
Summer Palatulan
Summer Palatulan

Summer Palatulan
Legal Administrative Specialist
Background
Summer brings a unique combination of educational expertise and legal administrative excellence to Justly Prudent as our Legal Administrative Specialist. With over three years of dedicated experience supporting law firms and eight years in comprehensive client-facing roles, she has developed a sophisticated understanding of legal procedures, case management, and client relations. Her professional journey reflects a distinctive path from licensed educator to accomplished legal professional, demonstrating her adaptability and commitment to excellence across diverse fields.
Her educational background in Physical Education and teaching licensure has provided Summer with exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly and effectively. This foundation has proven invaluable in her transition to legal administration, where she excels in intake coordination, document preparation, legal research, and comprehensive case management from inception to resolution. Her experience spans multiple practice areas including real estate law, probate, estate planning, and landlord-tenant matters.
Summer's professional expertise encompasses the full spectrum of legal administrative support, from conducting thorough legal research and drafting documents to managing complex case calendars and maintaining confidential client information. Her proficiency with advanced case management systems including Clio, Lawcus, and Salesforce, combined with her comprehensive knowledge of legal procedures, ensures seamless operations and exceptional client service. Her background in operations leadership and team management has further enhanced her ability to coordinate multiple cases while maintaining the highest standards of accuracy and professionalism.
Beyond her professional accomplishments, Summer is an adventurer at heart. Her passion for mountain climbing reflects the same qualities she brings to her legal work—strategic planning, careful attention to detail, and unwavering commitment to reaching objectives.
Summer's dedication to continuous improvement and her goal-oriented mindset align perfectly with Justly Prudent's mission of delivering comprehensive legal services with integrity and excellence. Her combination of educational background, legal expertise, and genuine commitment to client service makes her an invaluable member of our growing team.