John Iole

John Iole is an Adjunct Professor of Law at the University of Pittsburgh School of Law, specializing in teaching advanced trial evidence. He practices law with a focus on insurance coverage disputes, including directors and officers (D&O) liability, aviation insurance, cyber insurance, and environmental defense cost reimbursement. He has represented major clients such as Schnitzer Steel, General Electric, and Macy's in high-stakes cases.

Education:

• JD, University of Pittsburgh School of Law
• BA, University of Pittsburgh

Research & Practice Focus: John’s expertise spans insurance litigation, international arbitration (e.g., oil drilling disputes in Iraqi Kurdistan), and legal ethics. He has handled complex cases involving environmental liability, property damage, and business interruption claims.

Awards & Affiliations:

• Elected Member of The American Law Institute
• Former Chairman of the Disciplinary Board of the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania (1997–2003)
• Contributor to Pennsylvania’s first rules of evidence as part of the Supreme Court’s Ad Hoc Committee

Professional Contributions: Advised on high-profile arbitrations, including Texas Keystone’s case in ICC and Motorola’s D&O dispute. His work frequently intersects corporate liability, cybersecurity, and international law.