Lawley Expands Presence with Acquisition of Witkin Scott Associates in New York

Lawley, an independent insurance agency based in Upstate New York, has announced an exciting new partnership with Witkin Scott Associates, effective January 1, 2026. This strategic merger marks a significant milestone for both organizations, enhancing their capabilities and service offerings.

As part of this collaboration, all associates from Witkin Scott will transition to Lawley and will be relocating to the agency’s main office in Buffalo. Witkin Scott, which has been serving clients from its base in nearby Williamsville, brings a wealth of experience and expertise in personal and business insurance, having been established in 1896.

The merger was spearheaded by Christopher D. Ross, principal at Lawley, alongside Harris Witkin, president of Witkin Scott. Both leaders expressed enthusiasm about the merger, emphasizing the benefits it will bring to their clients. “Joining Lawley enables us to provide our clients with expanded resources without compromising the personal relationships and local service they trust,” stated Witkin, highlighting the commitment to maintaining high-quality service while leveraging enhanced capabilities.

Lawley, headquartered in Buffalo, boasts a robust presence with branch offices across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida. The agency employs a dedicated team of 600 associates, all committed to delivering exceptional insurance solutions tailored to the needs of their clients.

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Mergers & Acquisitions
New York

Lawley, an independent insurance agency based in Upstate New York, has announced an exciting new partnership with Witkin Scott Associates, effective January 1, 2026. This strategic merger marks a significant milestone for both organizations, enhancing their capabilities and service offerings.

As part of this collaboration, all associates from Witkin Scott will transition to Lawley and will be relocating to the agency’s main office in Buffalo. Witkin Scott, which has been serving clients from its base in nearby Williamsville, brings a wealth of experience and expertise in personal and business insurance, having been established in 1896.

The merger was spearheaded by Christopher D. Ross, principal at Lawley, alongside Harris Witkin, president of Witkin Scott. Both leaders expressed enthusiasm about the merger, emphasizing the benefits it will bring to their clients. “Joining Lawley enables us to provide our clients with expanded resources without compromising the personal relationships and local service they trust,” stated Witkin, highlighting the commitment to maintaining high-quality service while leveraging enhanced capabilities.

Lawley, headquartered in Buffalo, boasts a robust presence with branch offices across New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Florida. The agency employs a dedicated team of 600 associates, all committed to delivering exceptional insurance solutions tailored to the needs of their clients.

Topics
Mergers & Acquisitions
New York