Christie’s International Real Estate Strengthens Position in Southern U.S. with Addition of New Orleans-Based Affiliate

New Orleans, LA —Christie's International Real Estate, the world's leading luxury real estate network and a subsidiary of Christie’s auction house, awarded Affiliate status to French Quarter Realty, an esteemed brokerage based in New Orleans.

Spearheaded by owners Michael Wilkinson and Richard Jeansonne, French Quarter Realty is noted as the premier real estate firm in New Orleans and maintains a unique focus on historic and luxury properties. The company offers high-quality sales, leasing and management services to area buyers and sellers. French Quarter Realty’s associates are committed to providing comprehensive and personalized service, as well as the highest standards of trust, integrity and expertise.

French Quarter Realty will exclusively represent the Christie's brand in the New Orleans area.

Wholly owned by Christie's, the world's leading art business, Christie's International Real Estate is represented in 46 countries. French Quarter Realty joins this carefully selected organization of brokerages, all of which boast proven records of success in both high-end property sales and exemplary client service.

“French Quarter Realty is recognized as a marketplace leader and it is with great pride that I welcome the company to our network of exclusive Affiliates,” said Rick Moeser, Senior Vice President, Southeast Region Manager of Christie’s International Real Estate. “With vast expertise and a deep appreciation of the historic area, French Quarter Realty’s supreme offerings and standards are in line with those of Christie’s International Real Estate.”

“Our commitment to clients, community and industry forms the basis of our strength and reputation,” added French Quarter Realty Co-Owner Michael Wilkinson “We look forward to the opportunity to extend our reach globally through our alignment with Christie’s International Real Estate.”

French Quarter Realty specializes in luxury real estate properties throughout various high-end neighborhoods in New Orleans. The brokerage’s 28 associates aim to provide a wide array of real estate offerings, including rentals and commercial listings.

For additional information about Christie’s International Real Estate, please contact Michael Sherman at 212-974-4585, or visit www.christiesrealestate.com. For further information on French Quarter Realty and its listings, call +1 504-949-5400 or visit www.fqr.com.

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About Christie’s International Real Estate
Christie’s International Real Estate is an invitation-only affiliate network composed of the world’s most proven and qualified real estate specialists in the luxury residential sector. The company has offices in London, New York, Hong Kong, Beverly Hills, Chicago, and Palm Beach, and approximately 136 global affiliates with 25,000 real estate professionals in more than 40 countries. For additional information about Christie’s International Real Estate, please visit www.christiesrealestate.com.