VANGUARD & COLE
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EST. 2019 — NEW YORK

When It Matters Most, You Deserve Better.

Clear thinking. Personal attention. Legal strategy that actually makes sense — from a team that picks up the phone.

Corporate Law ✦ Litigation ✦ Criminal Defense ✦ Family Law ✦ Real Estate ✦ IP & Patents ✦ Employment Law ✦ Immigration ✦ Tax Law ✦ Mergers & Acquisitions ✦ Corporate Law ✦ Litigation ✦ Criminal Defense ✦ Family Law ✦ Real Estate ✦ IP & Patents ✦ Employment Law ✦ Immigration ✦ Tax Law ✦ Mergers & Acquisitions ✦

Built on Trust,
Driven by Results.

We started Vanguard & Cole because we were tired of firms that made clients feel like a number. Our approach is different — you get direct access to your attorney, honest answers, and a team that genuinely cares how things turn out.

Since 2019, we've grown from two attorneys sharing a desk into a firm of 25+ across three offices. We still run the same way — every client gets our best, every time.

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PRACTICE

Areas of Expertise

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Corporate & Business Law

Whether you're launching, scaling, or making a deal — we handle the legal side so you can focus on building.

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02

Criminal Defense

Facing charges is overwhelming. We bring clarity, preparation, and a track record that speaks for itself.

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03

Real Estate

Buying, selling, or leasing — we make sure every detail is covered before you sign anything.

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04

Family Law

Divorce, custody, adoption — these are deeply personal. We handle them with empathy and care, every step of the way.

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05

Litigation & Disputes

When negotiations stall, we're ready for the courtroom. Thorough preparation, clear strategy, strong results.

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06

IP & Patent Law

Your ideas have value. We help you protect, license, and defend your intellectual property.

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"Good legal work isn't about big speeches.
It's about knowing the details so well
that nothing catches you off guard."
— Marcus Vanguard, Founding Partner

The People Behind Your Case

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Marcus Vanguard

Founding Partner

Former federal prosecutor with 20+ years of trial experience. Calm under pressure, relentless in preparation.

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Sarah Cole

Founding Partner

Harvard Law. Forbes 30 Under 30. Has guided $2B+ in corporate transactions — and still answers her own emails.

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James Ruiz

Head of Litigation

Trial attorney with a 96% success rate. Meticulous in prep, compelling in the courtroom.

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Aisha Patel

Family Law Lead

Named "Top Family Attorney" by NY Legal Magazine three years running. Clients say she makes the hardest time feel manageable.

Recent Results.

Every outcome here represents a real person we helped through a real challenge.

$47M
Settlement
Class action against pharmaceutical company for defective medication.
MEDICAL LIABILITY
NOT GUILTY
Verdict
Federal fraud case — client was facing 25 years. Full acquittal on all counts.
CRIMINAL DEFENSE
$12M
Acquisition
Structured and negotiated a complex tech startup acquisition in 30 days.
CORPORATE
$8.5M
Judgment
Employment discrimination case — largest award in the state that year.
EMPLOYMENT LAW

What Our Clients Say

★★★★★

"I walked in expecting the worst. Marcus sat me down, explained everything clearly, and three months later my case was dismissed. I still can't believe it."

David K. Criminal Defense Client
★★★★★

"Sarah found things in our acquisition contract that two other firms missed. She saved us $3M and made the whole process feel straightforward."

Linda M. Corporate Client, CEO
★★★★★

"Going through a divorce was the hardest thing I've done. Aisha was patient, thoughtful, and always put my kids first. I'm so grateful."

Rachel S. Family Law Client

Let's Figure This
Out Together.

Your first consultation is free. No pressure, no jargon — just a straightforward conversation about your situation and how we can help.