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Legal Assistant/Paralegal

Buffalo, NY 14203

Posted: 03/24/2026 Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Legal Job Number: 8229 Pay Rate: $40,000 - $60,000

Job Description

Flexible, hybrid schedule: work 2 days a week from home!
Open to full-time or part-time candidates
Supportive work environment


Are you an experienced legal assistant or paralegal with a strong foundation in matrimonial and family law? This is an immediate opportunity to step into a key role at a well-established, close-knit law firm where your experience will be highly valued and your contributions will make an immediate impact.

This position is primarily focused on matrimonial and family law, with additional exposure to plaintiff personal injury, civil litigation, estate litigation, wills & estates, and residential real estate, offering a well-rounded and engaging workload.

Responsibilities:
You`ll manage cases from inception through resolution, taking ownership of drafting key legal documents including summonses with notice/summonses and complaints, answers, discovery requests and responses, statements of net worth, RJIs, motions and cross-motions, orders to show cause, orders of protection, judgments of divorce, and related filings.

You`ll handle NYSCEF e-filing, maintain detailed calendars with strict attention to court deadlines, and ensure client files are organized and up to date.

You`ll also serve as a point of contact for clients, courts, and opposing counsel, helping keep matters moving efficiently in a fast-paced practice.

Additional Details:
  • Flexible daily schedule to support work-life balance
  • Hybrid work option (2+ days remote depending on candidate)
  • Generous PTO
  • Bonus opportunities
  • Paid parking

Job Requirements

  • Proven experience in matrimonial/family law (required)
  • Hands-on experience drafting relevant legal documents in this practice area
  • Familiarity with NYSCEF e-filing
  • Strong organizational skills and attention to detail
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities independently
  • Excellent communication and client-facing skills


Key Resource Group, LLC considers applicants for all positions without regard to gender, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, age, marital status, sexual orientation, pregnancy, physical or mental disability, citizenship, veteran status, gender expression and/or identity, or any other class protected by federal, state, or local laws. Key Resource Group, LLC is an equal opportunity employer.

Meet Your Recruiter

Leigha Barratt
Legal Staffing Manager

Leigha joins the KRG Staffing Team with nearly ten years of experience working in the WNY legal arena as a Paralegal, Legal Assistant and Court Clerk. She also holds an A.A.S. in Paralegal Studies. Leigha’s hands-on experience in local law firms and our Courts System gives her a unique perspective when it comes to legal staffing. Simply put, Leigha can talk the talk and walk the walk.

Leigha excels when it comes to communication, efficiency and organization. She knows exactly how a law office (or any office for that matter) operates and understands that any business is only as good as their support staff so she understands what she’s looking for when searching for top talent.

When she isn’t busy searching for the perfect Candidates, Leigha is at the softball or baseball diamonds with her three beautiful kids! She also loves cooking and hosting parties for her family and friends. And the best part about Leigha? She is funny! The KRG staff enjoys her down-to-earth, honest approach to life; her one-liners keep us chuckling throughout our workday and boy are we grateful she’s on our Team!

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