Stephen M. Burstein - Denver, CO
Attorney at The Law Firm of Springer & Steinberg
Criminal Defense Lawyers in Denver, CO
1400 S. Colorado Blvd #500 Denver, CO 80222
- Free Consultation
- 1 Super Lawyers®
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15
Years
Experience
Denver Criminal Defense Lawyer
Updated: 02/16/2026
Areas of Practice
- Criminal Defense
Attorney Information
Overview
Stephen M. Burstein is recognized as a Top 40 under 40 Trial Lawyer by the National Trial Lawyers, included in America’s Top 100 Criminal Defense Attorneys, and is Lead Counsel Rated for Criminal Law – State Felony & Misdemeanor. Mr. Burstein focuses his practice primarily on criminal and DUI defense. He was a Deputy District Attorney in the 18th Judicial District, serving both Arapahoe and Douglas counties. Mr. Burstein has argued over eighty trials to verdict and takes pride in his aggressive and effective litigation.
“The courtroom is a place where the individual is lost by the commotion and confusion of the system. My satisfaction comes from being a force and an advocate for my client’s rights. I became a lawyer to inject creativity and ingenuity into the process, and to make the system view my client as a person – not just another case.” – Stephen M. Burstein
Awards and Honors
Honors
- Selected to Rising Stars: 2022 - 2025
- Recognized in Best Lawyers: Ones to Watch® since 2021
Other Sources of Feedback About Stephen M. Burstein
Included on the 2025 Colorado Super Lawyers list
Past Lists
- 2024 Colorado Super Lawyers list
- 2023 Colorado Super Lawyers list
- 2022 Colorado Super Lawyers list
Education
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Legal Education
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University of Denver Sturm College of Law,
Denver,
Colorado, 2011
J.D.
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University of Denver Sturm College of Law,
Denver,
Colorado, 2011
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Non Legal Education
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The Ohio State University,
Ohio, 2007
B.A.
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The Ohio State University,
Ohio, 2007
Current Employment Position(s)
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Partner
Bar Admissions
- Colorado, 2011
- U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, 2014
Other Affiliations
- Douglas County Bar Association
- Colorado Bar Association
- Colorado Criminal Defense Bar Association
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Contact
1400 S. Colorado Blvd
#500
Denver, CO 80222
Phone: 303-861-2800
Email: Send a message
Hours: Monday - Friday (8:00AM - 5:30PM)
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