Kirsten Stewart

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

3.0 (1 reviews)

Denver, Colorado

30+ years experience

Taft

Updated: Jan 02, 2026

Contact Information

303-297-2900

https://www.taftlaw.com/people/kirsten-stewart/

675 Fifteenth Street, Suite 2300, Denver, CO 80202

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Bio

Kirsten Stewart is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law.Kirsten, who practices law in Denver, Colorado, has been recognized since 2009. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kirsten is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Kirsten Stewart is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law.Kirsten, who practices law in Denver, Colorado, has been recognized since 2009. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kirsten is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Kirsten Stewart is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law. Kirsten, who practices law in Denver, Colorado, has been recognized since 2009. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Kirsten is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Colorado

State Capital

Denver

Highest Court

Colorado Supreme Court

Bar Association

Colorado Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Denver (2025)
Lawyer of the Year: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law, Denver (2014)
Recognized: Employee Benefits (ERISA) Law

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2009

Education

University of Minnesota, J.D., graduated 1995
Indiana University Bloomington, graduated 1992

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Reviews

Kathleen Jones

3 months ago

Knowledgeable on ERISA, but communication could improve

Kirsten Stewart at Taft handled a complex matter for our company regarding a disputed executive retirement plan under ERISA. Her deep knowledge of employee benefits law was evident, and her 30 years of experience in Denver provided a solid foundation. We were aware of her recognition in the field, including the Lawyer of the Year awards, which gave us confidence in her technical expertise. The legal strategy she developed was sound. However, our experience was mixed. While the outcome was ultimately satisfactory, there were periods where communication lagged. Responses to emails sometimes took several days, and updates were not always proactive, which created some anxiety during the process. For straightforward, highly technical ERISA work, her competence is clear. For clients who prioritize frequent touchpoints and detailed project management alongside legal counsel, expectations may need to be set clearly from the outset.