David C. Clarke
- Seattle
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For more than 30 years, David has represented companies and investors in strategic transactional and advisory matters.
David Clarke is a seasoned corporate lawyer focused on mergers and acquisitions, private equity and growth equity investments, venture capital financings, corporate restructurings, and general counseling.
David’s clients span a range of industries, including technology, business services, consumer products, retail, distribution, transportation/logistics, manufacturing, and healthcare. He has consistently been recognized as a top corporate lawyer in the Pacific Northwest by industry publications and is a go-to legal advisor for companies contemplating a liquidity event or other significant transaction.
David is active in his community and is involved in numerous civic, nonprofit, and educational organizations.
Education & Credentials
Education
- The George Washington University Law School, J.D., magna cum laude, Order of the Coif, Notes Editor, George Washington Law Review, 1991
- Williams College, B.A., 1987
Bar and Court Admissions
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Washington
Professional Recognition
Ranked BTI Client Service All-Stars: Emerging Companies & Venture Capital, 2015
Named the Best Lawyers’ Seattle "Securities / Capital Markets Law Lawyer of the Year," 2014, 2025; "Venture Capital Law Lawyer of the Year," 2013, 2015, 2024; "Mergers and Acquisitions Law Lawyer of the Year," 2018; "Corporate Law Lawyer of the Year," 2020, 2025
Listed in Chambers USA, “America’s Leading Lawyers” for Corporate: Mergers and Acquisitions, 2014-2024
Listed in Best Lawyers in America: Corporate Law; Mergers & Acquisitions Law; Securities / Capital Markets Law; Venture Capital Law, 2007-2025
Listed in Washington Law & Politics, "Washington Super Lawyers" 2007-2014
Listed in Seattle Metropolitan Magazine, "Seattle's Best Lawyers"
Listed as a top lawyer in Mergers & Acquisitions, Corporate and Venture Capital by Washington CEO/Avvo
Named a Greater Seattle Technology Ecosystem “Top Corporate Lawyer,” iLnnovate Leadership Network, Study & Entrepreneur’s Guide, 2017
Impact
Professional Leadership
- Association for Corporate Growth - Seattle Chapter, Board of Directors
- American Bar Association, Business Law Section
- Washington State Bar Association, Business Law Section
Community Involvement
- Rainier Scholars, Board of Trustees, 2017-2023
- Seattle Repertory Theater, Board of Trustees, 2004-2007
Professional Experience
Experience
Represented Kevala Technologies in Series A financing
Represented Kevala Technologies in its $12.1 million Series A financing, led by Cercano Management (formerly Vulcan Capital), with participation from existing investors Costanoa Ventures, High Alpha, and PSL Ventures.