Eleni Kouimelis

Eleni Kouimelis

Chicago, IL recognized lawyers icon Recognized in Best Lawyers since 2009
Winston & Strawn LLP

135 Best Lawyers awards

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Awarded Practice Areas

Environmental Law Litigation - Environmental

Biography

Eleni Kouimelis is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Environmental Law and Litigation - Environmental.

Eleni, who practices law in Chicago, Illinois, has been recognized since 2009. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Eleni is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Winston & Strawn LLP

135 Best Lawyers awards

Winston & Strawn LLP logo

Overview

  • Loyola University Chicago, J.D., graduated 1985
  • Loyola University Chicago, J.D., graduated 1985

Client Testimonials

Eleni has served as our primary firm contact as well as primary environmental counsel. She regularly checks in with us and keep posted on developments in the business. She works hard to find the right matches for our needs and is prepared to switch out personnel when other options are available.

Doug Graham (LanzaJet, Inc.)

Eleni Kouimelis is my go-to environmental counsel. She is an expert in her field, and incredibly knowledgeable in all aspects of environmental law. She is also very business practical in her advice.

Eleni is one of the best outside counsel with whom I have ever worked. She has expertise and experience in a wide range of matters and is delightful to work with, even if the matter is very difficult. She seems to understand the demands on in-house counsel's time and is extremely responsive. I recommend her without reservation.

Laura Lynn Smith (Graphic Packaging International, Inc.)

Mariette, GA

Eleni Kouimelis has a wealth of knowledge and experience in environmental issues. She is very business oriented and practical in her advice and guidance. She works well with environmental consultants and understands the technical aspects of environmental matters. She is always responsive and timely. She is well respected in the environmental legal community.

Awards & Focus

Lawyer of the Year Badge - 2024 - Environmental Law
Named "Lawyer of the Year" by Best Lawyers® for:
  • Environmental Law, Chicago (2024)
Recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® 2026 for work in:
  • Environmental Law
  • Litigation - Environmental

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