Founder | DRE 01370099

Founder of The Zoolalian Group, Michelle Zoolalian (zoo.lay.lee.in) has a proactive sales style that's created incredible results for her clients. In addition to the charm, honesty, and integrity that accompany all of her real estate transactions, Michelle also displays aggressive intelligence; this gives her clients a significant advantage. While all real estate deals are uniquely different, Michelle’s adeptness and on-the-fly thinking prove useful in tight situations and have given her the foresight to continuously, proactively work for her clients in the due diligence and comparative analysis phases of every transaction.

Buyers Agent | DRE 02077021

Mariana Cortazar brings a curated approach to one of Los Angeles’ most discerning real estate markets. With seven years of dedicated practice across Santa Monica, Brentwood, Venice, and the Hollywood Riviera, she has built a reputation for discretion, precision, and an intimate understanding of the West Los Angeles and South Bay corridors.

A proud member of The Zoolalian Group, led by Michelle Zoolalian and ranked among the top 1% of Realtors in Los Angeles, Mariana works with a selective clientele of buyers, sellers, and investors seeking more than a transaction. She specializes in luxury residences, off-market opportunities, and high-stakes negotiations, while also guiding first-time buyers through the complexity of one of the country’s most competitive markets, with the same level of care and strategy.

Originally from Mexico and fluent in both English and Spanish, Mariana brings a rare cultural fluency to her work, allowing her to serve a sophisticated and international client base with genuine ease.

Her philosophy is straightforward: every client deserves a bespoke strategy, not a template. From the initial conversation to the close of escrow, Mariana is present, prepared, and personally invested.

Transaction Coordinator | DRE 01727102

With over 18 years of experience in the industry, our highly skilled and organized transaction coordinator is truly one of the best in the industry. She has a proven track record of efficiently managing all aspects of every real estate transaction from contract to close. Exceptional communication skills, attention to detail, combined with her strong work ethic, make her an invaluable asset to our team.