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J. Nathan Cole

J. Nathan Cole

Experienced litigator, advocate and bar leader
  • Construction Law, Business Law, Personal Injury ...
  • Massachusetts, New Hampshire
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Biography

I represent businesses throughout New England in matters related to business litigation, construction disputes, mechanic’s lien and bond claims, insurance related disputes, E&O claims, contract drafting and negotiation, and a wide range of general litigation, employment, and personal injury cases.

I have extensive trial experience representing construction companies, homeowners, insurance agents, small business owners, and individuals. I bring a particular strategic insight to construction disputes, construction contract reviews, employment disputes, professional liability claims, coverage remedies and all claims brought by and against general contractors, subcontractors, building owners, property managers, and individuals.

I enjoy working with clients in all aspects of risk management and using my experience in courtrooms to help keep clients out of them!

Practice Areas
Construction Law
Construction Contracts, Construction Defects, Construction Liens, Construction Litigation
Business Law
Business Contracts, Business Dissolution, Business Finance, Business Formation, Business Litigation, Franchising, Mergers & Acquisitions, Partnership & Shareholder Disputes
Personal Injury
Animal & Dog Bites, Brain Injury, Car Accidents, Construction Accidents, Motorcycle Accidents, Premises Liability, Truck Accidents, Wrongful Death
Employment Law
Employee Benefits, Employment Contracts, Employment Discrimination, ERISA, Overtime & Unpaid Wages, Sexual Harassment, Whistleblower, Wrongful Termination
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
Jurisdictions Admitted to Practice
Massachusetts
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New Hampshire
New Hampshire Bar Association
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1st Circuit
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Languages
  • English
Professional Experience
Shareholder
Kenney & Sams, P.C.
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Partner
Kenney & Sams, P.C.
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Partner
Heifetz Rose, LLP
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Senior Associate
Heifetz Rose, LLP
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Associate
Tucker, Heifetz & Saltzman, LLP
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Law Clerk to the Justices
Superior Court of Massachusetts
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Attorney-Advisor, Ethics Division
U.S. Department of Commerce, Office of the General Counsel
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Education
Boston College Law School
J.D. (2003)
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Bates College
B.A. (1997) | English
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Awards
Best Lawyer--Construction Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury Litigation (Defendants)
Best Lawyers
Top Lawyer - Construction
Boston Magazine
Best Lawyer--Construction Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury Litigation (Defendants)
Best Lawyers
2023 Massachusetts Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
Client Service All-Star
BTI Consulting Group
2022 Massachusetts Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
Personal Injury - Defense
Best Lawyers
2021 Massachusetts Super Lawyer
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2020 Massachusetts Super Lawyer
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2019 Massachusetts Super Lawyer
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2018 Massachusetts Super Lawyers
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2017 Massachusetts Super Lawyers
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Massachusetts Super Lawyers Rising Stars 2015
Super Lawyers Rising Stars
Each year, no more than 2.5% of lawyers in the Commonwealth are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor.
Massachusetts Super Lawyers Rising Stars 2014
Super Lawyers Rising Stars
Each year, no more than 2.5% of lawyers in the Commonwealth are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor.
Massachusetts Super Lawyers Rising Stars 2013
Super Lawyers Rising Stars
Each year, no more than 2.5% of lawyers in the Commonwealth are selected by the research team at Super Lawyers to receive this honor.
Professional Associations
Massachusetts Defense Lawyers Association
Chair of Construction Law Committee
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Massachusetts Defense Lawyers Association
Board Member
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Defense Research Institute
Member
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International Association of Defense Counsel ("IADC")
Chair of Construction Law and Litigation Committee
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Activities: Chair, Construction Law and Litigation Committee (2021-2023); Program Chair, Construction Law Committee (2020-2021)
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Massachusetts Bar Association
Member
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State Bar of Massachusetts  # 658236
Member
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Boston Bar Association
Co-Chair, Professional Liability Committee
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Publications
Articles & Publications
Mechanic's Lien Unenforceable
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
Speaking Engagements
Moderator, Blockchain and the Practice of Law: How Crypto Will Impact the Legal Profession, Scottsdale, AZ
International Association of Defense Counsel
Panelist, Mass.G.L.c.149A, Construction Manager-At-Risk as Project Delivery Method, Boston, MA
National Electrical Contractors Association - Greater Boston
Panelist, Massachusetts Defense Lawyers Association Lunch Series, Boston, MA
Massachusetts Defense Lawyers Association
Contractors, architects, and suppliers that experience payment issues have a powerful tool at their disposal: a mechanic’s lien. But with great power, comes great responsibility—and extensive statutory requirements that must be followed to enforce a lien. We will review the Massachusetts Mechanic’s Lien Statute, G.L. c. 254, key notice and filing requirements, deadlines, and other traps for the unwary in this lunch n learn discussion. MassDLA Board Member Nathan Cole will lead this discussion.
Panelist, International Association of Defense Counsel 2019 Annual Meeting, Asheville, NC
International Association of Defense Counsel
In July 2019, Nathan presented on general contractors’ non-delegable duty for jobsite safety at the Annual Meeting of the International Association of Defense Counsel in Asheville, NC. He presented on the distinction between the delegation of liability versus responsibility for jobsite safety and how owners and general contractors can effectively delegate the duty for jobsite safety to subcontractors.
Moderator, Pre-Trial Care and Feeding of Professional Liability Expert Witnesses, Boston
Boston Bar Association
The "care and feeding" of your expert witness is one of the most important aspects of your case. Join us for a panel featuring trial lawyers and experts who will speak to the benefit of the early use of experts in professional liability cases. The panel will discuss why you need an expert for professional liability claims, when to retain your expert, what to send her, and how to use your expert before suit is filed to help develop legal theories and defenses, draft key interrogatories and document requests, prepare for non-expert depositions, and best position your case before discovery is complete.
Certifications
Master of Near Coastal Steam or Motor Vessels - 100 Ton
United States Coast Guard
Websites & Blogs
Website
Firm Profile
Blog
LinkedIn
Contact & Map
Kenney & Sams, P.C.
144 Turnpike Road, Suite 350
Southborough, MA 01772
Telephone: (508) 490-8500
Monday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Tuesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Wednesday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Thursday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM (Today)
Friday: 8:30 AM - 5:30 PM
Saturday: Closed
Sunday: Closed
Kenney & Sams, P.C.
10 High Street
Boston, MA 02110
Toll-Free: (508) 490-8500