Real Estate Broker Tal Alexander Steps Down Amid Rape Allegations
Real estate broker Tal Alexander is stepping down from his brokerage firm amid rape allegations. Two women have filed civil lawsuits accusing Alexander and his brothers of rape.
Real EstateRape AllegationsTal AlexanderOfficial PartnersDouglas EllimanReal Estate NewsJun 25, 2024
Alexander's attorney, Deanna Paul, stated that the allegations are false and that Alexander will focus on clearing his name. The decision to step aside was mutually agreed upon by Alexander and Official Partners. Paul also announced that she will seek to move the case from New York state civil court to federal court.
The allegations have sent shockwaves through the real estate industry, where Alexander and his brothers have built a reputation for selling ultra-pricey homes. The brothers spent over a decade at Douglas Elliman before founding Official Partners in 2022, which focuses exclusively on the uppermost tier of the residential sales market.
Earlier this month, The Real Deal reported that two women had filed civil lawsuits accusing Oren and Alon Alexander of raping them in 2012. Oren initially announced that he would take a
Frequently Asked Questions
Why is Tal Alexander stepping down from his brokerage firm?
Tal Alexander is stepping down from his brokerage firm, Official Partners, amid allegations of rape.
What are the allegations against Tal Alexander and his brothers?
Two women have filed civil lawsuits accusing Tal Alexander and his brothers, Oren and Alon, of raping them in 2012.
What is Official Partners?
Official Partners is a real estate sales firm founded by Tal and Oren Alexander in 2022.
What is Douglas Elliman?
Douglas Elliman is a real estate brokerage firm that Tal and Oren Alexander worked at for over a decade before founding Official Partners.
What is the status of Oren Alexander's involvement with Official Partners?
Oren Alexander has been removed permanently from Official Partners following the allegations against him.
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