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Kareim Oliphant

Associate

Mr. Oliphant concentrates his practice in corporate finance and securities.

Professional Biography


Kareim Oliphant advises clients on mergers and acquisitions, venture capital financings, and general corporate matters. In addition, Kareim's capabilities include assisting clients in environmental, social and governance (ESG) matters. Regardless of the size of the transaction, Kareim aims to deliver excellent client service while helping to drive value, reduce risk, and promote growth.

He previously worked as a program specialist for the New Jersey Department of Labor & Workforce Development where he focused on developments in workforce development policy and legislation. He also served as a judicial extern for the Honorable W. Neal McBrayer of the Tennessee Court of Appeals.

  • Represented an Atlanta online fitness startup in connection with its $1.1 million Series Seed Preferred Stock financing transaction to grow its team and expand its customer base.

  • Represented a New Orleans biotech startup in connection with its $4.5 million Series A Preferred Stock financing transaction to further develop the drug development pipeline relating to a variety of medical fields, including diabetes, oncology and regenerative medicine.

  • Represented a Nashville-based medical technology cloud platform in connection with the sale of its outstanding shares of capital stock for $33 million to an enterprise health care operations company.

  • Represented an online agricultural retail platform in connection with its $3 million Series A Preferred Stock financing transaction.

  • Represented a designer and producer of technology accessories in connection with the sale of its outstanding shares of capital stock for $25 million to a private equity company.

  • Represented a clean energy technology company in connection with its $12 million Series A Preferred Stock financing transaction.

  • Represented Martin Ventures where Martin Ventures was lead investor or co-investor in the purchase of debt and equity securities in the following transactions:

    • Interactive Health Centers, a company that enables health care providers to offer specialized psychiatric and behavioral health services via telehealth.
    • Interactive Life Network, a nationally recognized treatment center for mental health, addiction and intimacy disorders.
    • Mployer Advisor, a company that enables employers to find the best benefits and insurance for their unique needs at a competitive price.
  • Represented Mountain Group Partners where Mountain Group was lead investor in the purchase of debt and equity securities in the following transactions:

    • AngelEye Health, Inc., a company that has developed internet-based camera systems and educational and clinical communications software to transform neonatal care.
    • In the Bowl Animal Health, Inc., a company that provides pet owners with a creative alternative to current methods of drug administration.
  • Represented a software-as-a-service (SaaS) provider in the $23 million sale of all its capital stock to a private equity buyer.

  • Member – Tennessee Bar Association
  • Member – American Bar Association
  • Board of Directors – Urban Green Lab

Education

  • Johns Hopkins Carey Business School, M.B.A., expected graduation in 2025
  • Vanderbilt University Law School, J.D., 2021
    • Chief Justice, Vanderbilt Moot Court Board
    • Recipient, Lightfoot, Franklin & Wright Legal Writing Award for Best Oralist
    • Chancellor's Law Scholar
  • Rutgers University, M.S.W., 2015
  • Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University, B.S., 2013

Admissions

  • Tennessee, 2021

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