David C. Clarke

David C. Clarke

Venture Capital Law Corporate Law Mergers and Acquisitions Law +1 more
Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2007

About David

David Clarke, a Partner in Perkins Coie’s national Business Practice, focuses on the representation of emerging growth companies, middle market businesses, public companies, venture funds and private equity funds. David's practice emphasizes mergers and acquisitions, private equity and growth equity transactions, venture capital financings, public offerings and corporate governance. David works with privately held clients at all stages of development, serving as outside general counsel and as a key advisor on M&A and corporate finance transactions. In addition, David represents leading venture and private equity funds in portfolio company investments. David is a regular speaker on M&A, venture capital and private equity topics.

David Clarke, a Partner in Perkins Coie’s national Business Practice, focuses on the representation of emerging growth companies, middle market businesses, public companies, venture funds and private equity funds. David's practice emphasizes mergers and acquisitions, private equity and growth equity transactions, venture capital financings, public offerings and corporate governance. David works with privately held clients at all stages of development, serving as outside general counsel and as a key advisor on M&A and corporate finance transactions. In addition, David represents leading venture and private equity funds in portfolio company investments. David is a regular speaker on M&A, venture capital and private equity topics.

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4.4 / 5

36 Reviews

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Nellie King-Walker

Jan 31, 2026

Professional service and clear communication provided by David C. Clarke in Seattle

Solid experience overall with the law firm of David C. Clarke. They know Venture Capital Law inside and out and gave me great advice. Very helpful and got the job done exactly as they said they would....

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Marlon Gutkowski

Jan 31, 2026

Highly recommend David C. Clarke for anyone needing expert Venture Capital Law help in Washington

Honestly, I can't thank David C. Clarke enough for everything they've done for me. They really know their stuff when it comes to Venture Capital Law and it shows in the results. 10/10 would recommend...

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Hilda Emmerich

Jan 31, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at David C. Clarke's firm

I've already told all my friends and family about David C. Clarke. If you need Venture Capital Law help in Washington, they're the ones to see without any doubt. They are local experts who really unde...

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Cheryl VonRueden

Jan 31, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at David C. Clarke's firm

I've already told all my friends and family about David C. Clarke. If you need Venture Capital Law help in Washington, they're the ones to see without any doubt. They are local experts who really unde...

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Shawn Lindgren

Jan 31, 2026

Outstanding experience with David C. Clarke in Seattle - truly the best legal team

Short and sweet: David C. Clarke is the real deal and a true professional in the field of Venture Capital Law. If you're in Seattle and need help with your legal issues, call them immediately. You won...