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Municipal Law Defense Attorney

Buffalo, NY 14203

Posted: 12/16/2025 Employment Type: Permanent Industry: Legal Job Number: 8093 Pay Rate: $90,000 - $150,000

Job Description

Now Hiring: Municipal Law Defense Attorney - Buffalo, NY

Make an impact as a Municipal Law defense attorney!

What You`ll Do:
  • Represent municipalities on the defense side in civil and federal cases
  • Draft pleadings, motions, and other legal documents
  • Communicate with clients, courts, and opposing counsel
  • Manage case files and assist with trial preparation
  • Participate in client events and professional development opportunities


Perks & Benefits:
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance (generous employer contribution and multiple plan options)
  • Life & AD&D insurance, short- and long-term disability
  • Paid Family Leave for maternity/paternity
  • Firm-paid attorney registration fees, bar memberships, and CLE courses
  • Business-casual, flexible work environment
  • Opportunities for hands-on experience, client interaction, and career growth
  • Firm-sponsored events, community service initiatives, and networking opportunities

Job Requirements

  • 2-8 years of experience in Municipal Law defense (preferred)
  • Admission to Federal Court with practical experience
  • Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills
  • Collaborative, client-focused approach


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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