James R. Jim Cruger

James R. Jim Cruger

Venture Capital Law

4.0 (1 reviews)
Chicago, Illinois
39+ years experience
Perkins Coie LLP
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110 North Wacker Drive, 34th Floor, Chicago, IL 60606
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Bio

Jim Cruger, a partner in Perkins Coie’s national Private Equity practice, concentrates his practice in the areas of mergers, acquisitions, formation of private investment vehicles and joint ventures. Jim has represented numerous private equity funds and public companies in transactions during his 28 year career. Public company representation has included Deutsche Post DHL, Leggett & Platt (NYSE), Voyager Learning Company (NASDAQ) and Strategic Hotel Capital (NYSE). Fund representation has included SPO Partners, Intellectual Ventures, Wynnchurch Capital, LaSalle Capital, Code Hennessy & Simmons, Prospect Partners, Riverlake Equity Partners, Hilco Equity Partners, High Street Capital, Blue Point Equity Partners, and Explore Holdings. Jim Cruger, a partner in Perkins Coie’s national Private Equity practice, concentrates his practice in the areas of mergers, acquisitions, formation of private investment vehicles and joint ventures. Jim has represented numerous private equity funds and public companies in transactions during his 28 year career. Public company representation has included Deutsche Post DHL, Leggett & Platt (NYSE), Voyager Learning Company (NASDAQ) and Strategic Hotel Capital (NYSE). Fund representation has included SPO Partners, Intellectual Ventures, Wynnchurch Capital, LaSalle Capital, Code Hennessy & Simmons, Prospect Partners, Riverlake Equity Partners, Hilco Equity Partners, High Street Capital, Blue Point Equity Partners, and Explore Holdings.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

Illinois

State Capital

Springfield

Highest Court

Illinois Supreme Court

Bar Association

Illinois State Bar Association

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Venture Capital Law

Awards & Recognition

  • Lawyer of the Year: Venture Capital Law, Chicago (2015)
  • Recognized: Venture Capital Law
  • Practice Area: Corporate Law
  • Practice Area: Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
  • Practice Area: Mergers and Acquisitions Law
  • Practice Area: Private Funds / Hedge Funds Law
  • Listed in Illinois Law & Politics, "Super Lawyers"
  • Listed in Illinois "Leading Lawyers"
  • Ranked by Chambers USA, as "Leading Corporate M&A: Private Equity Lawyers", 2011 - present

Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2008

Education

  • Northwestern University, J.D., graduated 1986
  • Loras College, BA

Reviews

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Christine Anderson

3 months ago

Expert guidance on a complex acquisition

Jim Cruger provided exceptional counsel during our recent acquisition of a tech startup. His deep experience in mergers and acquisitions, honed over nearly four decades, was immediately apparent. He navigated complex deal structures and investor concerns with a steady hand, and his background in venture capital law was particularly valuable when addressing the target company's existing funding agreements. While his billing rates reflect his seniority at Perkins Coie, the value delivered was commensurate. Communication was generally excellent, though there were occasional delays in receiving draft revisions during the busiest phases. His recognition as a 'Lawyer of the Year' is well-deserved. I would confidently recommend Jim for any sophisticated corporate transaction in the Chicago market.

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