A team of Pillsbury lawyers led by Corporate partner Nicole Islinger represented ACON Investments, LLC and its affiliates, in its recent acquisition of a controlling stake in True Religion, a lifestyle, apparel and accessories brand known for its quality craftsmanship, unique designs and premium stitching.

The financial terms of the transaction were not publicly disclosed.

Supported by both new and continuing limited partners of ACON including its strategic partner, SB360 Capital Partners, LLC, the companies, together, will utilize their combined resources and sector expertise to accelerate True Religion’s further growth, broaden its geographic reach and continue the diversification of its product offerings, according to an official press release.

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In addition to Islinger, the Pillsbury deal team included Tax partner Nora Burke; Employment Law partner Rebecca Carr Rizzo and special counsel Andrea Milano; International Trade partner Stephan Becker; Executive Compensation & Benefits partner Jessica Lutrin; Real Estate partner Adam Weaver; Intellectual Property partners Patrick Jennings and Sandro Serra; and Corporate senior associate Tara Shankar.