Chaya van Essen

As a founding agent at Teles Properties, Chaya Van Essen's foremost commitment to her clients in real estate and her colleagues in the industry is uncompromised integrity and confidentiality.  Her negotiation skills were honed while working at Latham & Watkins in both real estate matters and international litigation. Her familiarity with the intricacies of contracts, as well as her expertise in serving the needs of high profile clients, including Ambassadors and international investors yields her a uniquely qualified background and a thorough understanding of the complexities of real estate transactions.

As an attorney recently expressed: "Chaya is simply the best.  An absolute professional at all times, she represented her client at the highest level of effectiveness, intelligence, creativity and efficiency. Chaya was a consummate team player who guided a difficult transaction in hard times through to a successful conclusion leaving all parties pleased with the outcome.  Even after the closing she was an invaluable resource and facilitator in the transition, and she is one of the most personable professionals I have ever had the pleasure of working with."
Chaya's ever-principled approach to client representation combines extensive knowledge, determined negotiation, and an artful deal comprised of honor and ethics at all times.

Chaya Van Essen also serves the Los Angeles community as:

- Past Board Member of the Assistance League of Southern California (an organization supporting impoverished families and children in need in the greater LA area;

- Organizing Committee Member of the Los Angeles Concours d'Elegance (www.laconcours.com); and 

- The Los Angeles World Affairs' Council 

"Real estate is not just about buying or selling a house, it's about creating the best possible home environment to support your individual lifestyle."