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Mark George Kafantaris
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Mark Kafantaris is a graduate of The Ohio State University (B.A.) and Capital University Law School (J.D., magna cum laude),where he concentrated his studies in Constitutional litigation. Duringlaw school, he served as a judicial extern to Ohio Supreme CourtJustice Evelyn Lundberg Stratton and U.S. District Judge AlgenonMarbley. Mark also worked for Columbus City Attorney Rick Pfeiffer atthe City Prosecutor’s Office before entering into private practice.
Mark is admitted to practice in the following courts:
- The Supreme Court of the United States
- The Supreme Court of Ohio and all other Courts & Agencies of the State
- The United States Court of Appeals for the Sixth Circuit
- The United States District Court for the Northern District of Ohio
- The United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
- The United States Tax Court
Mark is a member of the following boards and professional associations:
- The Columbus Bar Association
- The Trumbull County Bar Association
- The Mahoning County Bar Association
- The Hellenic Bar Association
- Better Lawyer (Columbus Lawyer's Quarterly) Board of Editors
- Omicron Chapter of Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity Board of Control
- American Hellenic Educational Progressive Association
- The Greek Olympic Society of Columbus
- Credit Education Coalition
Practice Areas
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Fees and Rates
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Payment Methods
- Cash
- Check
- Credit Card
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Licensed in Ohio for 19 years
State: Ohio
Acquired: 2006
No misconduct found
Licensed in Indiana for 4 years
State: Indiana
Acquired: 2021
No misconduct found
Location
Kafantaris Law Offices
625 City Park Avenue, Columbus, OH, 43206-1003
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Mark George Kafantaris's Reviews
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Posted by Laura | November 17, 2021 | Hired Attorney
This review is from a person who hired this attorney.
awesome!
Mark Kaufantaris was my first, and hopefully last, personal injury lawyer. He was recommended to me when a neighbor’s dog random bite put 8 stitches into my leg. He knew who to call and how to deal with it when I was clueless. (renter's insurance- who knew?! I didn't.). I found him to be nice, symp...
Posted by Della | September 18, 2014
Previous Client
I hired Mark several years ago to represent me on a matter that several other 'well known" lawyers in Columbus could not handle because they were not equipped to deal with federal issues. Mark represented me to the fullest extent of the law above and beyond my expectations! Not only was Mark able to ...
Posted by Jim | April 3, 2013
Great lawyer and very nice guy too.
Mark is an awsome lawyer. I needed copies of some papers I couldn't fine from a case he handled 3 years ago and he emailed them to me within minutes! Also answered questions for me and I didn't think he would even remember me.
Mark George Kafantaris's Lawyer Endorsements
Benjamin Wright
Construction and development lawyer | May 05
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
"I was opposing counsel on a matter with Mark and as a direct result of his competence and professionalism we were able to quickly resolve a case that could have turned into a long drawn-out litigation."
"I referred a former client to Mark who needed legal assistance in an area of law that I don't practice. Mark was able to achieve a great outcome on the case in a relatively quick amount of time."
"Mark is as good as it gets. I wouldn't want to face him in court. He's genuine, understands the good and bad in each case, and fights hard. He also has a knowledge and passion for the law that is unprecedented. After meeting him, I guarantee you will (at least) feel a sense of clarity with whatever you're facing."
"I endorse Mark. He is a highly skilled attorney that is well respected in the legal community."
"Mark is very passionate about the practice of law. He goes above and beyond for his clients, and truly believes in being the best advocate he can be."
"I endorse this lawyer."
"Mark Kafantaris was born to be a lawyer. His understanding of the law and how different practice areas are interconnected is unmatched by other colleagues. Mark is straightforward and will be honest with you about your case throughout the entire process. He also is exceptional at knowing when to fight and when to compromise. Mark is passionate about the law and his cases."
"Mark is an excellent attorney. He takes pride in the legal profession. He is an enthusiastic advocate for his clients, and he cares about obtaining the best possible result in every case. I have referred several clients to Mark for personal injury matters. Each client is impressed with Mark's knowledge and pleased that he takes time to get to know them and understand their needs. I highly recommend Mark Kafantaris to anyone who is looking for a dedicated, knowledgeable, and skilled personal injury lawyer."
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Experience
Honors
2015
Ohio Rising Stars 2015, Ohio Super Lawyers
2014
Ohio Rising Stars 2014, Ohio Super Lawyers
2012
Ohio Rising Stars 2012, Ohio Super Lawyers
2011
Ohio Rising Stars 2011, Ohio Super Lawyers
2005
Order of the Curia, Capital University Law School
Work Experience
2006 - Present
Attorney, Kafantaris Law Offices
2005 - 2005
Judicial Extern, United States District Court for the Southern District of Ohio
2005 - 2006
Legal Intern, Columbus City Prosecutor's Office
2005 - 2005
Judicial Extern, Ohio Supreme Court
1999 - 2003
Law Clerk, Makridis Law Office
Associations
2009 - Present
Credit Education CoalitionMember
2008 - Present
Hellenic Bar AssociationMember
2008 - Present
American Hellenic Educational Progressive AssociationSecretary
2007 - Present
Better Lawyer (Columbus Lawyers Quarterly)Board of Editors
2006 - Present
Trumbull County Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Columbus Bar AssociationMember
2006 - Present
Mahoning County Bar AssociationMember
Sample of Legal Cases
Arista Records, LLC, et al., v. Does 1-9, Case No. 2:07-cv-961, Southern District of Ohio, Copy. L. Rep. (CCH) P29,610
Court ordered severance of Doe Defendants.
Teasdale, et al. v. Heck, et al., Case No. 2:07-cv-348, Southern District of Ohio, 499 F. Supp. 2d 967.
Affidavit of Merit Challenge Denied
Education
2005
Capital University Law School
JD - Juris Doctor (magna cum laude)
2003
The Ohio State University
BA - Bachelor of Arts
Speaking Engagements
2013
Bankruptcy Law Institute
Manage Your Practice-Don't Let Your Practice Manage You
Publications
2013
Better Lawyer
Getting Into the Cloud
2012
Better Lawyer
The Paperless Law Office
2011
Better Lawyer
To Be Early Is To Be On Time
2011
Better Lawyer
The Building Blocks of Credibility
2011
Better Lawyer
A Primer on EMail Etiquette
2010
Better Lawyer
The Limits of Advocacy
2010
Better Lawyer
Dealing With Difficult Clients
2009
2009
Better Lawyer
New Lawyers Take on a Difficult Case
2008
Better Lawyer
The Lighter Side of the Law
Languages
French
Greek
Activity
Legal Answers