J. Nathan Cole

Nationally Recognized Business and Construction Litigation Trial Lawyer

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!

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
Video Conferencing Zoom Microsoft Teams
Fees
  • Free Consultation
  • Credit Cards Accepted
  • Contingent Fees
Massachusetts
Since 2004
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Languages

  • English

Shareholder
Kenney & Sams, P.C.
2023 –

Current

Partner
Kenney & Sams, P.C.
2016 –

2022

Partner
Heifetz Rose, LLP
2014 –

2016

Senior Associate
Heifetz Rose, LLP
2013 –

2014

Associate
Tucker, Heifetz & Saltzman, LLP
2006 –

2012

Law Clerk to the Justices
Superior Court of Massachusetts
2005 –

2006

Attorney-Advisor, Ethics Division
U.S. Department of Commerce, Office of the General Counsel
2003 –

2005

Boston College Law School
J.D. (2003)
2000


2003

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Bates College
B.A. (1997) | English
1993


1997

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Top Lawyer – Construction
Boston Magazine
2025
2024 Massachusetts Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2024
Best Lawyer–Construction Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury Litigation (Defendants)
Best Lawyers
2024
Top Lawyer – Construction
Boston Magazine
2023
2023 Massachusetts Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2023

Best Lawyer–Construction Litigation, Commercial Litigation, Personal Injury Litigation (Defendants)
Best Lawyers
2023
Client Service All-Star
BTI Consulting Group
2022
2022 Massachusetts Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2022
Personal Injury – Defense
Best Lawyers
2021
2021 Massachusetts Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2021
2020 Massachusetts Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2020
2019 Massachusetts Super Lawyer
Super Lawyers
2019
2018 Massachusetts Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2018
2017 Massachusetts Super Lawyers
Super Lawyers
2017
Massachusetts Super Lawyers Rising Stars 2015
Super Lawyers Rising Stars
2015
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
2014
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
2013
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 Defense Lawyers Association

Chair of Construction Law Committee
2022 –
Current
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Massachusetts Defense Lawyers Association

Board Member
2019 –
Current
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Defense Research Institute

Member
2014 –
Current
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International Association of Defense Counsel (“IADC”)

Chair of Construction Law and Litigation Committee
2014 –
Current
Activities: Chair, Construction Law and Litigation Committee (2021-2023); Program Chair, Construction Law Committee (2020-2021)
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Massachusetts Bar Association

Member
2014 –
Current
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State Bar of Massachusetts

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Member
2004 –
Current
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Boston Bar Association

Co-Chair, Professional Liability Committee
2019 –
2020
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Articles & Publications
Mechanic’s Lien Unenforceable
Massachusetts Lawyers Weekly
June 25, 2018
Websites & Blogs

Website
Firm Profile
Blog
LinkedIn

Kenney & Sams, P.C.
144 Turnpike Road, Suite 350
Southborough, MA 01772
US
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
US
Toll-Free: (508) 490-8500