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David E. Gardels

Partner

An experienced transactions lawyer, David practices primarily in securities and corporate governance, mergers and acquisitions, and investment management, with a particular emphasis on renewable energy.

David represents investment bankers, developers and owners of renewable energy projects, providing corporate, public and private securities, finance and corporate governance leadership to renewable energy project teams. He advises in the areas of ethanol, biodiesel and wind energy.

In investment management, David represents advisors and public and private companies, both open- and closed-end funds, in all aspects of investment and compliance, including structuring of fund complexes, exemptive orders, company registration, business development company (BDC) elections, ongoing Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reporting, SEC examinations, Small Business Investment Company (SBIC) applications and administration, portfolio investments, corporate governance and fund mergers. David has structured several unique BDCs, including funds with a two-level SBIC structure, a renewable energy fund and a growth stage venture fund.

In securities and corporate governance, David has broad experience with a variety of private and public debt and equity securities, including initial public offerings (IPO), private investment in public equity (PIPE) transactions and convertible debt structures for public and private companies. He assists clients in all aspects of corporate governance, including board and committee operations, for public and private companies.

Additionally, David represents early-stage and growth-stage technology companies. In this capacity, he and his team provide full life-cycle support for these companies, and David advises in all aspects of capital formation.

Awards & Recognitions

  • The Best Lawyers In America, Corporate Law, International Trade and Finance Law, 2005-2013
  • Chambers USA, Corporate/Commercial Law, 2010-2013

Professional Associations & Memberships

  • Association of Corporate Growth, Nebraska Chapter, founding board member 
  • Nebraska State Bar Association, Securities Law Section 
  • Omaha Bar Association 
  • Society of Corporate Secretaries and Governance Professionals, Rocky Mountain Chapter, President 2008-2011; Advisory Board, 2000-present

Civic Involvement

  • Episcopal Diocese of Nebraska, Trustee of Bishop and Trustees, 2009-present; Committee on Legislation
  • Nebraska Arts Council, Board of Directors, 2006-present
  • Opera Omaha, Board of Directors, Advisory Board, 2011-present; Chair of Long Range Planning, 2011-present; President, 2003-2005
  • Trinity Episcopal Cathedral, Senior Warden, 2012-present