James H. Cole II, Attorney

James focuses his practice on both the investigation and litigation of Special Investigative Unit claims and property damage claims, including arson claims, mold claims, and automobile thefts. Within his areas of practice, James is experienced in the bad faith and coverage issues inherent in first party/SIU investigations and litigation. Throughout his career, James has assisted with hundred's of SIU investigations relative to reported vehicle thefts, burglaries, and incendiary fires. He is frequently asked by clients and industry organizations to lecture on a variety of topics concerning property damage, insurance fraud, and bad faith matters.

James is a 1990 graduate of the Indiana University of Pennsylvania. Immediately following graduation, he accepted a position as a claims representative with a large insurance carrier where for eight years he was involved in the investigation and resolution of property and casualty claims. In 1995, he entered Temple University School of Law while continuing to work full time. James graduated from Temple University in 1999 with a degree of Juris Doctor. Thereafter, he joined the firm of Marshall, Dennehey and is Chair of the firm's SIU Litigation and Property Damage Litigation Practice Groups.