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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Marsha Leffler

Jan 31, 2026

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

Just wanted to say a huge thanks to David C. Clarke and the staff. They really went above and beyond for me and my family during a very difficult legal battle. We couldn't have done it without their c...

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Leland Paucek

Jan 31, 2026

Many thanks to David C. Clarke for the hard work and dedication to my legal matter

David C. Clarke is fantastic and very professional. Don't hesitate to hire them if you're in Washington and need help. They really know their stuff and will go the extra mile to make sure you're taken...

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Scott Nolan

Jan 31, 2026

So happy with the results of my case thanks to the hard work of David C. Clarke and staff

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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Roxanne Abshire

Jan 31, 2026

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

Everyone at David C. Clarke's office in Seattle was so nice and helpful. They made a tough situation a lot easier to deal with by being so patient and explaining everything clearly. I never felt like...

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Olivia Kling

Jan 31, 2026

A very good experience overall with the entire team at David C. Clarke's legal practice

I've worked with a few lawyers in Seattle over the years, but David C. Clarke stands out for their honesty and thoroughness. They were clear about the process and kept me updated at all times. I felt...