Stephen J. Burg

Stephen J. Burg is a nationally acclaimed trial lawyer who advocates for victims of serious injuries and wrongful death. His practice spans auto crashes, trucking and motorcycle accidents, sexual assault, product liability, and dangerous drugs. Stephen’s reputation is backed by consistent recognition from top legal publications and peer-reviewed honors.

Stephen earned his Bachelor of Arts from the University of Wyoming in 2004. He then received his Juris Doctor from the University of Denver Sturm College of Law in 2007. He is licensed to practice in Colorado and Arizona and is also admitted to the U.S. District Court for the District of Colorado and the Tenth Circuit Court of Appeals.

Stephen has been named among the “Top 100 Trial Lawyers” by The National Trial Lawyers and recognized by Best Lawyers®, Super Lawyers®, and the Legal 500. He has also received accolades such as the “Face of Personal Injury Litigation” by 5280 Magazine and was selected for the Multi-Million Dollar Advocates Forum. His jury verdicts consistently rank among Colorado’s top outcomes.

Stephen supports legal advancement through professional affiliations with the American Board of Trial Advocates, the American Association for Justice, and the Colorado Trial Lawyers Association. He is a past president of The National Trial Lawyers’ “Top 40 Under 40” and serves on advisory boards such as APITLA, working to improve interstate trucking litigation standards.

Stephen J. Burg is committed to justice beyond the courtroom. He actively contributes to nonprofit causes like the Anti-Defamation League, ARC Thrift, and the Southern Poverty Law Center. His involvement in initiatives like the ZRBG Pension Project and Newborns in Need reflects his dedication to community and humanitarian efforts.

Law Office Affiliations

• Shareholder, Burg Simpson Eldredge Hersh & Jardine, P.C.
• Member, American Board of Trial Advocates
• Member, The National Trial Lawyers
• Co-founder, Colorado Judicial Institute Young Professionals
• Member, Colorado Judicial Institute
• Member, Colorado Trial Lawyers Association
• Member, American Bar Association
• Member, Colorado Bar Association
• Member, American Association for Justice

Licensed State

• Colorado
• Arizona

Education

• University of Denver Sturm College of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• University of Wyoming
  Bachelor of Arts (BA)

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