James C. Schulwolf Elected to American Law Institute

Shipman & Goodwin is pleased to announce that Jim Schulwolf, a partner in the firm's Corporate and Finance practice groups, has been elected to the American Law Institute (“ALI”).

The ALI, the leading independent organization in the United States producing scholarly work to clarify, modernize, and improve the law, selects members through a rigorous nomination process that recognizes exceptional achievement and dedication to law improvement.

"We are incredibly proud of Jim's election to the American Law Institute," said Leander Dolphin, Managing Partner of Shipman & Goodwin. "This prestigious recognition reflects his outstanding legal acumen and his commitment to advancing the profession. Jim's achievement reflects the caliber of excellence we strive for and brings tremendous distinction to our entire firm."

Jim brings decades of experience representing financial institutions, borrowers, institutional investors, buyers and sellers of businesses, and other clients in various financing, investment, and acquisition transactions. His practice focuses on commercial lending, mezzanine finance, acquisition finance, project and alternative energy finance, mergers & acquisitions, fund investments, and other sophisticated transactions.

A graduate of Amherst College and New York University School of Law, Jim has established himself as a leader in his field, earning recognition from prestigious legal rankings including Chambers USA and The Best Lawyers in America©. He frequently shares his expertise through publications and presentations on commercial finance topics.  He is a former Chair of the American Bar Association Business Law Section and a Fellow of the American College of Commercial Finance Lawyers.

"I am honored to join the American Law Institute and look forward to contributing to its important mission," said Jim.

Membership in the ALI is considered one of the highest honors in the legal profession. Members participate in drafting, discussing, and finalizing ALI publications that influence courts, legislatures, and legal education throughout the United States.