About
David N. Swendsen assists middle-market private equity firms and family offices on a company purchase or sale. He also represents private and family-owned businesses in a purchase, a sale, or an investment. He handles mergers, acquisitions, and venture capital investments. He advises on minority investments and related corporate governance. He earned his J.D. from the University of Illinois College of Law in 2012. He serves startup and middle-market companies as outside general counsel for general corporate advice and commercial contracts. He manages the legal and business terms of each transaction through closing.
Who is a good fit for David N. Swendsen
- Private equity firms buying or selling a middle-market company.
- Family offices taking a minority stake in a private company.
- Owners of a family-owned company preparing to sell the business.
- Investors placing venture capital into a startup or an established company.
Education and admissions
- Education
- University of Illinois College of Law, J.D., 2012
- University of Illinois, B.A., 2008
- Bar admissions
- Illinois
Recognition
- Leading Lawyers - Mergers & Acquisitions Law, Leading Lawyer (2026)
- Best Lawyers in America: Ones to Watch® - Mergers and Acquisitions Law (2021-2025)
- M&A Advisor - Emerging Leader (2023)
Specialties
Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation
Deal profile
- Typical deal size
- Any deal size
- Remote work
- In-person / regional