Keith Gantenbein

Keith A. Gantenbein Jr. owns and manages Gantenbein Law Firm. He is a seasoned attorney. He specializes in real estate, foreclosure defense, HOA, and tax law. Keith has a distinguished career. He graduated from Barry University School of Law (J.D., 2007) and Colorado State University (B.A., English Literature and Criminal Justice, 2003). He has advocated for Colorado homeowners and businesses.

Keith began his legal career at top HOA law and foreclosure defense firms, where he gained invaluable experience navigating complex real estate and mortgage issues. He founded his own firm during the Great Recession to meet the demand for full legal representation in real estate, foreclosure, and mortgage law. His dedication to homeowners has prevented many foreclosures and resolved tough disputes, keeping families in their homes.

Keith is a leading voice in real estate and foreclosure reform in Colorado. He played a central role in drafting key homeowner protection laws, including House Bills 14-1130 and 14-1295, which strengthen safeguards for Colorado homeowners facing foreclosure. Keith also helped drive major changes to Colorado Rule of Civil Procedure 120, a reform approved by the Colorado Supreme Court in 2018 that expanded and clarified borrowers’ rights in foreclosure proceedings.

Beyond his legal practice, Keith is an active educator. He teaches Continuing Legal Education classes for attorneys and speaks at nationwide conferences. His insights have been featured in publications like The Denver Post, Wall Street Journal, and ABA Journal, as well as on major news outlets including ABC News and Fox News.

Keith’s expertise is in business, probate, estate planning, and tax law. He uses creative problem-solving to meet complex client needs. As a licensed Colorado realtor, he combines his legal knowledge with real estate transactions, ensuring clients get thorough legal advice.

Keith has been a Super Lawyers Rising Star for seven years. He excels at advocating for clients and winning tough cases.

Law Office Affiliations

• Owner, Gantenbein Law Firm
• Member, Colorado Consumer Bankruptcy Association
• Member, Colorado Bar Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Denver Bar Association
• Member, Colorado Consumer Protection Bar Association

Licensed State

• Colorado
• Michigan
• Wyoming

Education

• Barry University Dwayne O. Andreas School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Colorado State University
  BA in English

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