Andrew L. Cole

Andrew L. Cole is a Delaware corporate and commercial litigation attorney and member who leads his firm’s Delaware litigation practice. He primarily represents businesses, owners, directors, officers, creditors, and nonprofit organizations in the Delaware Court of Chancery. His work includes intra-corporate disputes, contract claims, injunction proceedings, corporate governance issues, and conflicts involving directors’ and officers’ duties. He also handles commercial and creditor rights matters in Delaware state courts.

Cole earned his J.D. from Emory University School of Law and his B.S. from Davidson College. His education provided a strong foundation in corporate law, civil procedure, legal analysis, and written advocacy. He is admitted in Delaware, Florida, Maryland, and Virginia, as well as several federal district and appellate courts. These admissions support his representation of clients in complex disputes across multiple jurisdictions and judicial forums.

Cole litigates corporate, financial services, contract, and commercial disputes in the Delaware Court of Chancery and Delaware Superior Court, including its Complex Commercial Litigation Division. His practice also extends to state and federal courts in Maryland and Florida. Beyond litigation, he counsels companies, business owners, and nonprofit organizations on corporate governance, insider transactions, and the responsibilities of directors and officers. This combination helps clients address disputes while improving decision-making and risk management.

Andrew L. Cole has been recognized by Best Lawyers for his professional work. He also serves as a Certified Judge with US Sailing, a role he has held since 1998. His practice combines Delaware corporate law knowledge, multijurisdictional litigation experience, and practical business counseling. He helps clients evaluate governance concerns, respond to urgent injunction requests, manage creditor disputes, and pursue clear strategies in demanding commercial matters.

Law Office Affiliations

• Member, Cole Schotz P.C
• Member, Delaware State Bar Association
• Member, The Florida Bar
• Member, Maryland State Bar Association
• Member, The Virginia Bar Association

Licensed State

• Delaware
• Florida
• Maryland
• Virginia

Education

• Emory University School of Law
  Juris Doctor (JD)
• Davidson College
  Bachelor of Science (BS)