Avanthi M. Cole

Avanthi’s practice specializes in intellectual property disputes, with a focus on copyright and trademark litigation and counseling. She has represented clients across a range of industries, including social media platforms, pharmaceutical companies, online businesses, and domain name registrars. 

In addition to handling litigation matters, Avanthi also advises client on the management and enforcement of trademarks and trade dress.

Community & Professional Activities

New York State Bar Association (2021 - present)

National Bar Association (2023 - present)

Metropolitan Black Bar Association (2024 - present)

Experience

Representative matters include:

• Representing an online resume building service in a copyright infringement action against a competitor accused of web-scraping and unauthorized use of the service’s proprietary information.
• Representing social media platforms in copyright infringement actions concerning improperly licensed tracks offered to users.
• Representing pharmaceutical companies in patent infringement actions concerning infant formula and various well-known medications.

Prior Employment:

Latham & Watkins LLP (Associate - 2022-2024)

Skadden, Arps, Slate, Meagher & Flom LLP (Summer Associate - 2019, 2020; Associate - 2021-2022)