Kursten L Canada
Law Offices of Kursten L Canada | Garfield & Hecht, P.C. • Avon, CO
Construction DevelopmentGeneral PracticeInsurancePersonal InjuryReal Estate
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Contact
Email
Phone
(970) 445-1862
Address
Po Box 5450, Avon, CO, 81620, US
Professional
About
Kursten L. Canada is a distinguished attorney specializing in real estate law at the Law Offices of Kursten L. Canada, in association with Garfield & Hecht, P.C., located in Avon, Colorado. With a robust focus on both commercial and residential real estate transactions, Kursten’s expertise encompasses acquisition, development, financing, and leasing, as well as navigating homeowner association and business matters. Drawing from her previous role as Assistant General Counsel for Vail Resorts, Kursten adeptly represents a diverse clientele, including individual buyers and sellers—many of whom are foreign nationals—throughout all stages of real estate transactions. Her comprehensive services cover a wide array of needs, from negotiating and drafting complex agreements such as purchase and construction contracts to evaluating title, conducting due diligence, and managing environmental studies. Kursten’s extensive experience includes working with private developers, publicly traded companies, REITs, and educational institutions on significant projects in the Vail Valley, Telluride, Breckenridge, and Keystone areas. She has successfully managed high-value mixed-use developments and luxury hotel projects, expertly negotiating franchise agreements and navigating the complexities of ski resort real estate operations. In addition to her real estate practice, Kursten is well-versed in drafting and negotiating various lease agreements for office, retail, and restaurant spaces, ensuring compliance with governance matters for numerous homeowner associations. Her transactional acumen extends to guidance on business entity formation and the intricacies of contract documentation, making her a trusted advisor for clients seeking to navigate the real estate landscape with confidence. With a commitment to client service and a strategic approach to legal challenges, Kursten Canada is dedicated to delivering tailored solutions that meet the unique needs of her clients in the realms of real estate, personal injury, insurance, and general practice.
About Construction Development Law
Construction attorneys handle legal matters in the building industry including contracts, disputes, liens, and regulatory compliance. Common matters include construction contracts, mechanic's liens, defect claims, delay disputes.
Credentials
Education
1998 University of Denver College of Law JD - Juris Doctor 1992 University of Colorado - Boulder BS - Bachelor of Science
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2013 15th Anniversary, Martindale-Hubbell 2005 Pro Bono Dedication, Continental Divide Bar Association
Publications
1999 West Publishing Colorado Appellate Law and Practice
Associations
1997 - Present Colorado Bar Association Member Continental Bar Association Member 2001 - 2005 Gore Range Women's Bar Association Co-Founder
Speaking
2015 Title Workshop: From Examination to Commitment Remedies to Resolve Property Line Problems and Drafting and Issuing a Title Commitment 2011 International Client Advocacy Entity Selection and Pitfalls
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Updated: Aug 12, 2026