Ari Levi

Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law

5.0 (1 reviews)

San Francisco, California

11+ years experience

Kirkland & Ellis LLP

Updated: Jan 04, 2026

Contact Information

415-439-1400

https://www.kirkland.com/lawyers/l/levi-ari

555 California Street, 27th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94104

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Bio

Ari Levi is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law.Ari, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ari is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Ari Levi is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law.Ari, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ari is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area. Ari Levi is a top attorney recognized by Best Lawyers in the practice area(s) of Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law and Mergers and Acquisitions Law. Ari, who practices law in San Francisco, California, has been recognized since 2026. This recognition is based on an exhaustive peer-review survey, reflecting the high esteem in which Ari is held by other top lawyers in the same geographic and legal practice area.

Local Legal Snapshot

Jurisdiction

California

State Capital

Sacramento

Highest Court

California Supreme Court

Bar Association

State Bar of California

Typical Consultation

$150-$300

Typical Hourly Range

$250-$450/hr

Fee Model Notes

Hourly or flat-fee billing is common.

Estimates vary by market, complexity, urgency, and attorney experience.

Practice Areas

Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law

Awards & Recognition

Recognized: Leveraged Buyouts and Private Equity Law
Recognized: Mergers and Acquisitions Law

Recognized in Ones to Watch since 2026

Education

Georgetown University, J.D., graduated 2014

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Reviews

Gregory Davis

3 months ago

Exceptional counsel on a complex cross-border acquisition

Our company recently engaged Ari Levi at Kirkland & Ellis to advise on the acquisition of a tech startup with significant private equity backing. From the outset, Ari’s deep expertise in both M&A and private equity law was evident. He navigated the intricate leveraged buyout structures involved with remarkable clarity, anticipating challenges during due diligence that others missed. His guidance was not just technically flawless but also strategically sharp, helping us structure terms that protected our interests while closing the deal efficiently. Ari’s recognition in Best Lawyers for Leveraged Buyouts and M&A is clearly well-deserved. Beyond his formidable legal acumen, his professionalism and responsiveness made a stressful process manageable. We achieved an optimal outcome, and I would not hesitate to recommend him for any complex corporate transaction in San Francisco or beyond.