Garth B. Jensen

Corporate Governance Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

Denver, Colorado

39+ years experience

Taft

Updated: Jan 03, 2026

Contact Information

303-297-2900

https://www.taftlaw.com/people/garth-b-jensen/

675 Fifteenth Street, Suite 2300, Denver, CO 80202

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Bio

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. 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

Corporate Governance Law

Awards & Recognition

Lawyer of the Year: Corporate Governance Law, Denver (2026)
Lawyer of the Year: Securities Regulation, Denver (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)
Recognized: Corporate Governance Law
Recognized: Corporate Law
Recognized: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
Recognized: Securities / Capital Markets Law
Recognized: Securities Regulation
Special Focus: Capital Markets
Special Focus: Corporate
Special Focus: Disclosure
Special Focus: High Yield
Special Focus: International
Special Focus: Mergers & Acquisitions
Listed as a Top Attorneys in Colorado, The Denver Post, 2016
Recognized by 5280 Magazine as Top Lawyer – Securities, 2015
Listed in Colorado Super Lawyers
Guide to the World’s Leading Corporate Governance Lawyers, International Financial Law Review, 2007-2009
Listed in the 2015 Banking Finance and Transactional Expert Guide, a world’s leading attorney, Corporate Governance
Ranked in Chambers USA – Corporate/M&A Colorado

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2008

Education

Columbia University, J.D., graduated 1986
Brigham Young University, graduated 1983

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Reviews

Benjamin Scott

2 weeks ago

A Master Strategist for Complex Corporate Governance and Securities Matters

Our company was navigating the intricate and high-stakes process of preparing for an initial public offering, a journey fraught with regulatory complexity and immense pressure. Selecting Garth Jensen of Taft was the single best decision we made. With nearly four decades of experience, including representing issuers in offerings exceeding $13.5 billion, his depth of knowledge is simply unparalleled. He didn't just review documents; he provided a masterclass in corporate governance and securities regulation, anticipating SEC scrutiny on issues we hadn't even considered. His guidance on structuring our board committees and drafting our registration statement was precise, strategic, and always grounded in practical business outcomes. It's no surprise to see his multiple 'Lawyer of the Year' recognitions in Denver for Corporate Governance and Securities Regulation; his expertise is that definitive. Beyond his formidable technical skill, Garth possesses a calm, steady demeanor that instilled confidence in our entire leadership team during a tumultuous period. He is responsive, explains complex legal concepts with clarity, and operates with absolute integrity. The successful completion of our IPO is a direct testament to his exceptional counsel. For any public company or organization facing significant capital markets transactions or governance challenges in Colorado, Garth B. Jensen is the attorney you need.