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James L. Tuxbury

Partner Boston

Jim’s practice focuses in the areas of complex civil litigation, white collar defense, and government investigations. Jim represents clients in matters before state and federal enforcement and investigative bodies, including the Department of Justice, the Securities and Exchange Commission, the Federal Election Commission, the United States Senate, and the 9/11 Commission. On behalf of his clients, Jim has handled investigations into claims of mail and wire fraud, securities fraud, violations of the Foreign Corrupt Practices Act, bid rigging, market manipulation, and violations of the Federal Election laws.

In his civil practice, Jim handles litigation involving business disputes, fiduciary duties, product liability, employee benefits, securities, antitrust, intellectual property, and false advertising. His clients work in the construction, energy, financial services, biotechnology, education, media, and accounting industries. Jim also has extensive experience leading large-scale e-discovery projects, including work with predictive coding.

Experience

Complex Commercial Litigation:

  • Won arbitration award on behalf of real estate investment company against former partner in business separation contract dispute.
  • Obtained trial verdict in favor of cannabis entrepreneur in securities lawsuit brought by investors in a medical marijuana venture in Suffolk Superior Court.
  • Successfully represented senior executive in renewables energy industry in Sarbanes Oxley whistleblower lawsuit related to disclosures of securities violations in the Southern District of New York.
  • Won summary judgment in favor of commercial real estate company in lawsuit by former limited partner alleged breach of contract and fiduciary duties in Massachusetts federal court.
  • Successfully defended financial technology company in commercial software implementation litigation.
  • Defended leading home décor company in litigation with former financial advisor.

Product Liability & Toxic Tort:

  • Served as national coordinating counsel in products liability litigation for international energy company.

White Collar & Government Enforcement:

  • Represented Fortune 500 food company in nation-wide class action litigation relating to false advertising claims.
  • Successfully defended individuals and companies before a variety of government institutions including the SEC, DOJ, Massachusetts Securities Division, U.S. Senate, Federal Election Commission, and the 9/11 Commission.

Credentials

Work Experience

  • Hinckley Allen
    • Partner (2022-Present)
    • Counsel (2019-2021)
    • Associate (2014-2018)
  • Jones Day
    • Associate (2011-2013)
  • Williams & Connolly, LLP
    • Associate (2005-2011)
  • The Honorable John D. Bates, District Judge, Washington, D.C.
    • Law Clerk (2004-2005)
  • Covington & Burling
    • Associate (2003-2004)

Honors & Awards

  • Boston Magazine, Top Lawyers (2023)
    • Commercial Litigation

Charitable & Civic Involvement

  • American Heart Association Lawyers Have Heart, Executive Leadership Committee Member (2013)

Professional Affiliations

  • American Bar Association
  • Boston Bar Association
  • Boston Bar Association, Annual Luncheon Steering Committee, Member (2012-2013)
  • Dartmouth Lawyers Association

Bar Memberships

  • District of Columbia, 2004
  • Massachusetts, 2012
  • New York, 2004
  • United States District Court for the District of Columbia, 2005
  • United States District Court for the District of Massachusetts, 2012

Newsroom

Publication

In Your Corner: A Conversation with Jim Tuxbury

Partner James L. Tuxbury does not turn away from a problem. When clients come to Hinckley Allen with complex disputes and problems, Jim is one of the first in line to lend a hand, figure out the problem and find the solution. As someone who excels under pr…

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Hinckley Allen is pleased to announce that numerous attorneys have been recognized by Boston Magazine, earning the prestigious title of "The Top Lawyers of 2023." This annual accolade, initiated in 2021, is designed to highlight outstanding legal talent in…

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Hinckley Allen announced today that ten attorneys at the firm have been elevated to Partner.They are: Chad J. Caplan, Christine E. Dieter, Laurel M. Gilbert, Thomas W. Madonna, Jr., Elizabeth J. McEvoy, Alexander P. Montgomery, Libbie Howley O'Keeffe, Dami…

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