team-member

Eleni Drakatos

Columbus, OH

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Law Degree

Awards

Primary Practice Area

Car Accident

Language

Greek

About

Eleana represents people that have been injured and families that have lost a loved one due to someone else's fault. Eleana and her law partner, Dennis Yacobozzi, have over 20 years of combined legal experience in the areas of personal injury, medical negligence, product liability, and premises liability. Eleana and Dennis offer aggressive legal representation, while maintaining the personal attention their clients need. Eleana graduated from Ohio Wesleyan University with a double major in Psychology and Neuroscience. Her strong science background helps her in the practice of medical negligence and personal injury. Eleana earned her law degree from Capital University Law School. Eleana serves on the Board of Governors for the Ohio State Bar Association (2015-2018). Since 2004, she has served on the Boards of the Ohio Association for Justice (OAJ), the Central Ohio Association for Justice (COAJ), and the Women Lawyers of Franklin County (President 2013-14). Eleana is rated “AV” by Martindale Hubble, is a member of the National Trial Lawyers Association - Top 40 Under 40 and is listed in Ohio SuperLawyers

Practices Areas

Car Accident

Medical Malpractice

Personal Injury

Motorcycle accident

Language

Greek

Contact

Yacobozzi Drakatos, LLC1243 South High StreetColumbus, OH, 432061243 South High StreetColumbus, OH, 43206

Office: N/A

Website: N/A

Reviews

Kim
February 27, 2021

I was rear-ended at high speed which led to a life-changing personal injury and a totaled vehicle. The responsible party's insurance company was refusing to pay by medical bills or my property damage. Not only did Eleni take my case, she negotiated a very fair settlement. Throughout my case, she made sure to listen to my concerns and kept me apprised of what was (or wasn't) happening. I cannot speak highly enough of her. God forbid, should I need an attorney in the future, Eleni will be my first call.

Jon McKanna
January 7, 2020

Eleni was exactly what we needed after we both almost lost our lives to a driver who totally at fault in an accident we were involve in. She came to our house and carefully laid out the game plan for pursuing everything that we were entitled to receive and in the end we were able to have all of our medical bills paid for and received the maximum amount of compensation that the insurance companies were required to make. We can't thank her enough for all the she did. We were kept updated throughout the process and highly recommend her to anyone who is in need of an attorney with integrity and professionalism.

Jeffrey
January 22, 2019

My wife and I were involved in an auto accident and received many letters from lawyers to assist us in our case. We decided to call Eleni and are very glad we did. From start to finish our case was handled as professional as ever could be expected. We received the best settlement that was possible due to her hard work and great help from her office staff. She always kept us up to date with what was taking place at the time. As time went by we really started to feel like she was totally interested in our well-being and future, not just a pay check. Not only did we gain a great attorney but a great friend in the process. I would highly recommend Eleni for your lawyer needs. You will not be sorry that you gave here a try. Thank you so much Eleni!

Rachel
July 7, 2018

Eleni Drakatos is the most professional, thorough, diligent lawyer I have encountered. My previous lawyer completely dropped the ball and left me incredibly stressed with fewer than six months to handle my case. Eleni was recommended by a friend, and she and her staff have been everything I hoped for and more. I didn't think it was possible to settle my case by the deadline after my previous lawyer sat on my case, doing absolutely nothing in the year that he had it, but Eleni and her team were able to get together all the information for my case, process it, negotiate, and secure a favorable outcome BEFORE the deadline. They have been open and honest, continuing to detail where we are every step of the way and informing me of all options available. Their organization and attention to detail ensures that they have addressed every possibility in your case to garner the absolute best outcome. They had to go up against what I have heard was one of the most difficult companies to work with, and I am more than pleased with the outcome of my case. They provide updates to you before you ask so you never have to wait or wonder what's going on. They communicate any new information immediately to ensure the most timely resolution of your case. They are always available to contact for any questions or concerns and return your correspondence without delay - about two hours was the longest I have ever had to wait for a response from them. Eleni's main assistant, Cheryl, is a gem and has also made this whole process easy and seamless. With the horrible experience with my previous lawyer, I was, admittedly, very jaded regarding the legal profession. Eleni has restored my faith that there are great, hardworking lawyers who are actually invested in your best interests. You absolutely cannot go wrong by selecting Eleni Drakatos and her team.

Doug N Angie Boetcher
February 16, 2017

We had an issue with our attorney he wanted to quit last minute before trial and we were very concerned about who to go to for help! Eleni not only returned my call but did so in the evening at my convenience! She took the time to LISTEN and made my concerns valid! She was very attentive to our needs and started looking into our case immediately. She got us a result that wouldn't have been possible with anyone else! We were very pleased with her and considered her the perfect person for our case. Although she was retained last minute she went right to work and her research paid off!! We couldn't be more thankful - she made us feel so comfortable and we were very impressed by her care and attentiveness to us.

Micheal
June 7, 2016

I hired Eleni to handle my under insured motorist and medical claim. No only was Eleni detailed, organized and professional, all qualities I was looking for and needed in my legal counsel, she is a transparent, honest and caring attorney who actually can communicate! Eleni made sure I was comfortable with the process and procedures, spending quality time to prepare me for any and all meetings, and clearly and concisely communicated the progress of my case from deposition to successful conclusion. Eleni is an impeccable professional who did not remotely attempt to direct my opinion, she provided me with the options available to us and together, in partnership made the decision on the next steps. Eleni is also a very tough negotiator an endearing quality you absolutely need in this area in my opinion. I was grateful I was not the opposing counsel. Having previously worked for a law firm for over 10 years and being privy to many styles of handling cases, I could not recommend Eleni any higher. She is the best of the best and will work every possible option to the best of her ability to get the job done. I provide my wholehearted recommendation for her work and in my opinion is your only choice - she will get it done and get it done right!

Norma
August 28, 2015

I came in contact with Eleni Andriana Drakatos over a few years ago over a personal injury matter. Eleni is a wonderful and down to earth individual with such great knowledge and a straight forward attitude towards her work. She kept me well informed with all the steps of the case and explained everything in terms that I could understand and in the end took care of the situation with great success. I truly felt, no I know that she wanted to win for me not just for herself and Eleni did just that- she won! I am so very pleased with her quick response to any questions or concerns and she would not end a phone call unless she was sure that I was completely comfortable with what was going on. I highly recommend hiring Eleni Andriana Drakatos anytime for your legal matters!

Devon
June 16, 2015

First of all Eleni was referred to me as the best and I have to tell you she did not disappoint. Her professional courtesy was second to none. It's not often that you find people that care, but Eleni sincerely cared about me and my well-being. I hope that anyone reading this understands that's there's one person to call if you need help, and that's team DRAKATOS!

Tony
June 10, 2015

Eleni did a great job of handling our son's car accident that was not his fault. She explained the process and kept us informed with the updates from the insurance and medical companies. We made the decisions together either in her office or on conference calls. I would highly recommend her for your legal needs. A true professional with a caring personal touch through out the process.

Kimberly
June 5, 2015

Eleni represented my husband and me in a major Medical Malpractice case that went to trial by jury in Franklin County, OH. The facts or our case, along with Eleni's expertise, research and trial plan, resulted in the jury finding for us. The jury awarded us a sizeable amount, which is rare in Franklin County, as juries tend to lean toward the Doctor, and are not generous with awards, if they do rule for the plaintiff. We strongly recommend Eleni to anyone in need of excellent counsel for a malpractice or personal injury claim.

Kim
February 27, 2021

I was rear-ended at high speed which led to a life-changing personal injury and a totaled vehicle. The responsible party's insurance company was refusing to pay by medical bills or my property damage. Not only did Eleni take my case, she negotiated a very fair settlement. Throughout my case, she made sure to listen to my concerns and kept me apprised of what was (or wasn't) happening. I cannot speak highly enough of her. God forbid, should I need an attorney in the future, Eleni will be my first call.

Jon McKanna
January 7, 2020

Eleni was exactly what we needed after we both almost lost our lives to a driver who totally at fault in an accident we were involve in. She came to our house and carefully laid out the game plan for pursuing everything that we were entitled to receive and in the end we were able to have all of our medical bills paid for and received the maximum amount of compensation that the insurance companies were required to make. We can't thank her enough for all the she did. We were kept updated throughout the process and highly recommend her to anyone who is in need of an attorney with integrity and professionalism.

Jeffrey
January 22, 2019

My wife and I were involved in an auto accident and received many letters from lawyers to assist us in our case. We decided to call Eleni and are very glad we did. From start to finish our case was handled as professional as ever could be expected. We received the best settlement that was possible due to her hard work and great help from her office staff. She always kept us up to date with what was taking place at the time. As time went by we really started to feel like she was totally interested in our well-being and future, not just a pay check. Not only did we gain a great attorney but a great friend in the process. I would highly recommend Eleni for your lawyer needs. You will not be sorry that you gave here a try. Thank you so much Eleni!

Rachel
July 7, 2018

Eleni Drakatos is the most professional, thorough, diligent lawyer I have encountered. My previous lawyer completely dropped the ball and left me incredibly stressed with fewer than six months to handle my case. Eleni was recommended by a friend, and she and her staff have been everything I hoped for and more. I didn't think it was possible to settle my case by the deadline after my previous lawyer sat on my case, doing absolutely nothing in the year that he had it, but Eleni and her team were able to get together all the information for my case, process it, negotiate, and secure a favorable outcome BEFORE the deadline. They have been open and honest, continuing to detail where we are every step of the way and informing me of all options available. Their organization and attention to detail ensures that they have addressed every possibility in your case to garner the absolute best outcome. They had to go up against what I have heard was one of the most difficult companies to work with, and I am more than pleased with the outcome of my case. They provide updates to you before you ask so you never have to wait or wonder what's going on. They communicate any new information immediately to ensure the most timely resolution of your case. They are always available to contact for any questions or concerns and return your correspondence without delay - about two hours was the longest I have ever had to wait for a response from them. Eleni's main assistant, Cheryl, is a gem and has also made this whole process easy and seamless. With the horrible experience with my previous lawyer, I was, admittedly, very jaded regarding the legal profession. Eleni has restored my faith that there are great, hardworking lawyers who are actually invested in your best interests. You absolutely cannot go wrong by selecting Eleni Drakatos and her team.

Doug N Angie Boetcher
February 16, 2017

We had an issue with our attorney he wanted to quit last minute before trial and we were very concerned about who to go to for help! Eleni not only returned my call but did so in the evening at my convenience! She took the time to LISTEN and made my concerns valid! She was very attentive to our needs and started looking into our case immediately. She got us a result that wouldn't have been possible with anyone else! We were very pleased with her and considered her the perfect person for our case. Although she was retained last minute she went right to work and her research paid off!! We couldn't be more thankful - she made us feel so comfortable and we were very impressed by her care and attentiveness to us.

Micheal
June 7, 2016

I hired Eleni to handle my under insured motorist and medical claim. No only was Eleni detailed, organized and professional, all qualities I was looking for and needed in my legal counsel, she is a transparent, honest and caring attorney who actually can communicate! Eleni made sure I was comfortable with the process and procedures, spending quality time to prepare me for any and all meetings, and clearly and concisely communicated the progress of my case from deposition to successful conclusion. Eleni is an impeccable professional who did not remotely attempt to direct my opinion, she provided me with the options available to us and together, in partnership made the decision on the next steps. Eleni is also a very tough negotiator an endearing quality you absolutely need in this area in my opinion. I was grateful I was not the opposing counsel. Having previously worked for a law firm for over 10 years and being privy to many styles of handling cases, I could not recommend Eleni any higher. She is the best of the best and will work every possible option to the best of her ability to get the job done. I provide my wholehearted recommendation for her work and in my opinion is your only choice - she will get it done and get it done right!

Norma
August 28, 2015

I came in contact with Eleni Andriana Drakatos over a few years ago over a personal injury matter. Eleni is a wonderful and down to earth individual with such great knowledge and a straight forward attitude towards her work. She kept me well informed with all the steps of the case and explained everything in terms that I could understand and in the end took care of the situation with great success. I truly felt, no I know that she wanted to win for me not just for herself and Eleni did just that- she won! I am so very pleased with her quick response to any questions or concerns and she would not end a phone call unless she was sure that I was completely comfortable with what was going on. I highly recommend hiring Eleni Andriana Drakatos anytime for your legal matters!

Devon
June 16, 2015

First of all Eleni was referred to me as the best and I have to tell you she did not disappoint. Her professional courtesy was second to none. It's not often that you find people that care, but Eleni sincerely cared about me and my well-being. I hope that anyone reading this understands that's there's one person to call if you need help, and that's team DRAKATOS!

Tony
June 10, 2015

Eleni did a great job of handling our son's car accident that was not his fault. She explained the process and kept us informed with the updates from the insurance and medical companies. We made the decisions together either in her office or on conference calls. I would highly recommend her for your legal needs. A true professional with a caring personal touch through out the process.

Kimberly
June 5, 2015

Eleni represented my husband and me in a major Medical Malpractice case that went to trial by jury in Franklin County, OH. The facts or our case, along with Eleni's expertise, research and trial plan, resulted in the jury finding for us. The jury awarded us a sizeable amount, which is rare in Franklin County, as juries tend to lean toward the Doctor, and are not generous with awards, if they do rule for the plaintiff. We strongly recommend Eleni to anyone in need of excellent counsel for a malpractice or personal injury claim.

Kim
February 27, 2021

I was rear-ended at high speed which led to a life-changing personal injury and a totaled vehicle. The responsible party's insurance company was refusing to pay by medical bills or my property damage. Not only did Eleni take my case, she negotiated a very fair settlement. Throughout my case, she made sure to listen to my concerns and kept me apprised of what was (or wasn't) happening. I cannot speak highly enough of her. God forbid, should I need an attorney in the future, Eleni will be my first call.

Jon McKanna
January 7, 2020

Eleni was exactly what we needed after we both almost lost our lives to a driver who totally at fault in an accident we were involve in. She came to our house and carefully laid out the game plan for pursuing everything that we were entitled to receive and in the end we were able to have all of our medical bills paid for and received the maximum amount of compensation that the insurance companies were required to make. We can't thank her enough for all the she did. We were kept updated throughout the process and highly recommend her to anyone who is in need of an attorney with integrity and professionalism.

Jeffrey
January 22, 2019

My wife and I were involved in an auto accident and received many letters from lawyers to assist us in our case. We decided to call Eleni and are very glad we did. From start to finish our case was handled as professional as ever could be expected. We received the best settlement that was possible due to her hard work and great help from her office staff. She always kept us up to date with what was taking place at the time. As time went by we really started to feel like she was totally interested in our well-being and future, not just a pay check. Not only did we gain a great attorney but a great friend in the process. I would highly recommend Eleni for your lawyer needs. You will not be sorry that you gave here a try. Thank you so much Eleni!

Rachel
July 7, 2018

Eleni Drakatos is the most professional, thorough, diligent lawyer I have encountered. My previous lawyer completely dropped the ball and left me incredibly stressed with fewer than six months to handle my case. Eleni was recommended by a friend, and she and her staff have been everything I hoped for and more. I didn't think it was possible to settle my case by the deadline after my previous lawyer sat on my case, doing absolutely nothing in the year that he had it, but Eleni and her team were able to get together all the information for my case, process it, negotiate, and secure a favorable outcome BEFORE the deadline. They have been open and honest, continuing to detail where we are every step of the way and informing me of all options available. Their organization and attention to detail ensures that they have addressed every possibility in your case to garner the absolute best outcome. They had to go up against what I have heard was one of the most difficult companies to work with, and I am more than pleased with the outcome of my case. They provide updates to you before you ask so you never have to wait or wonder what's going on. They communicate any new information immediately to ensure the most timely resolution of your case. They are always available to contact for any questions or concerns and return your correspondence without delay - about two hours was the longest I have ever had to wait for a response from them. Eleni's main assistant, Cheryl, is a gem and has also made this whole process easy and seamless. With the horrible experience with my previous lawyer, I was, admittedly, very jaded regarding the legal profession. Eleni has restored my faith that there are great, hardworking lawyers who are actually invested in your best interests. You absolutely cannot go wrong by selecting Eleni Drakatos and her team.

Doug N Angie Boetcher
February 16, 2017

We had an issue with our attorney he wanted to quit last minute before trial and we were very concerned about who to go to for help! Eleni not only returned my call but did so in the evening at my convenience! She took the time to LISTEN and made my concerns valid! She was very attentive to our needs and started looking into our case immediately. She got us a result that wouldn't have been possible with anyone else! We were very pleased with her and considered her the perfect person for our case. Although she was retained last minute she went right to work and her research paid off!! We couldn't be more thankful - she made us feel so comfortable and we were very impressed by her care and attentiveness to us.

Micheal
June 7, 2016

I hired Eleni to handle my under insured motorist and medical claim. No only was Eleni detailed, organized and professional, all qualities I was looking for and needed in my legal counsel, she is a transparent, honest and caring attorney who actually can communicate! Eleni made sure I was comfortable with the process and procedures, spending quality time to prepare me for any and all meetings, and clearly and concisely communicated the progress of my case from deposition to successful conclusion. Eleni is an impeccable professional who did not remotely attempt to direct my opinion, she provided me with the options available to us and together, in partnership made the decision on the next steps. Eleni is also a very tough negotiator an endearing quality you absolutely need in this area in my opinion. I was grateful I was not the opposing counsel. Having previously worked for a law firm for over 10 years and being privy to many styles of handling cases, I could not recommend Eleni any higher. She is the best of the best and will work every possible option to the best of her ability to get the job done. I provide my wholehearted recommendation for her work and in my opinion is your only choice - she will get it done and get it done right!

Norma
August 28, 2015

I came in contact with Eleni Andriana Drakatos over a few years ago over a personal injury matter. Eleni is a wonderful and down to earth individual with such great knowledge and a straight forward attitude towards her work. She kept me well informed with all the steps of the case and explained everything in terms that I could understand and in the end took care of the situation with great success. I truly felt, no I know that she wanted to win for me not just for herself and Eleni did just that- she won! I am so very pleased with her quick response to any questions or concerns and she would not end a phone call unless she was sure that I was completely comfortable with what was going on. I highly recommend hiring Eleni Andriana Drakatos anytime for your legal matters!

Devon
June 16, 2015

First of all Eleni was referred to me as the best and I have to tell you she did not disappoint. Her professional courtesy was second to none. It's not often that you find people that care, but Eleni sincerely cared about me and my well-being. I hope that anyone reading this understands that's there's one person to call if you need help, and that's team DRAKATOS!

Tony
June 10, 2015

Eleni did a great job of handling our son's car accident that was not his fault. She explained the process and kept us informed with the updates from the insurance and medical companies. We made the decisions together either in her office or on conference calls. I would highly recommend her for your legal needs. A true professional with a caring personal touch through out the process.

Kimberly
June 5, 2015

Eleni represented my husband and me in a major Medical Malpractice case that went to trial by jury in Franklin County, OH. The facts or our case, along with Eleni's expertise, research and trial plan, resulted in the jury finding for us. The jury awarded us a sizeable amount, which is rare in Franklin County, as juries tend to lean toward the Doctor, and are not generous with awards, if they do rule for the plaintiff. We strongly recommend Eleni to anyone in need of excellent counsel for a malpractice or personal injury claim.