About

Provided by Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP

Our real estate attorneys work seamlessly with other practices in the firm to advise on matters critical to the lifecycle of real estate assets, including: acquisitions and dispositions; commercial leasing; federal, state and local tax credits; finance, including traditional financing, as well as U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), Federal Housing Administration (FHA), Fannie Mae, Freddie Mac and other agency loan programs; real estate ownership structuring, including joint ventures and private offerings; income tax planning strategies, including venture and transaction structuring and 1031 like-kind exchanges; land use, zoning and entitlements; real estate tax minimization strategies and appeals; construction contracts and construction disputes; environmental; real estate litigation; and franchising and commercial contracts.

Our depth of knowledge of the complete spectrum of real estate issues positions Vorys to spot potential complications unique to each project — from multifamily housing and mixed-use commercial development to industrial facilities — enabling us to provide timely and efficient service to clients in dozens of industries and maximize their real estate investments.

Chambers Review

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Real Estate - Ohio
3
Band 3
What the team is known for

Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease has significant experience in a wide range of matters including financing, lease negotiation and entity structuring. The firm comes recommended for its expertise in HUD financing and joint venture transactions, and maintains a fine track record for its work on condominium development and urban redevelopment projects. The team represents a variety of national and Ohio-based clients. It also continues to be a go-to practice for land use, zoning and eminent domain matters.

Strengths

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Notable Practitioners

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Jill S Tangeman
1
Jill S Tangeman
1
Band 1

Jill Tangeman is recognized for her adept handling of the rezoning, acquisition and financing of multifamily development sites. In particular, she frequently advises developers on entitlements and annexations.

"Jill does a great job for me. I would recommend her strongly."

"Jill has a high reputation and is very well regarded and skilled in the area."

J Theodore (Ted) Smith
3
J Theodore (Ted) Smith
3
Band 3

Theodore Smith is noted for his strengths in advising on various aspects of development projects, particularly those involving mixed-use buildings. He has additional experience assisting clients with developments involving tax credits and economic incentives.

Ranked Lawyers at
Vorys, Sater, Seymour and Pease LLP

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Ohio

Real Estate

J Theodore (Ted) Smith
3
J Theodore (Ted) Smith
3
Band 3
Real Estate: Zoning/Land Use

Jill S Tangeman
1
Jill S Tangeman
1
Band 1

Members

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Aaron Berke

Bryan Falk

Kristin Woeste

Nicholas Ray

Scott Ziance

Sheila Gartland

Industries

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Commercial and Professional Services

Construction & Materials

Energy

Real Estate

Real Estate Finance

Retail