Tenant Representation

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Client: Wilmington College Sq Feet: 14,143 SF Lease Assignment: Wilmington College was located in two suburban “B” locations and enrollment was decreasing as out of state colleges began entering the market. Murphy-Abernethy suggested a single consolidated location in a class “A” building and location. “The decision to consolidate our two locations was not easy for Wilmington College, however, the analysis provided by Murphy-Abernethy gave us great confidence and we made the right decision and are delighted with the results” - Tom Jenkins (Vice President for Business & Finance)

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Client: Jackson, Rolfes, Spurgeon & Co Sq Feet: 23,290 SF Lease Assignment: One of the largest accounting firms in the Greater Cincinnati area Jackson, Rolfes, Spurgeon & Co. needed a long term solution to accommodate their rapid growth. The solution was found at the Midland Building where JRS will occupy the entire 2nd floor which will allow for future expansion. “The Murphy-Abernethy team did an outstanding job of negotiating a great deal for JRS. What impressed us is that they stayed involved, even after the lease was signed, just to make sure we had all our issues taken care of.” - Jim Rolfes (Managing Partner)

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Client: Barnes Dennig & Company Sq Feet: 27,906 SF Lease Assignment: The Murphy-Abernethy Office Group was retained by Barnes, Dennig & Co. to help them determine the best course of action regarding their real estate. This local accounting firm located in the CBD (Carew Tower) had been experiencing strong success and growth, and needed assistance with future space requirements and an assessment of their lease costs. The Murphy-Abernethy Office Group, which also included an architect, construction manager, and relocation specialist, presented Barnes, Dennig & Co. with various opportunities. Following extensive analysis and negotiation, a lease was executed at the Federal Reserve Building. “The Murphy-Abernethy Office Group did a great job of obtaining and summarizing the various proposals we received and then advising us on the pros and cons of each as well as identifying the differences and similarities of each proposal. I would highly recommend them to anyone who is looking for an outstanding real estate professional.” - Bill Cloppert, CPA (Managing Director)

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Client: Union Institute & University Sq Feet: 55,750 SF Sale/Leaseback Assignment: Union Institute & University decided to dispose of real estate assets to free up cash to invest in growing their learners programs. “The Murphy-Abernethy Office Group at Cassidy Turley in Cincinnati handled the marketing and sale of three buildings for Union Institute & University and assisted with a lease back on 440 E. McMillan. The whole process for two historically major buildings and a small annex took two years but we waited for our price during an off market. Don personally insured every lead was followed and provided follow-up to complete negotiations and a clean closing process. He was always professional in representing Union Institute & University and we were pleased with the outcome.” - Ed Walton, CFO Union Institute & University

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Client: Hammond Law Group Sq Feet: 17,043 SF Lease Assignment: Hammond Law Group’s immigration law business was expanding rapidly and the firm was nearing the end of its lease term. The partners wanted to explore ownership, relocation, renewal and expansion options. “Serving each of these endeavors the Murphy-Abernethy team provided us with tremendous advice and careful analysis of the options. Their role as a trusted advisor was instrumental in helping us to achieve the best lease terms possible” - Michael F. Hammond, Esq. (Managing Principal)

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Client: Cumulus Radio Sq Feet: 16,288 SF Lease Assignment: Cumulus Radio needed to expand their office and roadcasting studio space, which they occupied in downtown Cincinnati for the last 10 years. Working with an extremely tight budget but a desire to upgrade their lease and occupy a Class “A” Building in the central Cincinnati area was a difficult task. “Don Murphy and Scott Abernethy were instrumental to our organization’s recent decision to relocate our radio station’s offices and studios. The valuble team worked with us from start to finish, and provided us with many options given a tight budget. Their thoroughness in the site selection, tenant improvements and final negotiations were critical to finalizing our deal at Linden Pointe” - Karrie Sudbrack (Market Manager)

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Client: Cincinnati Magazine Sq Feet: 10,720 SF Lease Assignment: Cincinnati Magazine had out-grown their space and wanted to relocate to a “unique” space in the center of the CBD or the perimeter of downtown. “With the urging of the Murphy Abernethy team and after reviewing numerous properties, I took a chance and looked at an off the market space recommended by the team. Our very interesting and perfectly located space would not have happened without the persistence and dedication of these guys” - Patrice Watson (Publisher)

Tenant Representation

Murphy • Abernethy
221 E. Fourth Street
26th Floor
Cincinnati, OH 45202

Phone: 513-421-4884
Fax: 513-421-1215

Don Murphy
don.murphy@cassidyturley.com
Scott Abernethy
scott.abernethy@cassidyturley.com
Peter Snow
peter.snow@cassidyturley.com