NEW YORK, Oct. 1, 2014 /PRNewswire/ -- Securities lawyers at Dunnam & Dunnam are investigating the board of Athlon Energy Inc. (NYSE MKT: ATHL) in connection with the acquisition of Athlon Energy by Encana for only $58.50 per share. Concerned ATHL investors are encouraged to contact attorney Hamilton Lindley by clicking here.

The deal appears suspicious to the firm because Athlon has great potential for growth in one of North America's top oil plays. Additionally, private equity group Apollo dominates Athlon's board and the company only began trading for $20 a share last year. The law firm's proposed shareholder lawsuit seeks to ensure Athlon Energy shareholders receive the highest value for their shares in this buyout.

Dunnam & Dunnam has significant experience representing shareholders in securities lawsuits nationwide. ATHL stockholders - or anyone with knowledge about this situation - should contact lawyer Hamilton Lindley at hlindley@dunnamlaw.com with questions, toll free at (844) 702-2990 or visit http://www.dunnamlaw.com/ATHL.

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