We represented Bright Horizons Family Solutions, Inc. in a merger with an affiliate of Bain Capital Partners, LLC, a leading global private equity firm, as a result of which Bright Horizons Family Solutions became a privately held company. Pursuant to the merger agreement, Bright Horizons stockholders received $48.25 in cash, representing a 47% premium over the closing share price prior to the deal’s announcement. The transaction was valued at approximately $1.3 billion and was one of the largest transactions announced in 2008.
Bright Horizons is a leading provider of employer-sponsored childcare, early education and work/life solutions.