Tony Barlow is a trusted commercial real estate and business law attorney based in Cincinnati, serving clients across Ohio and Kentucky. As chair of Strauss Troy’s Real Estate and Finance Department, he advises private and public sector clients on real estate development, commercial leasing, business planning, and complex finance transactions. His real estate work spans mixed-use, retail, office, and residential projects; multi-family housing; 1031 like-kind exchanges; title matters; an...

Martin Butler serves in Covington, Kentucky, at Strauss Troy focusing on business law with extensive experience in commercial transactions and operations, corporations, partnerships, and limited liability companies (LLCs). His practice encompasses commercial real estate law, where he has counseled on significant development projects across the Midwest. Martin's work includes guidance on site selection and acquisition, zoning, construction, leasing, sales, and both public and private financing...

Dan Demmerle is a seasoned Cincinnati business attorney with decades of experience advising corporations, family-owned businesses, and privately held entities across Ohio and Northern Kentucky. His practice spans general business law, real estate transactions, commercial financing, and development matters. Dan is particularly well known for his long-standing work in the hospitality industry, with over 40 years representing hotel owners and operators in management and franchise agreements, acq...

Matthew W. Fellerhoff is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Eminent Domain and Condemnation Law and Land Use and Zoning Law. Matthew W., who practices law in Cincinnati, Ohio, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Matthew W. is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Ann Gerwin is an experienced Cincinnati corporate attorney who represents closely held businesses and their owners across Ohio and Northern Kentucky. Her practice focuses on business and corporate law, including mergers and acquisitions, joint ventures, venture capital, financing, shareholder disputes, and succession planning. Ann regularly advises clients on complex transactions such as stock and asset purchases, overseeing all phases of due diligence, negotiation, and documentation. In addi...

Jamie Houston is a Cincinnati-based construction and commercial litigation attorney who represents clients across Ohio and Northern Kentucky. His practice focuses on complex commercial disputes, construction law, surety issues, OSHA compliance and claim defense, as well as labor and employment matters. Jamie has served as first-chair trial counsel for contractors, design professionals, business owners, sureties, and employers in both arbitration and traditional court settings, including emerg...

Jan Houston is a trusted Cincinnati estate planning and tax attorney who advises high-net-worth individuals and families across Ohio and Northern Kentucky. Her practice focuses on estate planning, multi-generational wealth transfer, charitable giving strategies, and business succession planning. Jan also represents clients in income and estate tax audits, helping them navigate complex tax issues with clarity and confidence. With a deep understanding of both tax law and family dynamics, she de...

Steve, a dedicated tax lawyer based in Cincinnati, Ohio, focuses his legal practice on estate planning, estate and trust administration, and general taxation. As a member of the American College of Trusts and Estates Counsel, he brings valuable insights to his role at Strauss Troy. Steve's commitment to the field is further demonstrated by his past position as Adjunct Faculty at Chase College of Law, Northern Kentucky University, where he taught courses on Federal Estate and Gift Taxation and...