About

Provided by Thompson Hine LLP

Our nationally recognized Real Estate practice areas include corporate real estate, including headquarters projects and plant facilities; real estate construction and development; asset management and leasing; financing, investment and capital markets transactions; and tax credits and other government incentives. Drawing from the collective experience of Project Management Consultants, the firm’s wholly owned subsidiary, and other practice groups such as construction, bankruptcy, tax, corporate, environmental and business litigation, the firm offers sophisticated counsel on real estate transactions of any size and complexity. It also provides guidance on real estate litigation and settlement strategies, foreclosures, workouts, bankruptcies affecting other real estate investments, brownfields, eminent domain and land-use matters.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Ohio
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Band 1
What the team is known for

Thompson Hine has a market-leading practice with a large stable of experienced and talented attorneys. The firm is sought after for its expertise in strategic real estate counselling, dispute resolution and all matters relating to real estate development, financing and acquisitions. It maintains a fine reputation for its strength in public incentives work. It also possesses an excellent track record in advising on major retail developments. Its clients include developers, Fortune 500 companies and financial institutions.

Work Highlights

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  • Thompson & Hine LLP assisted Pratt & Whitney with the development of a new manufacturing facility in Asheville, North Carolina and a separate $250 million transaction for a new facility in Hartford, Connecticut.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Thomas J Coyne
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Thomas J Coyne
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Thomas Coyne offers notable strengths in foreign and multistate transactions and is often called upon to assist with large-scale development projects. He frequently represents REITs, private equity firms and corporate clients from an array of sectors, including manufacturing and aerospace.

"The leadership he provides is an inspiration."
"Thomas is a fantastic practitioner who does high-level deals."

Robyn M Smyers
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Robyn M Smyers
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Robyn Smyers is an esteemed real estate practitioner with significant prowess in handling big-ticket acquisitions, dispositions, sales and leasing matters. She acts for a range of clients typically including developers, REITs and other entities possessing large property portfolios.



"Robyn sets the standard for excellence in client support. She knows the issues, expertly counsels the business and functions on risk/potential approaches, and ensures seamless execution on deals."

James B Aronoff
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James B Aronoff
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James Aronoff remains a go-to attorney for property financing matters of all kinds, including REITs and REOCs. He regularly assists clients with transactions relating to an array of properties, including retail, industrial and mixed-use developments.

William Weir
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William Weir
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William Weir has a strong reputation in real estate finance work. He is sought out for representation by financial institutions, particularly as they relate to student and affordable housing projects.



"William does sophisticated work and manages clients' expectations well."

Robert M Curry
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Robert M Curry
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Robert Curry routinely assists large corporate clients with a range of property development matters, including sophisticated financing arrangements and government incentives. His expertise spans transactions involving retail, industrial, residential and mixed-use developments.

"Robert helps us navigate some complex real estate matters. He is a tremendous person to have on the team and he does a great job."

"He is a phenomenal lawyer who's very knowledgeable."

Stephen M. King
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Stephen M. King
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Stephen King is a respected real estate attorney with a strong track record of representing REITs and developers. He frequently assists with the acquisition and development of residential, commercial and mixed-use developments, including transactions involving financing aspects.

"I really love working with Stephen, he has a lot of experience."

"Stephen is sharp and practical."

Ranked Lawyers at
Thompson Hine LLP

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Ohio

Real Estate

Thomas J Coyne
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Thomas J Coyne
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Band 1
Robyn M Smyers
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Robyn M Smyers
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Band 2
James B Aronoff
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James B Aronoff
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Band 3
William Weir
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William Weir
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Band 3
Robert M Curry
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Robert M Curry
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Band 4
Stephen M. King
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Stephen M. King
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Band 4

Industries

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Borrower and lender financing and capital markets transactions

Corporate real estate matters, including headquarter projects

Ground lease and space lease agreements

Real estate development

Tax credits and other government incentives