Case Study: Nelson Mullins Temporary Space
Learn how Donahue Real Estate Advisors provided Nelson Mullins with a Class A office in Downtown Pittsburgh, reflecting their commitment to quality and positioning the firm for growth in a new market.
Project Objectives
- Establish a prestigious Pittsburgh office to support client and attorney growth.
- Secure a Class A office space that meets high standards of quality and professionalism.
Project Challenges
- Establishing Presence: Needed to create a new office presence in Pittsburgh under the guidance of an office managing partner.
- Class A Office Space: Required a high-quality space to align with the law firm’s standards.
- Confidentiality: Ensured client anonymity through NDAs until the office launch.
Client Profile
- Size: 10,000 SF
- Location: Downtown Pittsburgh
- Industry: Law Firm
- Project Type: New Location
- Company Bio: Nelson Mullins is a 120-year-old law firm known for client-focused growth, offering trusted, multidisciplinary legal services across diverse business needs.
The Curveball
- High Speed/Tight Schedule: From initial engagement, a market review, to identity, a short list of buildings had to be identified so tours could be conducted within 48 hours. The assignment required lease execution and occupancy within 30 days.
Project Timeline
Strategic Solutions by Donahue Real Estate Advisors
- Quick Coordination: Arranged property tours within the required 48-hour window.
- Market Analysis: Identified available Class A spaces that met the firm’s specific needs.
- Lease Negotiations: Negotiated a license agreement at 6 PPG, allowing immediate occupancy.
Results: Success Through Agility and Confidentiality
- Prime Location: Secured a prestigious downtown space to establish a strong presence and facilitate future growth.
- Confidentiality Maintained: Protected client identity throughout the process, enhancing trust.
- Client Satisfaction: Promptly met all requirements, enabling the firm to recruit and retain top legal talent in the region.
Conclusion: Supporting Nelson Mullins entry into Pittsburgh with prestigious temporary office space
Donahue provided Nelson Mullins and its national representative, Cherry Associates, with services to lease temporary office space in a Class A office in Downtown Pittsburgh until they were ready to commit to finding their long-term space in Pittsburgh.