MAY 5 STATEMENT REGARDING FIRE AT PAUL WILLIAM BELTZ OFFICE

We are grateful for the outpouring of support following the fire at our 36 Church Street office. Thanks to the dedicated first responders with the Buffalo Fire and Police Departments, everyone remained safe, and we are now focused on moving forward.

The Buffalo Fire Department investigation into the fire has concluded and officials have determined the cause was accidental. Between the fire itself and necessary work to extinguish it, the building Paul William Beltz has called home since 1968, must be demolished.

We extend our heartfelt thanks to the City of Buffalo, the firefighters and first responders, our dedicated PWB Team, and our partners helping us through this process. Their expertise and compassion have been invaluable.

Buffalo will always be home for Paul William Beltz. We are proud to represent and support our clients and are grateful for the trust they place in us. Our lifelong work of representing injured persons in this amazing community will continue.

Paul William Beltz is operating remotely until further notice, while also coordinating next steps related to the fire. For case related matters, please reach out to your direct Paul William Beltz representative or call us at 716.852.1000. For all other inquiries please contact us at media@paulbeltz.com. 

We thank everyone for their continued support and patience as we move forward. 

May 1, 2025 Statement Regarding Fire at Paul William Beltz Office