James R. "Jim" Cruger

4.6 (38 reviews )

Chicago Illinois United States

Venture Capital Law

Recognized in Best Attorney USA since 2008

312-324-8400 Website

About James

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.

Practice Areas

Venture Capital Law

Education

Northwestern University

Loras College

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Reviews

4.6 / 5

38 Reviews

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Rosalie Schuster

Jan 29, 2026

The absolute best in Chicago for Venture Capital Law - and I mean that from the bottom of my heart

If you're looking for someone who actually cares and will fight for you, go to James R. "Jim" Cruger. They helped me out big time with my Venture Capital Law issue and kept me informed at every step o...

Jacqueline Lueilwitz

Jan 29, 2026

Five stars for the incredible team at James R. "Jim" Cruger in Chicago - they are amazing

James R. "Jim" Cruger is fantastic and very professional. Don't hesitate to hire them if you're in Illinois and need help. They really know their stuff and will go the extra mile to make sure you're t...

Vickie Aufderhar

Jan 29, 2026

If you're feeling lost with a Venture Capital Law issue in Illinois, call James R. "Jim" Cruger now

Last year, I found myself in a really difficult spot with a Venture Capital Law problem in Chicago. I had no idea where to start and was honestly terrified of the process. James R. "Jim" Cruger was re...

Marshall Friesen

Jan 29, 2026

Really helpful and compassionate service from everyone at James R. "Jim" Cruger's firm

James R. "Jim" Cruger has been doing this since Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2008, and it definitely shows in their work. They're pros through and through and I wouldn't trust anyone else with my...

Gail Wuckert

Jan 29, 2026

So happy with the results of my case thanks to the hard work of James R. "Jim" Cruger and staff

I didn't think I'd find such a good lawyer in Illinois, but here we are and I am thoroughly impressed. James R. "Jim" Cruger is just awesome and exceeded all my expectations. No complaints at all! The...