Philip Lewis advises corporations, partnerships and other entities in connection with mergers and acquisitions and capital markets transactions, as well as general corporate matters. A certified public accountant with an LL.M. in tax, Philip understands the complicated tax issues associated with transactions and provides creative solutions for clients. Philip has significant experience with real estate investment trusts (REITs) and regularly counsels REITs with respect to corporate and tax issues.
Philip M. Lewis
Member
Memphis
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Philip M. Lewis
Member
Memphis
plewis@bassberry.com
https://www.bassberry.com/professionals/lewis-philip-m/
Memberships
National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT)
American Health Law Association (AHLA)
Philip Lewis advises corporations, partnerships and other entities in connection with mergers and acquisitions and capital markets transactions, as well as general corporate matters. A certified public accountant with an LL.M. in tax, Philip understands the complicated tax issues associated with transactions and provides creative solutions for clients. Philip has significant experience with real estate investment trusts (REITs) and regularly counsels REITs with respect to corporate and tax issues.
Memberships
National Association of Real Estate Investment Trusts (NAREIT)
American Health Law Association (AHLA)
Representative Experience
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Representation of Wright Paving Contractors, Inc. and Custom Stone, LLC “Wright Companies,” a asphalt and aggregates production, milling and paving company, in its sale to Kelso-backed Armada Materials, LLC, a rapidly growing producer of aggregates, asphalt, and other infrastructure materials and services. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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Representation of Ballast Point Ventures, a late venture and early growth equity investor in its closing of a GP-led continuation fund with Revelation Healthcare Fund IV, L.P., a venture capital firm, as the lead investor. Terms of the transaction are not disclosed.
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Investment in a veterinary and multi-service pet care company operating in 28 locations across 10 states.
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Representation of Oldham Hospitality, a family-owned hospitality business, in its acquisition of Blackberry Farm Brewery, a brewery business and taproom owned by Blackberry Farm. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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Representation of Arcline Investment Management’s portfolio company Fairbanks Morse Defense, which builds, maintains, and services naval power and propulsion systems, in its acquisition of American Fan from Chart Industries, Inc. (NYSE: GTLS) for $111 million.
American Fan designs, manufactures, and services high-performance axial and centrifugal fans for enduring U.S. Navy, Military Sealift Command, and U.S. Coast Guard platforms and specialty industrial applications.
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Representation of LFM Capital in its acquisition of SisTech Manufacturing, a light manufacturing company. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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Partnership to form an influencer focused management company.
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Representation of LVHM Holding Company, a portfolio company of LFM Capital, in its acquisition of Serra Laser Precision, a leading manufacturer of laser cutting, production machining and turning, and custom metal fabrication products. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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Acquisition of home health care provider
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Representation of Williams Sausage Company, a producer of fresh and fully cooked sausage, bacon, and sandwiches for retail and food service customers, in its sale to Tyson Foods, Inc. (NYSE: TSN), one of the world’s largest food companies and a recognized leader in protein. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
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Media Mentions & Firm News
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November 29, 2023 | The M&A Advisor, PitchBook
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November 30, 2022 | The M&A Advisor
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November 9, 2018 | Mid-South Super Lawyers
Media Mentions & Firm News
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November 29, 2023 | The M&A Advisor, PitchBook
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November 30, 2022 | The M&A Advisor
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November 9, 2018 | Mid-South Super Lawyers
Accolades
Mid-South Super Lawyers “Rising Star” (2013-2018)
Certified Public Accountant
Vanderbilt Scholastic Excellence Awards in Corporate Taxation and Estate Taxation and Planning
Accolades
Mid-South Super Lawyers “Rising Star” (2013-2018)
Certified Public Accountant
Vanderbilt Scholastic Excellence Awards in Corporate Taxation and Estate Taxation and Planning
Related Services
Related Industries
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New York University School of Law - LL.M., 2008
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Vanderbilt Law School - J.D., 2007
Order of the Coif
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Rhodes College - M.Acc., 2004
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Southern Methodist University - B.B.A., 2002
Education
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New York University School of Law - LL.M., 2008
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Vanderbilt Law School - J.D., 2007
Order of the Coif
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Rhodes College - M.Acc., 2004
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Southern Methodist University - B.B.A., 2002
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Tennessee
Admissions
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Tennessee