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David C. Clarke

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David C. Clarke

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

  • 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, Trustee
  • 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.

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