Lawley Acquires Witkin Scott Associates
January 1, 2026
Lawley, an independent family-owned insurance and wealth management firm, announced that Witkin Scott Associates has joined the Lawley organization effective January 1, 2026. The merger gives Witkin Scott access to Lawley’s broader resources and market opportunities while preserving the agency’s local presence and client relationships; all Witkin Scott associates will join Lawley and relocate to Lawley’s Buffalo, New York office.
- Buyers
- Lawley
- Targets
- Witkin Scott Associates, Inc.
- Industry
- Insurance
- Location
- New York, United States
- Transaction Type
- Buyout
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