Chuck Baker's Pre-Paid Legal Weblog

MidOcean Partners Completes Acquisition of Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc.

chuckbaker — Thu, 30 Jun 2011 23:12:41 +0000

MidOcean Partners Completes Acquisition of Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc.

Private Equity Firm Invests in Unique Legal Services Provider
NEW YORK, June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire/ — MidOcean Partners (“MidOcean”), a leading private equity firm, announced today that it has completed its previously announced acquisition of Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. (“Pre-Paid Legal”, NYSE: PPD) for $66.50 per share in a cash transaction valued at approximately $650 million.
The transaction was approved by Pre-Paid Legal’s stockholders at a special meeting of stockholders held on June 21, 2011. Pre-Paid Legal common stock will be delisted from the New York Stock Exchange.
Pre-Paid Legal, headquartered in Ada, Oklahoma, provides families and small businesses with affordable access to professional legal services and identity theft protection and restoration services through a network marketing distribution network. The Company has more than 1.4 million members (customers) and serves members in all 50 states, Washington D.C. and four provinces in Canada, through its partnerships with 40 law firms across North America and with Kroll Background America, Inc.
MidOcean has appointed its Management Affiliate Rip Mason as CEO of the Company. Rip was formerly Vice Chairman & Executive Vice President of JAFRA Cosmetics, a highly successful network marketing business. Rip has leveraged his relationships to bring in some of his former colleagues, including Alan Fearnley (President and Chief Commercial Officer) and Joaquim Simoes (Chief Information Officer), to supplement the existing management team and execute on MidOcean’s value creation initiatives.
“We are extremely excited about the acquisition of Pre-Paid Legal,” said Frank Schiff, a MidOcean Managing Director. “We believe the Company’s beneficial and unique service offering has been underappreciated in the marketplace and look forward to combining our strong operating resources with Pre-Paid Legal’s already strong management team and field personnel to drive the long-term growth of the Company.”
“I am excited to assume the role of CEO of Pre-Paid Legal at this important time in the development of the Company,” commented Rip Mason, Pre-Paid Legal’s new CEO. “Pre-Paid Legal provides affordable access to critical legal services through an impressive network of provider law firms. In taking over the role of CEO, I am particularly delighted to be working with a talented team of management professionals and with the most outstanding team of field leadership in the network marketing and employee benefits industries.”
“With the acquisition of Pre-Paid Legal Services by MidOcean Partners, we mark a new milestone in the 40-year history of our company,” said Harland C. Stonecipher, founder of Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc. “From the beginning, our mission has been to provide affordable access to a full suite of legal services to families and small businesses and also offer a unique business opportunity. I’m confident that under the leadership of MidOcean Partners, Pre-Paid Legal has an even brighter, more prosperous future ahead,” Stonecipher said.
About Pre-Paid Legal
Pre-Paid Legal provides families, employees and small businesses with affordable access to professional legal services and identity theft protection and restoration services. The Company provides legal service benefits through a network of independent law firms across the U.S. and Canada. Additional information about Pre-Paid Legal found at www.prepaidlegal.com.
About MidOcean Partners
MidOcean Partners is a premier private equity firm headquartered in New York focused on the middle market. MidOcean is committed to investing in high quality companies with stable market positions and multiple opportunities for growth. Targeted sectors include consumer, media and communications, business and financial services and industrial services. MidOcean utilizes a broad foundation of expertise in its focus industries to create value for its investors and partners. For more information, visit www.midoceanpartners.com.
Contact for MidOcean: Chris Tofalli
(914) 834-4334
SOURCE MidOcean Partners

Debt collection issues

chuckbaker — Wed, 12 Jan 2011 01:54:04 +0000

in todays economy debt collection is becoming a big legal issue. If you are being hassled by debt collectors then check out this article.

And then take a look at this website

or give me a call, Chuck Baker toll free 877-507-9464

Now Affordable

chuckbaker — Tue, 11 Jan 2011 08:42:20 +0000

Remember about 20 years ago when only the rich could afford a cell phone but today 20 years later everyone has one including school kids.

Today there is a service out there that everyone needs but until recently only the wealthy could afford it.

Check out http://readytohelpyou.us

Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc.: A Business for Today

chuckbaker — Tue, 28 Dec 2010 11:40:59 +0000

Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc.: A Business for Today

The show is titled “Pre-Paid Legal Services, Inc.: A Business for Today.”

This recruiting-oriented show will air on Fox Business Network on January 1st at 12 noon EST and again at 4 p.m. EST.

Simply adjust to your time zone (11 a.m. & 3 p.m. CST; 10 a.m. & 2 p.m. MST;

9 a.m. & 1 p.m. PST; and 7 a.m. & 11 a.m. Hawaii).

Pre-Paid Legal Service Inc.

chuckbaker — Mon, 28 Jun 2010 18:39:04 +0000

A Pre-Paid Legal Life Events Legal Plan SM gives you access to quality law firms for $26 a month or less. Have you ever… Been overcharged for a repair? Received a speeding ticket? Been audited? Purchased a home? Tried to return a defective product? Lost a security deposit? Signed a contract? Prepared a will? Even though most people find themselves in these situations, the majority do not seek the advice or help of a qualified lawyer. Why? It may cost too much. They may not know where to begin. The process is intimidating. You only get as much justice as you can afford. If you don’t know your rights, you simply don’t have any! The top 10% of income earners can afford to have a lawyer on retainer and are accustomed to asking their lawyer for advice before making decisions. What about you? With Pre-Paid Legal: You know who to call. You’re treated like the firm’s most important client. A one year membership costs $312 or less. You are empowered by knowing your legal rights. Without Pre-Paid Legal: You may try to handle it yourself. You’ll likely receive as much justice as you can afford. You may pay hundreds of dollars for ONE HOUR of a lawyer’s time. If you don’t know your rights, you don’t have any! Pre-Paid Legal “levels the playing field” in the justice system. With a Pre-Paid legal plan you can say, “I’m going to talk to my lawyer about this.” — and mean it! Watch a short video about the Pre-Paid Legal membership. https://www.prepaidlegal.com/download/hires_ppl_opportunity.exe Want more information? Contact an Independent Associate Chuck Baker (877)507-9464 Plan Information Privacy Policy © 2010 Pre-Paid Legal Services®, Inc.