The Deal | LHC-Almost Family Almost A Merger of Equals

Mark Ray, Kyle Healy, Russell Hilton, Dawnmarie Matlock, John Shannon, and Elaine Tapp are noted for representing the LHC Group in its merger with Almost Family Inc. to create the country’s second-largest publicly traded home health company.

Alston & Bird client LHC Group (Nasdaq: LHCG), a leading national provider of in-home health care services, has announced the sale of its outstanding common stock to Optum Health, a diversified health services company, for approximately $5.4 billion.

Alston & Bird has been recognized for its role representing FirstCash, Inc., in its merger with Cash America International, Inc., which was named “USA Deal of the Year” by Global M&A Network at the 9th annual M&A Atlas Awards, Global Major Markets.