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MMM Counsels PRG in Acquisition: UK-Based Firm Acquires Pivotal Research Centers

03.16.2009

Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP was counsel to UK-based Premier Research Group PLC (PRG) and Premier Research Arizona, a subsidiary of PRG, in the acquisition of Pivotal Research Centers from Massachusetts-based Pioneer Behavioral Health, a leading provider of inpatient and outpatient behavioral health services. The transaction was valued at $5 million, comprised of $3 million in cash and $2 million contingent upon PRG achieving certain revenue targets over the course of the next 12 months.

The Morris, Manning & Martin, LLP team was led by corporate partner Carl Erhardt with assistance from associate Melissa Joyal.

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