Kurt Michael Zaner

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Kurt Michael Zaner

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 19 years

Personal injury Lawyer at Denver, CO
Practice Areas: Personal Injury, Car Accidents, Motorcycle Accident ... +3 more

1610 Wynkoop Street, Suite 120, Denver, CO

About Kurt

Biography

Your Champion - Providing top-shelf representation when you need the very best lawyers.

Your Champion - Providing top-shelf representation when you need the very best lawyers.

Your Champion - Providing top-shelf representation when you need the very best lawyers.

Practice Areas

6

Practice Areas

Personal Injury 30%

including Bicycle Accidents

30%
Car Accident 20%

20%
Motorcycle Accident 15%

15%
Trucking Accident 15%

15%
Birth Injury 10%

10%
Brain Injury 10%

10%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Contingency

30%-40%


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in Colorado for 16 years

State: Colorado

Acquired: 2009

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in Florida for 19 years

State: Florida

Acquired: 2007

Member in Good Standing

No misconduct found

Location

Zaner Law Personal Injury Lawyers

1610 Wynkoop Street, Suite 120, Denver, CO, 80202

zanerhardenlaw.com/

Online Presence

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Kurt Michael Zaner's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

52 Client Reviews

Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews | Character & Conduct

Posted by Jackie | May 06, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Kurt Zaner - Help in Tough Times

As a former litigation attorney, public defender, senior prosecuting attorney and judicial officer, I knew, when I heard that half of our friend’s family of four was killed by a drugged, drunk driver, that they needed the best counsel in Colorado. I called friends in another state and we were referre...d to Kurt Zaner. When he agreed to take the case, I had no idea what a difference he would make in the surviving mother and daughter’s recovery. Kurt cared for this family when they could not care for themselves. He knew that they were left both physically and emotionally devastated; he responded with grace, sensitivity and a profound understanding of their wounds. Justice is not always possible in the law, but our friends found a mercy and compassion at Zaner Harden Law that they needed more than any lawsuit. Kurt, Courtney and Monica didn’t just fight for our friends in their legal case; they understood that their clients needed hope when there was no hope to be had. Throughout both the personal injury and criminal proceedings, Kurt recognized that he wasn’t just their legal advocate but their counselor-at-law. I am still amazed at Zaner Harden’s ability to gain a favorable settlement despite legal odds I would have said were insurmountable. But even more, I was deeply touched at how the entire firm supported this family. Kurt is a smart, strategic and humane man in a profession that challenges us to remain compassionate. He leads from the front; his character and ethical compass set the standard for everyone at the firm. His staff are the epitome of professionalism, and show a warm, genuine and authentic courtesy to all. When I think of the qualities I most respect in the law and the pursuit of justice and its practitioners, Kurt’s face is the first that comes to my mind. His is the only name in Colorado I would call if I needed the best at the worst of times. Heart, soul and energetic intellect combined in one powerfully gifted attorney doing justice the way it was meant to be done. .

Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2017 | Hired Attorney

Outstanding Lawyer

I am a very picky individual and hiring Kurt Zaner to represent me after my accident was the best decision I could have made. From the start Kurt had my best interest at hand. Kurt treated me as the way he would want to be treated. I highly respect Kurt Zaner and truly thankful for having him as my l...awyer.

Posted by Sabrina | August 30, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Kurt Zaner will help every step of the way, but most importantly, he will fight for you

I was in an accident that left my car totaled, me with a head injury and a neck injury. Kurt Zaner and his team helped me every step of the way so I could get the help and treatment needed. I was always treated with kindness, compassion and respect. That all is important, but what it comes down to, ...is results at the end of the case. Kurt Zaner will fight for accident victims and is not afraid to take the case to trial. Insurance companies know that he is not intimidated. This is so important because you do NOT want someone who will just settle because it is easier. I am more than satisfied with the settlement they got for me and give my 100% recommendation. He not only truly enjoys his job, he is good at it. Money will not heal the injuries, but it is the only thing that can be awarded to help.

Posted by Jeff | August 28, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Great to work with, excellent results

Last year I was seriously injured my a motorist while I was riding my bicycle. After getting the run around by all insurance companies involved, I knew I had to get a specialist working for me. A friend who had a similar accident referred me to Kurt Zaner. The friend had previously been represente...d by a big advertising firm and found they were unresponsive, and he had a much better experience with Kurt. We choose Kurt right away after noticing the difference in attention between talking with him and a representative from another big advertiser. Kurt and his team were a joy to work with, letting me concentrate on the difficulties of my recovery instead of the case, yet keeping me fully informed of all developments. They prepared an extensive demand letter detailing all my injuries and their long term effects and all costs incurred and expected. The letter was so persuasive that the insurance companies settled for the full policy funds without us having to file a suit! The treatment from Kurt and his team, not to mention their results, has been one of the bright spots in a very trying time.

Posted by Howard | August 10, 2016 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

A very positive experience

First, let me say that I have never had an injury where I was required to hire an attorney. Having been hit by a truck while riding my bicycle I required legal representation. After interviewing many different attorneys, I chose Zaner Harden Law. My wife and I are extremely appreciative of all Mr.... Kurt Zaner and his staff have done for us. His high level of skill, knowledge, and professionalism has made this journey a relatively painless process. He or his paralegal, Jenny, were in constant contact with me keeping me up to date on all that was transpiring as we moved through the process. Kurt’s exceedingly high level of abilities made it seem almost effortless in how he presented my case so well. His actions left the opposing insurance company with virtually no option but to accept our demand for payment of their maximum limit of coverage. This was accomplished without having to go to trial. I am an airline pilot. In my profession, when someone would say an individual operates an aircraft so well that he is a “natural”, the truth is that there are no naturals, only individuals who work very hard at being the best at what they do. I believe this is a perfect analogy for Kurt along with the other attorneys and staff at his firm. Thanks to all at Zaner Harden Law firm and especially to Kurt for his skill and leadership.

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Kurt Michael Zaner's Lawyer Endorsements

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Dallas Norton

Car accident lawyer | Jun 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kurt is a well respected attorney in Colorado. He has taught and given presentations to other attorneys and is very qualified. Kurt seems to truly care about his clients and, unlike some bigger law firms, he will not treat you as a number."

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David Blair

Litigation lawyer | Aug 06

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I worked as co-counsel with Kurt on a piece of civil litigation. Not only did I really enjoy working with him, I also came away extremely impressed with his thoughts on strategy and our presentation of the case. I would work with him again and strongly recommend him to anyone in need of a civil litigator."

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Michael Waddington

Personal injury lawyer | May 26

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Kurt. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."

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Jarrett DeLuca

Personal injury lawyer | Jul 29

Relationship: Friend

"I know Kurt both personally and professionally, and would not hesitate to have him handle any personal injury or wrongful death matter. He is a skilled attorney, committed to his clients, and has a devoted work ethic. I highly recommend considering him for any personal injury matter you might have."

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Cajardo Lindsey

Personal injury lawyer | Mar 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kurt is a terrific lawyer and a man with style and class. You can't go wrong with him on your side."

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Justin McCormack

Personal injury lawyer | Sep 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I have known Mr. Zaner since his first year of law school at the University of Florida. Unlike most first-year law students, Mr. Zaner knew exactly what he wanted to do once he graduated: he wanted to represent people who were injured or wronged and help them achieve justice. Mr. Zaner's focus never waivered and it eventually resulted in him starting his own firm, Zaner Harden Law, to help the downhearted tell their story and have their day in court. If someone was in need of legal representation because they had been harmed by another, or wrongly accused of a crime, I would recommend they speak to Mr. Zaner without hesitation."

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Nicolas Geman

Personal injury lawyer | Aug 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Kurt Zaner is an exceptionally talented attorney. His commanding court room presence and powerful persuasive skills are backed by an equally impressive intellect and dogged desire to provide his clients with the best representation possible. I highly endorse Mr. Zaner as a personal injury attorney in Denver, CO and the greater front range area."

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Gregory Rawlings

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Kurt Zaner is an extremely bright young lawyer, as well as an exceptionally hard worker. He has an unlimited future in Denver."

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Matthew Holycross

Personal injury lawyer

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Nelson Waneka

Insurance lawyer

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David Blair

Criminal defense lawyer

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Geoffrey Petis

Personal injury lawyer

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Jarrett DeLuca

Personal injury lawyer

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Cajardo Lindsey

Criminal defense lawyer

Justin William McCormack headshot
Justin McCormack

Personal injury lawyer

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Charles Douglas

Personal injury lawyer

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Nicolas Geman

Criminal defense lawyer

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Joshua Cossey

Foreclosure lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2025

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2024

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2023

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Top Lawyer, 5280 Magazine

2022

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2022

Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers

2021

Best Lawyers, Best Lawyers

2021

Top Lawyer, 5280 Magazine

2021

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2020

Top Lawyer, 5280 Magazine

2020

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2019

Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers

2018

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2017

Top Lawyer - Top 14 Personal Injury Laywer, 5280 Magazine

2017

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Super Lawyer, SuperLawyers

2016

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2015

Top 40 Under 40, National Trial Lawyers

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2015

Rising Stars, Super Lawyers

2014

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Top 40 under 40, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Super Lawyers Rising Star 2014, Super Lawyers

2014

Rising Star, Super Lawyers

2006

Order of the Coif, University of Florida

2006

Order of the Coif, University of Florida

2006

Magna Cum Laude, University of Florida Law School

2006

Outstanding Graduate, University of Florida Trial Team

2006

ALI & ABA Best Graduate Award, American Law Institute

2005

Book Award Medical Malpractice, University of Florida

2004

John J. McNatt Scholarship, University of Florida

2002

Phi Beta Kappa, University of Florida

N/A

New Trial Lawyer of the Year for the State of Colorado, Colorado Trial Lawyers Association

N/A

Top 3 Best Rated Denver Injury Lawyer, Top 3 Best Rated Denver Injury Lawyer

Work Experience

2012 - Present

Co-Founder, Zaner Law Personal Injury Lawyers

2011 - 2012

Owner, Zaner Law

2011 - 2011

Associate, Bachus & Schanker, LLC

2009 - 2010

Associate, Springer & Steinberg, PC

2007 - 2009

Associate, Kozyak Tropin & Throckmorton, PA

2006 - 2007

Federal Law Clerk, United States District Court, S.D. Fla.

Associations

2022 - Present

American Association of Justice

Board of Governor (National)

2016 - Present

Colorado Trial Lawyer’s Association

Board Member (Elected)

2013 - Present

American Association of Justice

Chair of the Publications Committee (Sidebar)

2013 - Present

Colorado Trial Lawyer's Association

New Lawyer Chair

2013 - Present

American Association for Justice

Board of Governors, New Lawyer Division

2012 - Present

Colorado Trial Lawyers Association

Member

2009 - Present

Colorado Bar Association

Member

2009 - Present

Denver Bar Association

Member

2007 - Present

Florida Bar

Member

2006 - Present

Florida Blue Key

Vice President

2021 - 2022

Colorado Trial Lawyer’s Association

Executive & Legislative Committee

2020 - 2023

American Association of Justice

Budget Committee Member

2019 - 2020

American Association of Justice

Executive Committee Member

2018 - 2020

American Association of Justice

Board of Governor (National)

2016 - 2017

Colorado Trial Lawyer’s Association

Executive & Legislative Committee

2016 - 2016

American Association of Justice

Elected National President of NLD Division

2016 - 2016

American Association of Justice

Elected National Vice President of NLD Division

2015 - 2016

Colorado Trial Lawyer’s Association

Board Member (Appointed)

2015 - 2015

American Association of Justice

Elected National Treasurer of NLD Division

2014 - 2014

American Association of Justice

Elected National Secretary of NLD Division

2013 - 2013

American Association of Justice

Appointed Board of Governor on New Lawyers Division

2012 - 2015

Colorado Trial Lawyer’s Association

Membership Chair

2004 - 2006

Florida Trial Team

Advocate

2004 - 2006

Florida Law Review

Board Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Zaner Harden Law makes State Farm pay at trial.

After a five day trial, the jury disagreed and awarded $300,000.00 to the ZHL client, securing yet another victory against State Farm.

Bicyclist run over by County Dump Truck

A jury found the dump truck driver to be at fault, awarding our client the maximum amount under the law. http://kdvr.com/2015/04/23/jury-finds-in-favor-of-bicyclist-run-over-by-an-arapahoe-county-dump-truck/

Slip and fall outside Casino.

After litigating the case, Zaner Harden Law secured a settlement with the Casino for over $400,000.00

Motorcycle Wrongful Death Trial Verdict

$2,500,000 verdict. http://www.denverpost.com/news/ci_26629693/denver-jury-awards-2-5-million-hit-and

Large Settlement for woman in car crash.

Zaner Harden Law secured a settlement for the woman's policy limits of $300,000.00

Jury returns Million Dollar verdict after $40,000.00 offer.

At trial, the jury returned a verdict of over a million dollars with interest.

Verdict in Denver Federal District Court

Secured Record Breaking 30 million dollar verdict

Trucking Verdict in Colorado

Secured Top Trucking Verdict in Colorado in 2022 (4.3 million – personal injury/trucking crash)

Top Personal Injury Verdict

Secured #1 Top Personal Injury Verdict in all of Colorado in 2021 (10.6 million with interest – CRPS/electrocution)

Top Personal Injury verdict

Secured #1 Top Personal Injury verdict in all of Colorado in 2018 4 (16 million – largest premises liability verdict in history of Colorado for CRPS/electrocution).

Top 20 verdicts in Colorado

Secured 2 of the top 20 verdicts in Colorado (#6 and 16) in 2017 across all practice areas (2.5 million and 1.1 million)

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Education

2006

University of Florida, Fredric G. Levin College of Law

JD - Juris Doctor

2002

University of Florida

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2025

Wisconsin Association of Justice

Voir Dire

2025

Trial Lawyer University

Dramatic theater techniques for trial, Writing like a winner, and Voir Dire in 30 minutes or less, Premises Liability Masterclass, Live Voir Dire session

2025

Michigan Trial Summit,

Dramatic Techniques in Trial.

2025

Massachusetts Association of Justice

Dramatic Techniques in Trial.

2025

Idaho Association of Justice

Dramatic Techniques in Trial

2025

Annual Summer Convention

Featured Speaker

2024

Trial Lawyers University Summer Convention

Dramatic theater techniques for trial, writing like a winner, and Voir Dire in 30 minutes or less.

2024

Trial Lawyers University Fall Convention

Dramatic theater techniques for trial, Writing like a winner, and Voir Dire in 30 minutes or less.

2024

Louisiana Association of Justice

Dramatic Techniques in Trial

2024

Annual Summer Convention

Featured Speaker

2024

Advocacy Track at National Summer Convention

“Compelling visuals at Mediation.” and Featured Speaker on Motor Vehicle Track “Dramatic Techniques in Trial”

2023

Winter Convention

How to Win Your Case in a Page and a Half

2023

Trial Lawyers University Summer Convention

Dramatic theater techniques for trial, writing like a winner, and openings according to Cicero.

2023

Trial Lawyers University Fall Convention

Dramatic theater techniques for trial, writing like a winner, and openings according to Cicero.

2023

Annual Summer Convention

Featured Speaker

2022

Trial Lawyers University Convention

How to use dramatic theater techniques in trial.

2022

National Trial Lawyers Trial Bootcamp

One of 8 featured national faculty at this prestigious three day seminar on trial skills.

2022

Masters of Mass Tort Toxic Tort Seminar

Ethylene Oxide litigation against medical sterilizers.

2022

Featured Speaker at Annual Summer Convention

How to win physical impairment damages at trial

2022

Advocacy Track at National Winter Convention

How investigation and checklists can lead to successful settlements and verdicts.

2022

Advocacy Track at National Summer Convention

How to maximize settlement value at mediation.

2021

Writing Seminar

How to Win Your Case in a Page and a Half

2021

Virginia Trial Lawyers Association

How to Win Your Case in a Page and a Half

2021

Trial Lawyers University Convention

$8.4 million dollar CRPS/Electrocution verdict for Jon Valaer

2021

National Winter Convention

How to Win Your Case in a Page and a Half

2021

Louisiana Trial Lawyers Association

How to Win Your Case in a Page and a Half

2021

Advocacy Track at National Winter Convention

How to Win Your Case in a Page and a Half

2020

Motor Vehicle Accident Law Program

Spoliation from the Plaintiff’s perspective.

2020

Annual Summer Convention

How to ask for large damages in light of the damage caps.

2020

Annual Blockbuster Convention

How destroyed evidence can lead to a $16,000,000 verdict

2020

Annual Blockbuster Convention

Jury Selection in Colorado

2019

Trojan Horse

Main speaker for full-day Case Analysis CLE on our $16 million dollar verdict for Brian Warembourg in Boulder, Colorado 2019 – Case Analysis

2019

Trial Lawyer University

Webinar breaking down closing on $16 million dollar verdict for Brian Warembourg

2019

Summer Convention in Maui, Hawaii

CRPS, Explosions, and How to Win Your Case in a Page and a Half

2019

Marc Harden at New Trial Lawyers Bootcamp

Opening and Closings.

2019

Guest Speaker for Steve Vartizarian’s Case Analysis

Previewing the $16 million verdict in Boulder, Colorado

2018

Murray Ogborn at New Trial Lawyers Bootcamp

Opening and Closings

2018

Bad Faith Insurance Track at National Summer Convention in Denver

Developing the Bad Faith Claim

2017

Marc Harden at New Trial Lawyers Bootcamp

Opening Statements According to Cicero

2017

Featured Speaker on Advocacy Track at National Summer Convention in Boston

Preparing your Client to Win at Deposition

2017

Annual Blockbuster Convention

Discovering your way to a Great Settlement

2016

Sterling’s Seminar Personal Injury Law: From Start to Finish

Settlement and Negotiation Strategies

2016

Colorado Plaintiff’s Employment Law Annual Convention

How to Win Your Case in a Page and a Half

2016

Arkansas Trial Lawyer College

Opening Statements based on the Rhetoric tools of Cicero and the Greeks

2016

Annual Blockbuster Convention

How to Win Your Case in a Page and a Half

2016

Advocacy Track at National Summer Convention in Los Angeles

Settlement Strategies: The Best Defense is a Good Offense

2015

Trial Lawyer University

Webinar Case Analysis breaking down trial for $2.5 million dollar verdict on a DUI/Motorcycle wrongful death verdict

2015

Summer Convention

How to Win Your Case in a Page and a Half

2015

Featured Speaker on Advocacy Track at National Winter Convention in Palm Springs

How to Win Your Case in a Page and a Half

2015

Featured Speaker at National Summer Convention in Montreal

Overcoming Gender, Age, and Cultural Bias in Jury Selection

Publications

2025

Zaner Law Personal Injury Lawyers Denver car accident attorneys

2025

Zaner Law Personal Injury Lawyers Denver truck accident attorneys

2025

Zaner Law Personal Injury Lawyers Abogado de accidentes de auto en Denver

2025

Zaner Law Personal Injury Lawyers Abogado de lesiones personales en Denver

2025

Zaner Law Personal Injury Lawyers Denver personal injury attorneys

2020

Colorado Court of Appeals, Div. II. Warembourg v. Excel , 471 P.3d 1213 (Co. Ct. App. 2020)

2017

Good Counsel Lessons From Cicero

2015

American Association For Justice, Trial Edition Overcoming Liability Roadblocks in Bicycle Accident Case

2013

The Colorado Trial Lawyers’ Association publication Trial Talk, Volume 62, Issue 3, April/May 2013 publication at p. 26 (sole author). Sad But Preventable – a Trial Lawyer’s Quest to End Distracted Driving and Save Lives

2009

32 Houston Journal of International Law 1 (2009) (contributing author) “National Security Policy and Ratification of the Comprehensive Test Ban Treaty” .

2008

Federal Supplement of Cases, 2nd Edition Vidinliev v. Carey, 581 F.Supp. 2d 1281 (N.D. Ga. 2008).

2007

ABA’s The Brief, Tort Trial & Ins. Prac. Sec., Summer 2007, Vol. 35, No.4 (co-author) “Driving While on the Cell Phone; Punitive Damage Awards Should Come Through Loud and Clear”

Languages

English

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