Hawaii Realtor Accused of Sex in Clients' Homes with Assistant

A former top Hawaii real estate agent, Stephen Cipres, founder of Corcoran Pacific Properties, is at the center of a scandal involving alleged sexual encounters with his executive assistant in luxury listings. Court documents reveal that over four years, the pair reportedly engaged in sexual acts in 10 to 20 homes on the market.

According to an affidavit obtained by local media, Sarah Dombrose started working for Cipres in 2021. She claims he made the first move by kissing her during an open house, which she says was unwelcome. However, she felt pressured to comply due to a troubled marriage and the need to support her three children. Records show Cipres occasionally wrote her checks for $50,000.

Dombrose testified that she felt obligated to perform oral sex on her boss to keep her job, leading to years of unwanted encounters in clients' homes and cars during business hours. Cipres does not deny the affair but insists it was consensual, even claiming Dombrose initiated it.

Dombrose's estranged husband, Matthew Gillespie, has sued Cipres for emotional distress and ruining their marriage. In turn, Cipres has sued Dombrose for defamation and false accusations. Dombrose has reportedly filed for divorce.

Corcoran Pacific has cut ties with Cipres, but he continues to sell real estate in Hawaii through his own firm, Elite Pacific Properties. TMZ has reached out to Cipres for comment but has not received a response.

The case highlights the issue of workplace sexual misconduct in the real estate industry, where private showings and informal settings can create opportunities for abuse. Legal experts say such lawsuits can damage reputations and lead to stricter industry regulations.