Kathryn C. Cole

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  • Martindale-Hubbell Peer AV Preeminent Rating
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Biography

Kathryn C. Cole represents large and small businesses, financial institutions, and individuals in virtually all aspects of federal and state court commercial litigation, arbitration and mediation, and before federal agencies and regulatory bodies. Katy has considerable experience in all areas of complex litigation including contract claims, product liability claims, tort claims, consumer class-action claims and securities class-action claims.

Katy also advises clients on electronic data and cyber-related issues, including defensible eDiscovery in federal and state courts, guiding clients through the identification, preservation, collection, review, and production of documents. Katy works closely with clients to develop discovery plans and retention policies, advises on compliance with best practices, as well as the implementation and leverage of discovery analytics and technology assisted review platforms. Katy is a founding member and regular contributor to Greenberg’s blog: eDiscovery Watch.

Judicial Clerkships

•Hon. Richard C. Wesley, U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit, 2003-2004
•Hon. Richard C. Wesley, New York Court of Appeals, 2002-2003

Recognition & Leadership

Awards & Accolades

•Listed, The Best Lawyers in America, Commercial Litigation, 2025-2026
•Selected, Herald Community Newspapers, “Top Lawyers of Long Island,” 2025
•Recipient, Long Island Business News, “Top 50 Women in Business Award,” 2024
•Team Member, a Law360 “Product Liability Practice Group of the Year,” 2022
•Honoree, Nassau County Bar Association, “Access to Justice,” 2021
•Listed, Super Lawyers magazine, New York Metro Super Lawyers, 2018-2025
•Listed, Rising Stars, 2012-2016
•Selected, Hofstra University, School of Law, “Outstanding Women in Law,” 2017
•Selected, Long Island Business News, “Who’s Who in Women in Professional Services,” 2016
•Recipient, Long Island Business News, “Leadership in Law Award (Counsel),” 2015
•Recipient, Long Island Business News, “40 Under 40,” 2015
•Recipient, John’s University School of Law, 'Outstanding Alumna Award,' March 2020
•Recognized, JD Supra’s Readers Choice Awards for contributions to the All About eDiscovery blog and Top 5 Articles on eDiscovery, 2018, 2020, 2021
•Rated, AV Preeminent 4.7 out of 5.0

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Areas of Practice (9)

  • Litigation
  • Commercial Litigation
  • Arbitration & Mediation
  • Pharmaceutical, Medical Device & Health Care Litigation
  • Products Liability & Mass Torts
  • eDiscovery & eRetention
  • Appeals & Legal Issues
  • Data Privacy & Cybersecurity
  • Complex Torts

Education & Credentials

University Attended:
Colgate University, B.A., 1999
Law School Attended:
Supreme Court of the United States, J.D., magna cum laude; Executive Notes and Comments Editor, St. John's Law Review, 2002
Year of First Admission:
2003
Admission:
2003, New York; U.S. District Court for the Eastern District of New York; U.S. District Court for the Southern District of New York; U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit; Supreme Court of the United States
Memberships:

Professional & Community Involvement

•fellow, The New York Bar Foundation
•Member, Office of Court Administration's (OCA), CPLR Advisory Committee, 2015-Present
•Member, American Bar Association, 2003-Present
•Member, New York Bar Association, 2003-Present
•Member, New York State Advisory Committee on Civil Practice, 2015-Present
•Member, Nassau County Bar Association, 2009-Present
•Board of Directors, Federal Bar Association, 2010-Present
•Past President, EDNY Chapter, 2013-2014
•Member and Secretary, Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists, NY Metro Chapter 2021-Present
•Board Member, St. John's University Alumni Association, 2008-Present
•Member, Colgate University President's Club, 2006-Present
•Member, Colgate University Admissions Committee, 2004-Present
•Former Long Island Chair, 2010-2013
•Chaminade High School
•Member of CAPA, 2018-Present
•Energeia Class of 2019
•Army Ranger Lead the Way Fund, Volunteer, 2014-Present
•N.Y.C. Marathon Team Participant, Army Ranger Lead the Way Fund, 2014
•Advisory Board Member, Smile Farms, Inc., 2021-Present

Reported Cases:
Experience: Representative Matters: Defended major pharmaceutical company in class actions throughout the country, including dismissals of product liability and consumer fraud claims.; Defended company and general counsel in connection with investigation by the Securities and Exchange Commission relating to the granting of stock options.; Obtained the dismissal of personal injury claims against a member of the National Hockey League relating to alleged exposure to toxic substances.; Resolved bitter multimillion-dollar dispute among co-owners of closely held business entities.; Represented company in connection with workplace misconduct matters, including highly sensitive investigations.; Argued multiple appeals in the Second Circuit and Second Department Appellate Division.; Member of team that represented utility company in connection with mass tort.; The above representations were handled by Ms. Cole prior to her joining Greenberg Traurig, LLP.; In-House Experience: Secondment, CA Technologies (formerly CA, Inc.); Professional Certifications: Certified E-Discovery Specialist (CEDS), Association of Certified E-Discovery Specialists, 2017-Present
ISLN:
918237338

Peer Reviews

4.7/5.0 (14 reviews)
Martindale-Hubbell® AV Preeminent Rating Badge

  • Legal Knowledge

    4.8/5.0

  • Analytical Capability

    4.7/5.0

  • Judgment

    4.8/5.0

  • Communication

    4.9/5.0

  • Legal Experience

    4.6/5.0

  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Judge on 02/29/12 in Civil Practice

    I have known Kathryn for 12 years. She was my law clerk & was a damned good one!

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 02/16/12 in Patent Litigation

    Katy is an excellent attorney with a very sharp legal mind. In addition to her day-to-day practice, when called upon, she quickly grasps legal concepts outside of her routine practice area. Katy is also a superb communicator, all of which makes her o... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/10/12 in Litigation

    Kathryn's youth belies her vast experience and the breath of her knowledge of the law and legal tactics. Her reputation as one of the New York area's most energetic and tireless advocates causes opposing counsel to reach for the Alka-Seltzer when t... Read more

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Other Law Firm Position on 02/02/12 in Commercial Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Of Counsel on 02/02/12 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Partner on 02/02/12 in Civil Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Other Legal Professional on 04/19/11 in Litigation

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  • 5.0/5.0 Rated by a Associate on 09/01/09 in Litigation

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Deputy General Counsel on 03/03/12 in Litigation

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  • 4.8/5.0 Rated by a Chief Legal Officer on 02/10/12 in Corporate Litigation

    She was an asset to our team who was really able to step in and help when we were short-handed.

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