Eric Kerkvliet has nearly two decades of experience representing investors, private equity syndicators, family offices, and business owners in corporate transactions and investment matters. Prior to joining Ballard Spahr, Eric provided outside general counsel services to closely held businesses, focusing on governance, compliance, and strategic growth.
Eric is the co-founder and owner of Alpine Companies, a group of affiliated property management and real estate investment entities, where he also served as general counsel. In this role, Eric oversaw compliance, licensing, and risk management; directed syndications of multiple private equity real estate funds; and led cross-entity strategic management, business development, and legal oversight.
Professional Highlights
Professional Activities
American College of Mortgage Attorneys, Fellow and South Dakota State Chair
South Dakota Bar Association
Iowa State Bar Association
National Association of Realtors
Realtor Association of Sioux Empire
Board Memberships & Community Service
Kingdom Capital Fund, Board Member, Treasurer, and Member of Investments Committee
Helpline Center, Board Member and Vice Chair
South Eastern Development Foundation, Board Member
Sioux Falls Christian School, Board Member
Alpine Cares, Co-Founder and Board Member
Credentials
Education
University of South Dakota School of Law (J.D. 2006)
Thomas Sterling Honor Society
John F. Hagemann Public Service Award
Lexis Law Publishing Award
Augustana College (B.A. 2003)
Admissions
South Dakota
Iowa
U.S. District Court for the District of South Dakota
U.S. District Court for the District of Iowa