Douglas Elliman Appoints Deva Roberts SVP and Associate General Counsel

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Douglas Elliman Realty has appointed Deva Roberts as its new Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel. Roberts, a seasoned attorney, will manage all legal aspects related to the firm's real estate transactions and development work. With over a decade of litigation experience from Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP, she specializes in compliance, investigations, and contractual disputes across various industries. This role marks a significant step for Douglas Elliman as it transitions into a publicly traded company, and Roberts aims to enhance the firm's legal counsel.

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• Deva Roberts brings over a decade of legal expertise, enhancing the firm's capabilities.
• Roberts' experience in real estate and various industries is expected to strengthen Douglas Elliman's legal strategies.
• Her appointment supports Douglas Elliman's transition as a publicly traded company.

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• Concerns may arise regarding continuity as new leadership is integrated into the firm's culture.

NEW YORK, Jan. 18, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Douglas Elliman Realty, one of the largest independent residential real estate brokerages in the United States, is pleased to announce that Deva Roberts, a seasoned attorney, has been named the firm's new Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel. In this role, she will be engaged in all legal aspects of the firm's real estate sales and development work. Ms. Roberts will work from Douglas Elliman's corporate headquarters at 575 Madison Avenue.

"We are thrilled to welcome Deva to Douglas Elliman," said Scott Durkin, CEO of Douglas Elliman Realty, LLC. "She has the right experience to help our firm, our agents, our clients and customers navigate the complexities of the law including those associated with real estate transactions and the intricacies of independent contractor agreements. We look forward to a bright future together."

Prior to joining Elliman, Roberts was a litigator at Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP for over a decade.  She has represented corporations, partnerships, financial institutions, real estate companies and individuals in compliance and investigations, as well as disputes involving contracts, intellectual property and fraud in federal and state courts.  She has represented clients across a wide range of industries, including technology, media, real estate, manufacturing and finance. Roberts is experienced at developing litigation strategy, including defense, prosecution and avoidance.  

"As a corporate attorney with experience advising private real estate and tech companies, Deva brings a great depth of knowledge to Elliman's legal team," said Kenneth Haber, Executive Vice President & General Counsel at Douglas Elliman. "I am looking forward to having her on board at Elliman as we continue to provide our important constituents sound legal counsel."

"I am looking forward to joining Douglas Elliman as it embarks on its next chapter as a stand-alone, publicly traded company, lending my talents and legal acumen to such a dynamic and innovative brokerage," said Ms. Roberts.  

Roberts holds a BA from Johns Hopkins University and a JD from New York Law School where she served as an editor of the New York Law School Law Review and is a contributing legal commentator on cable news networks including CNN and Fox Business.

About Douglas Elliman Inc.
Douglas Elliman Inc. (NYSE: DOUG) is one of the largest residential brokerage companies in the New York metropolitan area, which includes New York City, Long Island, Westchester, Connecticut, New Jersey and the Hamptons, and the sixth largest in the U.S., with substantial businesses in California, Colorado, Texas, Florida and Massachusetts. In addition, Douglas Elliman sources, uses and invests in early-stage, disruptive property technology ("PropTech") solutions and companies and provides other real estate services, including development marketing, property management and settlement and escrow services in select markets. Additional information concerning Douglas Elliman is available on its website, www.elliman.com.

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FAQ

Who is Deva Roberts and what role has she been appointed to at Douglas Elliman?

Deva Roberts has been appointed as Senior Vice President and Associate General Counsel, overseeing all legal aspects of Douglas Elliman's real estate operations.

What experience does Deva Roberts bring to Douglas Elliman?

Deva Roberts has over a decade of litigation experience, having previously worked at Kasowitz Benson Torres LLP, specializing in compliance, investigations, and various legal disputes.

What is the significance of Roberts' appointment for Douglas Elliman as a publicly traded company?

Her appointment is crucial as Douglas Elliman transitions into a publicly traded company, aiming to enhance legal oversight and navigate complex real estate laws.