has cultivated a reputation of excellence among peers, colleagues, and clients – and has secured numerous record-setting verdicts and settlements.

As one of the premier California law firms, Bostwick & Associates has been recognized by U.S. News as one of the "Best Law Firms" and has received the Trial Lawyers "Presidential Award of Merit". We happily serve those in San Francisco, San Diego, Los Angeles, and the Inland Empire.

The firm has secured over $1 Billion in recovery for past clients and has set records for birth injury verdicts in five states. Through aggressive representation, Bostwick & Associates has the ability to assess your legal situation and create custom solutions to get you the best possible outcome in your specific case.

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Practice Areas:
8
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Best Lawyers Recognized:
1

Rankings

Regional

San Francisco

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San Francisco
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
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San Francisco
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Rankings

Regional

San Francisco

Tier
1
San Francisco
Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
Tier
1
San Francisco
Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs

Practice Areas

Bostwick & Associates has been ranked by Best Law Firms for excellence in 2 specialties, reflecting the firm's commitment to delivering outstanding legal services.
Additionally, the firm provides services in these practice areas:
  • Automobile Collision
  • Birth Trauma
  • Brain Injury
  • Catastrophic Injury
  • Medical Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs
  • Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
  • Professional Malpractice Law - Plaintiffs

Individuals Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America®

Bostwick & Associates proudly has 1 lawyer recognized for their outstanding professional performance in the 2025 edition of The Best Lawyers in America®. This peer-reviewed honor highlights individual excellence and directly qualifies the firm for consideration in the prestigious Best Law Firms rankings. For over four decades, Best Lawyers has been the gold standard for recognizing top legal talent, serving as the cornerstone for Best Law Firms awards. Learn more about our rigorous Best Lawyers research and selection process.
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Firm News

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July 31, 2023
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