Michael J. "Mike" Thomson, Class Action Attorney in Boulder, Colorado
Over 24 years of legal practice · focused on Class Action, Personal Injury, and Product Liability
Boulder, CO
Practicing class action in Boulder since 2002.
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Michael J. "Mike" Thomson is an attorney based in Boulder, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Class Action, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Michael has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Purvis Thomson LLP.
- Based in
- Boulder, COLORADO
- Experience
- over 24 years
- Known for
- Class Action · Personal Injury · Product Liability
- Handles Class Action, Personal Injury, and Product Liability matters from Boulder, COLORADO.
- Over 24 years of practice as a licensed attorney.
- Recognized with Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Boulder) (2024).
About Michael J. "Mike" Thomson: Michael J. "Mike" Thomson is an attorney based in Boulder, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Class Action, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Michael has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Purvis Thomson LLP.
Areas of practice
Michael's practice areas in Boulder
Michael concentrates on class action, personal injury, and product liability. Each area below outlines the kind of case Michael handles, typical outcomes to expect, and how the intake process starts.
Class Action
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Personal Injury
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Product Liability
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Class Action cases in Boulder, Colorado
Michael takes class action matters in Boulder, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Personal Injury cases in Boulder, Colorado
Michael takes personal injury matters in Boulder, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Product Liability cases in Boulder, Colorado
Michael takes product liability matters in Boulder, Colorado. Typical engagements include intake calls to scope the issue, review of any records or filings you already have, and a written strategy memo before Michael agrees to represent you.
Biography
Michael J. "Mike" Thomson, class action attorney serving Boulder
Michael J. "Mike" Thomson is an attorney based in Boulder, COLORADO. The practice focuses on Class Action, Personal Injury, and Product Liability. Michael has over 24 years of legal experience. Currently practicing at Purvis Thomson LLP. Michael works from Boulder, Colorado and takes on class action matters across the region.
Mike Thomson joined Purvis Thomson, LLP in the fall of 2001. Since then, he has represented plaintiffs in a variety of civil lawsuits. Mike limits his practice entirely to civil litigation. The majority of his cases involve either serious automobile and trucking accidents or complex litigation including product liability, civil rights violations, brain injury/spinal chord injuries and wrongful death. He was the lead attorney in separate wrongful death product liability actions against Taser International, Inc. and Daimler Trucks North America, Inc. He was co-counsel with John Purvis in a defective seatback case against Ford Motor Company in which the jury returned a verdict of more than $2.9 million in damages.
A number of Mike's cases have been written up in both the Denver Post and the Daily Camera. Mike Thomson's practice has given him experience in Federal and State District Courts as well as Federal and State Appellate Courts. His experience both before and after joining the firm gives him detailed knowledge of the operations of various governmental entities and the laws which govern the operations of such entities.
Mike does a significant amount of pro bono work.He grew up in the northwest suburbs of Chicago, graduating from Elk Grove High School in 1984. He graduated from Central Michigan University in 1991 summa cum laude with a bachelor's of science degree in accounting. His love for the mountains brought him to Boulder, Colorado where he attended law school. Mike Thomson graduated from the University of Colorado School of Law in 1994.
After graduating from law school, Mike worked as a political consultant in the state of Colorado for candidates for U.S. Senate, House of Representatives, State Legislature, District Attorney, and local school board. From January 1999 thru June 2000, Mike Thomson was the Director of Community Relations and Lobbyist for the Boulder Valley School District. During his tenure with the school district, the Daily Camera in an editorial once referred to him as "The ambassador for our schools." Just as he was a strong advocate for the students of Boulder Valley School District, he is now a strong advocate for his clients and their rights.
Mike has spent his entire legal career working with John Purvis and Bill Gray, working for them as a law clerk while he was in law school and then returning to the firm as an associate attorney in 2001. He is honored to be part of a law firm that practices law with such distinction and integrity.
Michael's approach to class action cases
Mike Thomson joined Purvis Thomson, LLP in the fall of 2001. Since then, he has represented plaintiffs in a variety of civil lawsuits. Mike limits his practice entirely to civil litigation. The majority of his cases involve either serious automobile and trucking accidents or complex litigation including product liability, civil rights violations, brain injury/spinal chord injuries and wrongful…
Clients Michael works with
Michael reviews new inquiries case-by-case for class action, personal injury, and product liability matters in Boulder and the surrounding Colorado area.
Credentials
Credentials — where Michael studied and practices
University of Colorado at Boulder
J.D. · 1994
Central Michigan University
B.A.Sc. · 1991
Jurisdictions
Michael's state bar admissions
Colorado
2002 · ACTIVE
Michael studied at J.D. in University of Colorado at Boulder and B.A.Sc. in Central Michigan University.
Law school and academic background
Michael completed J.D. in University of Colorado at Boulder and B.A.Sc. in Central Michigan University. Formal legal training is one signal of substantive knowledge — the day-to-day practice Michael runs in Colorado is where that training gets applied to real client questions.
Recognition
Michael's legal honors and published work
Michael has received 6 formal recognitions from bar associations, industry bodies, and peer-review services.
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Boulder)
2024
Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice:
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law
2026
Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs
2026
Legal awards and honors
Lawyer of the Year — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (Boulder) (2024). Best Lawyers in America — Mass Tort Litigation / Class Actions - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Personal Injury Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Additional Areas of Practice: (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Civil Rights Law (2026). Best Lawyers in America — Product Liability Litigation - Plaintiffs (2026).
Locations
Michael J. "Mike" Thomson's office in Boulder
Michael's primary office is at 4440 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite 100, Boulder, Colorado, 80303. In-person meetings are by appointment; a phone intake usually comes first.
Purvis Thomson LLP
4440 Arapahoe Avenue, Suite 100
Boulder, Colorado 80303
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How to hire Michael J. "Mike" Thomson — what to expect in your first consultation
Working with a new class action attorney should feel structured. Here's how the first two conversations with Michael usually go, from the moment you request a consult to the day representation begins.
Consultation formats and pricing
Michael charges for the initial consult. That fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael'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; Michael will tell you what matters and what doesn't.
Questions to ask a class action attorney in Boulder, Colorado
A short list to run through before you commit: How many class action 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 Michael
Michael discusses fees during intake so the arrangement fits the matter. Contingency, hourly, and flat-fee options are all common in class action practice — ask which fits.
Hourly rates, contingency fees, and flat-fee options
Every class action 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. Michael confirms the model in the engagement letter before any work starts.
Payment methods and payment plans
Michael's office accepts standard payment methods. Ask about payment plans if the retainer is a stretch — many class action practices work with clients on structured schedules.
Frequently asked
Frequently asked questions about Michael J. "Mike" Thomson
How much does it cost to hire Michael for a class action case?
Cost depends on the type of matter, the fee model (contingency, flat, hourly), and how contested the case becomes. Michael walks through the likely range during the consult so there are no surprises.
Does Michael offer a free consultation?
Michael charges for the initial consult; that fee is credited toward representation if you retain Michael's office. Some class action attorneys offer free consults — check Michael's current terms during booking.
How long do class action cases in Colorado typically take?
Simple class action 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. Michael gives a realistic estimate for your facts at the consult — vague answers here are a red flag.
Can Michael take my case if I'm outside Boulder?
Michael is licensed in Colorado. Matters governed by Colorado law are the natural fit. Out-of-state matters are handled case-by-case, sometimes with local co-counsel. Ask during intake — Michael 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 Michael?
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. Michael will filter what matters — over-preparing at intake is always cheaper than needing a second meeting.
Is Michael accepting new class action clients right now?
Michael'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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