James Christopher Cone
Trammell, Adkins & Ward, PC • Knoxville, TN
InsuranceGeneral PracticePersonal Injury
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Contact
Email
Phone
(865) 500-4203
Address
1900 N. Winston Road, Knoxville, TN, 37919, US
Professional
About
James Christopher Cone is a seasoned attorney based in Knoxville, Tennessee, with a robust practice encompassing general law, insurance, and personal injury. Currently a litigation attorney at Trammell, Adkins & Ward, PC, James has dedicated his career to advocating for clients and achieving optimal outcomes in challenging legal landscapes. A graduate of the University of Tennessee College of Law, where he earned his Juris Doctor in 1991, James also holds a Bachelor of Arts from the University of the South and had the distinguished opportunity to study as a Visiting Scholar at Oxford University in 1987. His diverse educational background has equipped him with a unique perspective and analytical skills that he applies to every case he handles. With over three decades of experience in the legal field, James has built a reputation for his client-centered approach and unwavering commitment to justice. Prior to his role at Trammell, Adkins & Ward, PC, he was a valued member of Quist, Cone & Fisher, PLLC, and Jenkins & Jenkins Attorneys, PLLC, where he honed his skills in litigation and insurance law. James's dedication to his clients has not gone unnoticed; in 2015, he was recognized as a Top Attorney by Cityview Magazine, reflecting his expertise and the trust his clients place in him. Whether navigating complex insurance claims or advocating for individuals injured through no fault of their own, James Cone is dedicated to delivering results that matter to his clients and their families.
About Insurance Law
Insurance attorneys handle disputes between policyholders and insurance companies. They fight for fair claim settlements and represent clients in bad faith cases. Common matters include denied claims, bad faith insurance, coverage disputes, policy interpretation.
Credentials
Education
1991 University of Tennessee College of Law JD 1988 University of the South BA - Bachelor of Arts 1987 Oxford University Visiting Scholar
Languages
English
Recognition & Involvement
Awards
2015 Top Attorney 2015, Cityview Magazine
Associations
2016 - Present American Board of Trial Advocates Member 2016 - Present Tennessee Board of Professional Responsibility Hearing Panel Member 2016 - Present Knoxville Bar Association Member 2016 - Present Tennessee Bar Association Member 2016 - Present Defense Research Institute Member
Speaking
2015 Tennessee CLE Seminar What Civil Court Judges Want You to Know 2015 Hamilton Burnett American Inn of Court The Collateral Source Rule in Tennessee 2014 Tennessee Trial Attorneys Conference Advanced Trial and ADR Techniques and Stratigies for the Trial Attorney 2013 Tennessee Trial Attorney Conference Anatomy of a Jury Trial - Discovery to Verdict - Insight and Instruction from the Robes and the Suits 2013 Blount County Bar Association Meeting Advanced Courtroom Technology and Video Depositions
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Updated: Sep 24, 2026