Sherman Oaks, CA - September 17, 2012 - Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP announced that it advised IRIS International, Inc. (Nasdaq: IRIS), a leading manufacturer of automated in-vitro diagnostics systems and consumables, and a provider of high value personalized medicine solutions, in its agreement to be acquired by Danaher Corporation (NYSE: DHR) for $19.50 per share in cash, representing an approximate 45% premium over the closing price of IRIS's common stock on September 14, 2012.
César M. García, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of IRIS International stated, "The Board of Directors voted unanimously to accept Danaher's proposal as it provides for an immediate compelling cash premium realization for our shareholders. Further, IRIS will benefit from being a part of a larger organization with significant resources to enable the acceleration of its diversified product pipeline strategy."
The Stubbs Alderton & Markiles, LLP team advising IRIS included John McIlvery, Partner and Chair of the Public Securities Practice, Jonathan Friedman, and Sean Greaney.
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