Kirkland Advises VSP Vision on Acquisition of Eyemart Express

Kirkland & Ellis advised vision benefits company VSP Vision on a definitive agreement to acquire Eyemart Express from private equity firms FFL Partners and Leonard Green & Partners. The acquisition was announced October 9, 2024. With nearly 250 stores in 42 states, the acquisition of Texas-based Eyemart Express will mark another significant network investment by VSP Vision to serve its more than 85 million members. The acquisition will be completed following the necessary regulatory approvals.