Kevin E. Slaughter
Partner in and Leader of the Corporate Practice Group, Attorney at Levenfeld Pearlstein
Alliance of Merger & Acquisition AdvisorsAmerican Bar AssociationChicago Committee, Board MemberChicago United, Leaders CouncilEconomic ClubExecutives Club of Chicago, New Leaders CircleIllinois State Bar AssociationMuslim Bar Association of Chicago, Advisory Board MemberAirport Minority Advisory CouncilBoy Scouts of America, Pathway To Adventure Council, Vice President, LegalWorks with buyers & sellers
About
Kevin E. Slaughter represents buyers, sellers, and investors in food and beverage mergers and acquisitions. He advises on co-packing, manufacturing, and distribution agreements. His acquisition work covers both manufacturing and service businesses within the industry. He leads the Corporate Practice Group at Levenfeld Pearlstein. He earned his J.D. from Northwestern University School of Law. Crain’s named him among its Notable M&A Dealmakers in 2025. He also advises cannabis industry clients on ESOP transactions.
Who is a good fit for Kevin E. Slaughter
- Buyers, sellers, and investors pursuing food and beverage transactions involving manufacturing or service businesses.
- Cannabis business owners seeking counsel on ESOP transactions.
Education and admissions
- Education
- Northwestern University School of Law, J.D.
- Hampton University, B.A.
- Bar admissions
- Illinois
Recognition
- "Notable Minority Lawyers" list, Crain's Chicago Business, 2018
- “Men of Excellence" award, Chicago Defender, 2013
- "Business Leaders Champion" award, Chicago United, 2010
- Crain's Notable M&A Dealmakers, 2025
Specialties
Buy-side M&A representationSell-side M&A representation
Deal profile
- Typical deal size
- Any deal size
- Remote work
- In-person / regional