Atty. Kevin M. Ehrhart

Atty. Kevin M. Ehrhart

Kevin M. Ehrhart is a Real Estate partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP.

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About Kevin M. Ehrhart at a glance

Kevin M. Ehrhart is a real estate attorney based in Los Angeles, California, practicing at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Educated at University of Southern California (J.D., 1997) and Georgetown University (B.S.F.S., 1994). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law (2026). Serands clients in Los Angeles, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

Verified attorney profile · Updated June 2026

About

  • Kevin M. Ehrhart is a Real Estate partner at Kirkland & Ellis LLP. Kevin represents real estate investors, capital providers, owners, developers and others in all aspects of real estate related transactions
  • He focuses on capital investment directed to real estate and real estate operating companies, financings within all segments of the capital stack, joint ventures, property and operating company acquisitions
  • His practice has an emphasis on the acquisition and disposition of commercial office, hospitality, multi-family and other assets located throughout the U.S., as well as all types of related debt and equity financings
  • Kevin’s clients include private equity funds and investment advisors, publicly traded REITs, privately-held real estate companies and international investors
  • He regularly advises foreign and domestic clients with respect to the formation and capitalization of joint ventures in all matters of commercial real estate
  • He also represents clients in connection with recapitalization of operating companies and assets, raising new capital and the formation of related investment funds
  • Kevin has been recognized by The Legal 500 U.S. for his REIT work, and by Chambers USA each year since 2006
  • In the 2021 edition of Chambers USA, a client commented that "Kevin is phenomenal – he has a great combination of deep knowledge and transactional expertise and combines creativity with sharp legal skills
  • In previous editions of Chambers USA, clients said “[h]e is extremely easy to work with, very detailed and commercial in his approach
  • He has superb business judgment and can assess complex situations to formulate a clear path to successful outcomes.” “He’ll add value for his clients.” Kevin was recognized by The Daily Journal as one of California’s “Top 30 Real Estate Attorneys” and was honored by the Los Angeles Bar Association’s Real Estate Section as its “Young Lawyer of the Year” in 2006
  • In 2010, Kevin was recognized as one of the country’s “Top 40 Real Estate Professionals” by Real Estate Forum

Practice Areas Explained

Kevin M. Ehrhart's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Kevin M. Ehrhart handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Real Estate Law

Real estate attorneys handle home purchases, sales, commercial transactions, title disputes, and landlord-tenant matters.

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Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Los Angeles are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Where is Kevin M. Ehrhart's law office located?
Kevin M. Ehrhart's law practice is located in Los Angeles, California. The firm is Kirkland & Ellis LLP. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Kevin M. Ehrhart handle?
Kevin M. Ehrhart focuses on real estate. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
Where did Kevin M. Ehrhart go to law school?
Kevin M. Ehrhart earned their education at (J.D., 1997); (B.S.F.S., 1994).
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What awards or recognition has Kevin M. Ehrhart received?
Kevin M. Ehrhart's notable recognition includes: Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law.

Practice Areas

Education

J.D.
University of Southern California
- 1997
B.S.F.S.
Georgetown University
- 1994

Awards

Best Lawyers in America — Real Estate Law
- 2026

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