Attorney Profile

Carolyn M. Henry, Esq.

Senior Litigation Attorney

Insurance Defense Litigation for Personal and Commercial Policyholders

Ms. Henry is an attorney in the firm’s litigation group. Ms. Henry has over 35 years of experience in civil litigation. Before joining this firm, Ms. Henry served as Assistant Staff Counsel to a large national insurance carrier for over 10 years, defending both personal and commercial policy holders in a wide range of tort actions involving motor vehicle accidents, wrongful death, premises liability, and product liability. Prior to that, she represented both plaintiffs and defendants across multiple practice areas including personal injury, municipal liability, and labor law. In addition, she has experience of appellate practice in the Appellate Division, Fourth Department.

Ms. Henry earned her Juris Doctor degree from the University at Buffalo School of Law and is licensed to practice in New York and the U.S. District Court, W.D.N.Y. and received a Bachelor of Science degree in Business.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What types of cases does the Law Offices of Kristen Balbick Degnan handle?

The firm handles civil litigation, family and matrimonial law, criminal defense, estate planning, insurance defense litigation, real estate law, and workers’ compensation cases for clients in Buffalo and throughout New York State.

Where is the Law Offices of Kristen Balbick Degnan located?

The office is located at 42 Delaware Avenue, Suite 700, Buffalo, New York 14202.

Do you serve clients outside of Buffalo, New York?

Yes. The firm provides dedicated legal representation to clients across all of New York State.

How much legal experience does Kristen Balbick Degnan have?

Kristen Balbick Degnan has nearly two decades of legal experience, including service as an Assistant District Attorney in Erie County and extensive private practice litigation experience.

What should I expect during an initial consultation?

During an initial consultation, you can expect a discussion of your legal issue, an overview of your options, and an explanation of how the firm may assist you moving forward.

Do you handle both litigation and non litigation matters?

Yes. The firm provides both litigation representation and non-litigation legal services such as estate planning and real estate transactions.

How can I contact the firm to schedule a consultation?

You can contact the office by phone at 716-318-5355 or by email at office@kbd.law.