Tammy Fahmi

Senior Vice President Global Servicing and Strategy @ Sotheby's International Realty

About

As Senior Vice President of Global Servicing and Strategy, and previously as General Counsel at Sotheby’s International Realty, achieved remarkable growth, including $182 billion global sales volume in 2025 and expansion from four countries in 2006 to 86 countries and territories, as well as 46 U.S. states. Her strategic oversight and commitment to excellence have empowered over 26,000 sales associates, driving the brand's success and global presence. As General Counsel, demonstrated history of working with senior leaders in the real estate industry as well as a partner in private law firm practice to achieve clients' business goals. Skilled in Complex Transactions, Cross-Border transactions, Negotiation, Risk Management, Strategic Planning, Legal Analysis, Legal Writing, Litigation and Corporate Law.

Country

United States

City

Hackettstown

Industry

Real Estate

Skill

Contract Negotiation, Legal Research, Legal Writing, Negotiation, Civil Litigation, Real Estate, Strategic Planning, Corporate Law, Mergers & Acquisitions (M&A), Leadership, Franchise Agreements, Franchising, Strategic Negotiations, Commercial Litigation, Litigation, Mergers & Acquisitions, Real Estate Development, Real Estate Transactions

Experience

Senior Vice President Global Servicing and Strategy

Sotheby's International Realty

2020-3 - Present · 6 yrs 7 mos

New Jersey, United States

In my role at Sotheby’s International Realty, I lead the global servicing and operations teams, enhancing support for a vast network of affiliates. By focusing on strategic growth initiatives, we empower over 26,000 real estate advisors to expand their businesses effectively. By ensuring operational excellence across 86 countries and fostering a collaborative environment that drives success, Sotheby's International Realty is known throughout the world as the best in delivering white glove, personalized real estate services.

General Counsel

Sotheby's International Realty

2007-1 - 2020-3 · 13 yrs 3 mos

Madison, New Jersey

In my role as General Counsel at Sotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC, I provided comprehensive legal counsel to senior business leaders, addressing all facets of the franchise business. My responsibilities included drafting and advising on domestic and international agreements across the globe, marketing materials, and vendor agreements ensuring compliance and strategic alignment with business objectives. I developed innovative solutions to complex legal challenges in 86 countries around the globe, enhancing operational effectiveness and supporting the company's growth. Provided training to business teams on RESPA, FCPA, CCPA, GDPR and OFAC compliance. Managed lawyers, paralegals and outside counsel to ensure the highest level of representation while advancing business goals and financial objectives. Created streamlined processes for contract management, including automation and use of business templates

Vice President

Realogy

2006 - Present · 20 yrs

Partner

Porzio, Bromberg & Newman, P.C.

2000 - 2006 · 6 yrs

Lead and managed multi-party complex litigation for Fortune 500 companies and financial institutions as well as privately held corporations in State and Federal courts including breach of real estate contracts, construction defects, title insurance claims, broker liability, agent liability and other real estate transactional issues. Handled complex multi-district mass tort claim litigation.

Associate

Ravin, Sarasohn, Cook, Baumgarten, Fisch & Rosen

1998 - 2000 · 2 yrs

Handled all aspects of civil litigation and arbitration in multiple practice areas including real estate, construction, contract, employment and trademark infringement matters in State and Federal court.