James CordonJames CordonExecutive DirectorWealth Advisor
About James
James Cordon is an Executive Director and Wealth Advisor with J.P. Morgan Wealth Management.
A member of The Kolker Group, he offers holistic financial advisory services to the team's high-net-worth clients and their families.
Playing a critical role on the team, James is responsible for financial and estate planning strategies, coordinating investment policy plans and client relationship management. In addition, he is charged with handling the equity-based investments for the team, including the implementation and reporting for managed accounts.
Pursuing a lifelong interest in investment services, James began his career in 2001 at UBS, and then spent eight years at Morgan Stanley with The Kolker Group. He moved with the team to J.P. Morgan in 2017, drawn to the firm's diverse investment platforms and wide range of professional resources. James maintains a keen interest in expanding his knowledge base, and challenges himself to continuously seek new insights regarding the markets.
James graduated magna cum laude from Colgate University, where he earned a B.A. in Economics. A talented singer, he is an alumnus of the Colgate Resolutions a cappella group.
Active in his community, James is an avid supporter of the Lung Cancer Alliance and the North Shore Animal League. He and his wife, Samantha, reside in Glen Ridge, New Jersey, with their daughters, Madelyn and Amelina. In his spare time, he enjoys cooking, singing and spending time with his family.
Insights
Past, present, future: Here’s where we stand
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The impact of holding a concentrated stock position
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Planning with family entities
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Custodial accounts
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A loving gift: The ethical will
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Outlook 2025: Building on Strength | Key Takeaways
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We need to talk: Communicating your estate plan with your family
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Your house may be spying on you. Save yourself.
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November 22, 2024We review where the markets have been and share key questions for 2025, following the launch of our 2025 Outlook.Read NowThe impact of holding a concentrated stock position
November 21, 2024Concentrated stock positions are large holdings that create unwanted risk to your portfolio or may be difficult to sell. This article highlights questions to ask your advisor and yourself if you are considering diversifying your portfolio.Read NowPlanning with family entities
November 21, 2024A family LLC or partnership could be the core of an estate plan, especially for complicated and valuable assets.Read NowCustodial accounts
November 21, 2024When saving money for children, be careful to steer clear of unintended outcomes.Read NowA loving gift: The ethical will
November 19, 2024While a legal will or a trust is generally drafted by a lawyer, an ethical will is something that you prepare or write yourself and is not a legal document.Read NowWhat will you do if you suddenly become rich?
November 19, 2024Substantial cash inflows can be disruptive if you do not create a plan to receive and manage the money.Read NowOutlook 2025: Building on Strength | Key Takeaways
November 18, 2024Easing global monetary policy and increasing capital investment have the potential to drive growth in 2025. Read more here.Read NowWe need to talk: Communicating your estate plan with your family
November 18, 2024Your estate planning shouldn’t be a secret. Communicating your wishes is important. Keep reading to learn more.Read NowYour house may be spying on you. Save yourself.
November 15, 2024All the smart devices embedded in our homes can put us at risk. Discover how to secure your IoT devices, and what you can do to protect yourself.Read Now