Kurt Zaner

Kurt Zaner is a nationally recognized trial attorney and the founder of Zaner Law, a firm dedicated to representing individuals against corporations that refuse to take responsibility. He has secured multiple record-setting verdicts, including a $30 million federal jury verdict and the largest premises liability verdict in Colorado history at $16 million. His results also include multimillion-dollar recoveries in trucking crashes, electrocution cases, and catastrophic injury claims—many of which rank among the largest in their respective categories.

Kurt’s practice focuses on high-stakes personal injury litigation, where he regularly takes on powerful corporate defendants. Known for his innovative trial strategies and relentless advocacy, he combines disciplined legal preparation with compelling storytelling to achieve exceptional outcomes for his clients.

A sought-after national speaker, Kurt frequently lectures on trial techniques, legal writing, and advanced discovery strategies that drive top-value settlements and verdicts. He has presented for organizations such as the American Association of Justice, Trial Lawyers University, and numerous state trial lawyer associations across the country. His work has also been featured in major media outlets, including Good Morning America, World News Tonight, and the Denver Post.

Before founding his practice, Kurt graduated near the top of his class and received the American Bar Association and American Law Institute’s Best Graduate Award. He went on to clerk for United States District Judge Ken Marra, where he developed a deep understanding of persuasive advocacy at both the trial and appellate levels.

With a background in stage acting, Kurt brings a unique theatrical dimension to his trial work, drawing on storytelling techniques and even ancient Roman advocacy methods to connect with juries. Through his leadership and results-driven approach, he continues to set new standards in trial advocacy—standing up for individuals and delivering justice against even the most formidable opponents.