Des Moines, Iowa – January 20, 2026 – BrownWinick is pleased to announce that it represented Stellar Industries, an employee-owned and operated manufacturer of work trucks and trailers, in its recently completed acquisition of Elliot Equipment, an industrial equipment supplier based in Omaha, Nebraska. The acquisition will allow Stellar to strengthen its long-term growth, widen their presence, and create new opportunities for Stellar, Elliott, and their employee owners in the years to come.
The team advising on the transaction included:
The firm assisted with all aspects of the acquisition, including negotiation of transaction documents, due diligence, regulatory considerations, and closing.
“We were proud to assist Stellar in this important transaction, and to be a trusted business partner with Stellar over many years,” said Drew Larson, Business Attorney at BrownWinick. “Our team worked closely with their leadership to ensure a smooth and efficient process from initial negotiations through closing. This acquisition positions Stellar for continued growth, and we are honored to get to play a role in helping them move confidently into the future in a way that benefits the company, its employee owners, and its communities.”
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BrownWinick has extensive experience advising clients on mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, and other complex transactions across a wide range of industries. The firm regularly represents businesses of all sizes—from emerging companies to established market leaders—in strategic corporate deals that require practical insight, thorough due diligence, and efficient execution.
With a multidisciplinary team and deep understanding of corporate structures, regulatory issues, and business objectives, BrownWinick is committed to helping clients navigate all stages of the transaction with confidence. Learn more at brownwinick.com