Office Manager Profile

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Dawn M. Lindner

SENIOR LITIGATION PARALEGAL/OFFICE MANAGER

Supporting Personal Injury, Divorce, Estates, and Arbitration Matters

Dawn joined the Law Offices of Kristen Balbick Degnan in 2022 as a part time billing clerk/paralegal and joined the firm full time in January of 2024 as a paralegal/ billing clerk and became the office manager as well in July of 2024. She currently supports the law office’s personal injury and divorce practices, as well as estate and arbitration matters.

Dawn entered the law field as a legal secretary/assistant 26 years ago at the law offices of Lipsitz, Green, Fahringer, Roll, Salisbury, and Cambria in the Estates, Wills and Trust Department. She eventually took on paralegal duties when she was with the law firm Brown & Tarantino where she became experienced in the medical documentation and HIPAA laws for the firm’s litigation/no-fault files. Dawn also advanced her paralegal background by accepting a Medical Paralegal position with the firm Brown & Kelly. She worked for Brown & Kelly for 13 years where she also advanced her paralegal knowledge by assisting the firm’s attorneys with litigation support. During her time at Brown & Kelly is when she formed a relationship with Kristen Degnan, Donald Eppers and Carolyn Henry, who are also attorneys with the Law Offices of Kristen Balbick Degnan. Together there is years of litigation experience and knowledge that Dawn is proud to be a part of.

In Dawn’s free time she enjoys her seasonal campsite from May to November every season, as well as crafting, reading, gathering with friends and family and absolutely lives for the Buffalo Bills Football season.

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.