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Thompson Hine LLP, a full-service business law firm with approximately 400 lawyers in 8 offices, was ranked number 1 in the category “Most innovative North American law firms: New working models” by The Financial Times and was 1 of 7 firms shortlisted for The American Lawyer’s inaugural Legal Services Innovation Award. The firm has been recognized by the National Law Journal as a Legal Technology Trailblazer and featured by Bloomberg for its innovative service delivery models, which drive accuracy and predictability. The firm’s commitment to innovation is embodied in Thompson Hine SmartPaTHTM – a smarter way to work – predictable, efficient and aligned with client goals. For more information, please visit ThompsonHine.com and ThompsonHine.com/SmartPaTH.

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The 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (the “Act”) introduced a federal income tax program that has received much attention and could be an excellent tool for the development of properties within areas of our community designated as Opportunity Zones (OZs).

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Treasury Secretary Mnuchin has repeatedly stated that OZs will attract $100 billion in capital gain investments. These types of statements, along with the announced formation of dozens of Qualified Opportunity Funds (QOFs) to attract capital gain dollars for investment highlight the potential opportunity this program represents for distressed communities.&nbsp;<a href="https://admin.thompsonhine.com/wp-content/uploads/1135/doc/Opportunity_Zones_03132019.pdf" target="_self" rel="noopener">Read more.</a>

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Francesco A. Ferrante Thompson Hine LLP Phone: 937.443.6740 Mobile: 937.470.0598 <a href="mailto:Francesco.Ferrante@ThompsonHine.com" target="_self" rel="noopener">Francesco.Ferrante@ThompsonHine.com</a>

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Opportunity Zones: What Are They and Why Should We Care?