Robert C. Ondak Jr.

Represented a publicly-held REIT in the redevelopment of an approximately 1,000,000 square foot outlet mall after the mall was flooded.

Represented a publicly-held REIT in various retail leasing matters, including anchor tenant leases, in-line tenant leases, ground leases, relocation and expansion agreements and lease assignments.

Represented private post-secondary educational institution in long term lease agreements located in class A office buildings nationwide.

Represented national developer in multi-phase big box retail development containing over 1,000,000 square feet.

Represented a publicly-held REIT in the acquisition and development of a multi-phased retail development in North Carolina. The initial phase of this ground-up development included a 150,000 square foot power center. Served as lead-counsel on the project. Managed and directed a team of attorneys to complete the acquisition and leasing of the initial phase of this project within 3 months from inception to closing (including the commencement of construction).

Represented a regional financial institution in providing multi-million dollar construction loan to a developer for the construction of a mixed-use development.

Represented an advertising company in digital sign and wallscape lease agreements nationwide.

Represented a national financial institution in providing $11 million loan to a developer for construction of a multi-tenant regional shopping center.

Represented seller in sale of parcel within a retail shopping center to a national retailer, which included negotiation of a reciprocal easement agreement and development agreement.

Represented a national financial institution in a $3,500,000 multi-subdivision loan workout with a home builder.

In 2020, Benesch exclusively represented Site Centers Corp. on all lease amendments throughout Site’s portfolio required as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic.

Represented a multi-faceted redevelopment of an existing shopping center located in the Chicago, IL area that encompasses nearly 700,000 square feet. The project includes a land sale to a prominent national retailer that owns an adjacent parcel to allow for a store expansion by that retailer, as well as significant related site work.  Benesch is coordinating all aspects of the redevelopment and transaction for the client.