US Lawsuit Alleges Real Estate CEO Offered Millions to Employee to Leave Husband
A high-profile lawsuit filed in the United States has sent shockwaves through the corporate world, alleging that a married real estate mogul spent months orchestrating what were described as "meetings" with a female subordinate at exclusive party destinations across western states. According to the legal complaint, these encounters were part of a calculated effort to convince the woman to abandon her marriage in exchange for substantial financial incentives.
The Core Allegations Against Real Brokerage CEO
The case centers on Tamir Poleg, chief executive of Utah-based Real Brokerage, with allegations brought forward not by the woman involved, but by her now-estranged husband, Michael Steckling. The husband contends that Poleg's alleged conduct directly contributed to the irreparable breakdown of their marriage, causing profound personal and emotional distress that continues to impact their lives.
As reported by The New York Post, the lawsuit reveals that Poleg allegedly organized at least three in-person meetings with Paige Steckling, a subordinate employee at his company. The locations chosen for these meetings were notably far from discreet corporate settings:
- Las Vegas in October 2024
- Park City, Utah in December 2024
- Anaheim, California in January 2025
These destinations are internationally recognized more for their vibrant nightlife and luxury amenities than for quiet business discussions. The legal filing asserts these trips were deliberately planned as part of a prolonged campaign to persuade Paige Steckling to leave her marriage and pursue a romantic relationship with her employer.
The $3 Million Offer and Property Promise
Approximately one month following the final meeting in Anaheim, Poleg allegedly sent Paige detailed instructions on how to access two separate payments of $1.5 million each, reportedly in company stock. The lawsuit further mentions a promised residential property—a $1.5 million home in Park City, Utah—along with explicit assurances that all her financial and personal "needs" would be comprehensively addressed.
These extraordinary allegations immediately raise critical questions about power dynamics, appropriate workplace boundaries, and whether genuine consent can exist when substantial financial resources and corporate hierarchy become involved in personal relationships.
Husband's Claims of a Previously Stable Marriage
In the legal documents, Michael Steckling maintains that the couple enjoyed a happy, stable, and comfortable marriage before Poleg allegedly entered the picture. He states that divorce was never contemplated until these circumstances emerged. To substantiate this claim, he provides deliberately ordinary details of their shared life:
- Regular family vacations to Disney World
- Cozy evenings watching films together on the sofa
- Consistent date nights maintaining their connection
- Attendance at sporting events and ski trips
- Social gatherings with mutual friends
The lawsuit additionally alleges that Poleg booked a hotel room in Miami during January 2025, specifically intended for himself and Paige. It remains unclear whether she ever accepted this offer or actually stayed at the location, creating significant ambiguity that permeates much of the legal case.
Unanswered Questions and Conflicting Narratives
Several crucial questions remain unanswered as the legal proceedings develop:
- What truly occurred during these high-profile meetings?
- Were the interactions professional, personal, or somewhere ambiguously in between?
- How did Paige Steckling genuinely feel—pressured, supported, or experiencing conflicting emotions?
Defendants Challenge the Allegations
Paige Steckling has publicly disputed the narrative presented in her husband's lawsuit. In an official statement, she clarified that her marriage ended for personal reasons entirely unrelated to the allegations, adding that the claims in the suit "do not reflect the reality" of what actually transpired. She expressed confidence that the legal process would ultimately address any factual inaccuracies.
Notably, her divorce filing occurred on 6 February 2025, merely days after the alleged email containing payment instructions was sent. Whether this timing represents coincidence or connection will likely become a central point of legal debate.
Tamir Poleg has categorically denied all accusations. While acknowledging he sent the email referenced in the lawsuit, he maintains it constituted nothing more than an offer of financial support—devoid of romantic intentions and completely separate from any interference in a marriage. The lawsuit, filed by Michael Steckling, seeks $5 million in damages, though its ultimate success will depend on evidence yet to be thoroughly examined in court proceedings.
