The O'Connor Hazelton Group

Merrill Lynch Wealth Management
69 State Street
Albany NY 12207
(518) 462.8357
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Mission Statement
Whatever your personal goals may be, we will work together with you, one-on-one, to develop a personalized financial strategy designed to help you pursue your long-term goals.
Welcome

Our team at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management brings ideas and resources to clients, offering a Goals-Based Wealth Management approach that puts them, rather than the market, at the center of the wealth management process. With over 70 years of combined experience, we work collaboratively with a select group of entrepreneurs and families, to tailor strategies to all of their specific financial needs and wants, forge relationships built on trust, accountability, and integrity and help our clients achieve the life they’ve always imagined.

About Us
A Legacy Continued. Your Wealth Partners

More than two decades ago, Jim O'Connor, Bill Hazelton, and Kristen Dwyer partnered to form The O'Connor Hazelton Group—a practice built on personal connection, thoughtful guidance, and a deep commitment to the families they served.

What began as a three person team has grown into a multigenerational practice designed to support clients today and for decades to come.

What we're most proud of isn't just our experience, but the relationships we've built. We take the time to get to know you—what drives you, what keeps you up at night, and what you envision for yourself and the people you care about.

Thank you for your trust. We look forward to growing with you—ever upward—every step of the way.

Meet Our Team
James O'Connor,

CIMA®

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
518.462.8357
William Hazelton,

CIMA®, CPFA®

Senior Vice President, Wealth Management Advisor
518.462.8386
Kristen S Dwyer
Officer, Wealth Management Client Associate
518.462.8314
Brian O'Connor
Financial Advisor
518.462.8351
Matteo Curto
Financial Advisor
518.462.8350
About Merrill

Bringing fresh perspectives to your financial life

The financial decisions you make today can help determine the future you build for yourself and your family. Carving a clear path forward starts with connecting your life and finances. A Merrill advisor provides access to the investing insights of Merrill and banking capabilities of Bank of America to help you make informed decisions as you pursue your goals.

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Investments & Wealth Institute™ (The Institute) is the owner of the certification marks CIMA® and Certified Investment Management Analyst®. Use of CIMA®, and/or Certified Investment Management Analyst® signifies that the user has successfully completed the Institute’s initial and ongoing credentialing requirements for investment management professionals.