Simpson Thacher Represents KKR in its Announced Acquisition of National Vision
02.07.14
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The Firm is representing Kohlberg Kravis Roberts & Co. L.P. in connection with its acquisition of National Vision, Inc. (“National Vision”) from Berkshire Partners. The transaction is subject to regulatory approvals and customary closing conditions and is expected to close by the end of the first quarter. Terms of the transaction were not disclosed.
National Vision is the leading independent value retailer of eyeglasses and contact lenses in the U.S.
The Simpson Thacher team includes Marni Lerner, Ben Schaye, and Julie Lee (M&A); James Cross (Credit); Douglas Tang and Eric Wolf (Executive Compensation and Employee Benefits); Michael Naughton, Kenneth Ehrhard and Ellen Frye (Antitrust); Sophie Staples (Tax); Lori Lesser, Genevieve Dorment and Jennifer Gaudette (Intellectual Property); Michael Isby (Environmental) and Krista McManus (Real Estate).