James M. Jim Curley
Corporate Law
Corporate Law
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Jim Curley, a partner in the firm’s Private Equity group, has been recognized as one of the leading attorneys in his field by Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Mr. Curley's practice focuses primarily on corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and the representation of private equity firms and their portfolio companies, and early and later stage growth companies in various industries including education, health care, manufacturing, retail and technology. His clients include many leading private equity firms, such as Charlesbank Capital Partners, Leeds Equity Partners and TA Associates.Mr. Curley has also served on several of the firm’s committees over the years. Mr. Curley was also previously the chair of the Private Equity group’s Personnel Committee and “partner in charge” of Professional Development and Training for the firm’s Business Law Department. Jim Curley, a partner in the firm’s Private Equity group, has been recognized as one of the leading attorneys in his field by Chambers USA: America’s Leading Lawyers for Business. Mr. Curley's practice focuses primarily on corporate finance, mergers and acquisitions, and the representation of private equity firms and their portfolio companies, and early and later stage growth companies in various industries including education, health care, manufacturing, retail and technology. His clients include many leading private equity firms, such as Charlesbank Capital Partners, Leeds Equity Partners and TA Associates.Mr. Curley has also served on several of the firm’s committees over the years. Mr. Curley has also served on several of the firm’s committees over the years. Mr. Curley was also previously the chair of the Private Equity group’s Personnel Committee and “partner in charge” of Professional Development and Training for the firm’s Business Law Department.
Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2020
Kenneth Campbell
Our firm engaged Jim Curley to advise on a complex, multi-jurisdictional leveraged buyout of a family-owned manufacturing business. From the outset, Jim’s deep experience in private equity and corporate law was evident. He didn't just execute documents; he provided strategic counsel that shaped the entire transaction. His 29 years of practice, particularly within the Boston market, meant he had an intuitive understanding of both the legal landscape and the practical business dynamics at play. Jim and his team at Goodwin navigated intricate financing structures and sensitive negotiations with a blend of tenacity and pragmatism that was invaluable. The recent recognition as 'Lawyer of the Year' for Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law is a testament to the caliber of attorney he is. What impressed me most was his ability to distill complex issues into clear, actionable advice for our investment committee, ensuring we understood every risk and opportunity. The deal closed efficiently and on terms that exceeded our initial expectations. For anyone involved in sophisticated corporate transactions, especially in private equity, Jim Curley is the definitive choice. His expertise is not merely academic; it’s battle-tested and results-driven.