U.S. Compliance Extends EHS Reach with OECS Acquisition
Deal News | Apr 17, 2025 | Troutman Pepper Locke, LLP
Troutman Pepper Locke, a reputable law firm, advised U.S. Compliance (USC) in its acquisition of OSHA/Environmental Compliance Systems (OECS). USC, a national provider of environmental, health, and safety (EHS) services, seeks to bolster its position within the EHS market and expand its regional influence with this transaction. OECS is a prominent EHS consulting firm based in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, with a substantial market presence in the Upper Midwest. Known for its unique Compliance-as-a-Service model, which integrates consulting, cloud software, and on-demand support, USC has been expanding its footprint by acquiring entities like OECS and previously Hellman & Associates. Troutman Pepper Locke, renowned for handling middle and lower middle market transactions, served as legal advisor for these strategic acquisitions. The legal team was led by Todd Boylan and Samantha Peruto, further supported by Jenny Ji. Troutman Pepper Locke provides extensive legal services, focusing on private equity, mergers, and acquisitions, among others. The firm has a significant presence in major sectors like energy and healthcare and a track record of advising Fortune 100 companies.
Sectors
- Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Services
- Legal Services
Geography
- United States – Both U.S. Compliance and OECS operate within the United States, and the legal firm Troutman Pepper Locke has a nationwide presence.
- Minnesota – OECS is headquartered in St. Louis Park, Minnesota, indicating the regional focus of the acquisition strategy.
Industry
- Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) Services – The acquisition directly involves companies operating in the EHS space, focusing on compliance and consultancy services.
- Legal Services – Troutman Pepper Locke provided legal advisory services for the acquisition, highlighting the role of the legal industry in M&A transactions.
Financials
Participants
| Name | Role | Type | Description |
|---|---|---|---|
| U.S. Compliance (USC) | Acquirer | Company | A national provider of EHS services employing a unique Compliance-as-a-Service model. |
| OSHA/Environmental Compliance Systems (OECS) | Target Company | Company | A regional leader in EHS consulting based in St. Louis Park, Minnesota. |
| Troutman Pepper Locke, LLP | Legal Advisor | Company | A top-tier law firm providing legal services in mergers and acquisitions, among other areas. |
| Todd Boylan | Legal Advisor | People | Led the legal advisory team at Troutman Pepper Locke for the acquisition. |
| Samantha Peruto | Legal Advisor | People | Part of the lead legal advisory team at Troutman Pepper Locke. |
| Jenny Ji | Legal Advisor | People | Part of the advisory team at Troutman Pepper Locke. |