Atty. Garth B. Jensen

Atty. Garth B. Jensen

Garth Jensen has represented issuers in initial public offerings and other equity and debt offerings aggregating over $13.5 billion of proceeds. He has represented nearly 20 public companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange, NASDAQ and foreign exchanges, representing them in various mergers, acquisitions and other transactions and offerings.

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About Garth B. Jensen at a glance

Garth B. Jensen is a business, m&a, and securities attorney based in Denver, Colorado, practicing at Taft. Admitted to practice in Colorado, Colorado Bar Association. Educated at Columbia University (J.D., 1986) and Brigham Young University (—, 1983). Recognitions include Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Governance Law (Denver) (2026), Lawyer of the Year — Securities Regulation (Denver) (2026), and Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law (2026). Serands clients in Denver, CO and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

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  • Garth Jensen has represented issuers in initial public offerings and other equity and debt offerings aggregating over $13.5 billion of proceeds
  • He has represented nearly 20 public companies listed on the New York Stock Exchange, NASDAQ and foreign exchanges, representing them in various mergers, acquisitions and other transactions and offerings
  • He is a trusted counsel to senior management and boards of directors of public and private companies, advising on corporate governance, leadership succession, strategic planning and general regulatory compliance issues
  • Garth also advises private companies and investment funds on offerings and other transactions
  • His clients include companies in satellite and telecommunications, technology, homebuilding real estate, energy and mining, and manufacturing industries
  • Based in Denver, Garth has substantial experience in international mergers and acquisitions as well as cross-border securities offerings and represents many multi-national clients
  • He also assists clients in developing policies for, and compliance with, the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act and similar regulation

Practice Areas Explained

Garth B. Jensen's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Garth B. Jensen handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Business & Corporate Law

Business attorneys advise founders and growing companies on entity formation, contracts, financing, M&A, and dispute resolution.

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Mergers & Acquisitions

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Securities Law

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Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in Colorado

Practicing law in Colorado. Legal matters in Colorado are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Denver are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Colorado state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Colorado brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in Colorado courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Garth B. Jensen

Where is Garth B. Jensen's law office located?
Garth B. Jensen's law practice is located in Denver, Colorado. The firm is Taft. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Garth B. Jensen handle?
Garth B. Jensen focuses on business, m&a, securities. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in Colorado.
Where did Garth B. Jensen go to law school?
Garth B. Jensen earned their education at (J.D., 1986); (—, 1983).
How can I contact Garth B. Jensen for a consultation?
You can contact Garth B. Jensen directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Garth B. Jensen received?
Garth B. Jensen's notable recognition includes: Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Governance Law (Denver); Lawyer of the Year — Securities Regulation (Denver); Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law; Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law; Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law.

Education

J.D.
Columbia University
- 1986
Brigham Young University
- 1983

Awards

Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Governance Law (Denver)
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Securities Regulation (Denver)
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Governance Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers and Acquisitions Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities / Capital Markets Law
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Securities Regulation
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Special Focus:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Capital Markets
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Corporate
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Disclosure
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — High Yield
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — International
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Mergers & Acquisitions
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Awards:
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed as a Top Attorneys in Colorado, The Denver Post, 2016
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in Colorado Super Lawyers
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Guide to the World’s Leading Corporate Governance Lawyers, International Financial Law Review, 2007-2009
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Listed in the 2015 Banking Finance and Transactional Expert Guide, a world’s leading attorney, Corporate Governance
- 2026
Best Lawyers in America — Ranked in Chambers USA – Corporate/M&A Colorado
- 2026
Lawyer of the Year — Corporate Governance Law (Denver)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Securities / Capital Markets Law (Denver)
- 2024
Lawyer of the Year — Securities / Capital Markets Law (Denver)
- 2022
Lawyer of the Year — Securities Regulation (Denver)
- 2019
Lawyer of the Year — Securities / Capital Markets Law (Denver)
- 2018
Lawyer of the Year — Securities / Capital Markets Law (Denver)
- 2015

Bar Admissions

Colorado, Colorado Bar Association

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