Location: Palm & Froese Law PLLC – Spokane Valley, WA
Schedule: Monday–Thursday, 8:30 a.m.–5:00 p.m. | Fridays Off
Work Location: In-office
Compensation: $30–$33 per hour, depending on experience, plus benefits
ABOUT US
Palm & Froese Law PLLC is a growing law firm focused on estate planning, probate, trust administration, guardianships, and elder law. We are committed to providing exceptional client service while maintaining a collaborative and supportive work environment.
We are looking for an experienced paralegal who is organized, dependable, detail-oriented, and comfortable taking an active role in managing client matters from beginning to end.
This is a substantive paralegal position with meaningful responsibility for case management, document drafting, client communication, and keeping matters moving forward. You will work closely with the attorneys while also having the independence to manage the day-to-day progress of assigned files.
Estate planning or probate experience is preferred but not required. Experienced paralegals from other practice areas with strong case-management, drafting, and client-communication skills are encouraged to apply.
WHY JOIN PALM & FROESE LAW?
- Four-day workweek with Fridays off
- $30–$33 per hour, depending on experience
- Paid holidays
- Paid time off
- Paid sick leave
- Health insurance stipend
- Consistent Monday–Thursday schedule
- Small, collaborative office environment
- Opportunity to grow with an expanding law firm
- Meaningful work helping individuals and families through important life events
PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIESCase Management
- Manage assigned case files from opening through completion.
- Track deadlines and proactively move matters forward.
- Review files regularly to identify missing information, outstanding tasks, or issues requiring attorney attention.
- Maintain accurate and organized electronic case files.
- Keep attorneys informed of significant developments and unresolved issues.
Drafting and Legal Support
- Draft estate planning documents, probate pleadings, guardianship documents, deeds, correspondence, and related legal documents.
- Prepare documents for court filing and assist with the filing process.
- Review drafted documents carefully for accuracy, completeness, formatting, grammar, and consistency before attorney review.
- Prepare final signing copies and assist with execution of documents.
- Support attorneys with estate planning, probate, trust administration, guardianship, and elder law matters.
Client Communication
- Communicate professionally and compassionately with clients by phone, email, and in person.
- Provide appropriate case updates and obtain information needed to move matters forward.
- Schedule appointments and coordinate document signings.
- Answer appropriate procedural questions.
- Maintain a high level of responsiveness and professionalism in all communications.
- Help ensure clients feel informed and supported throughout the legal process.
General Team Support
As part of a small office, all team members occasionally assist where needed. This may include:
- Scanning, uploading, and organizing incoming documents.
- Witnessing and coordinating document signings.
- Returning phone calls.
- Providing occasional backup reception coverage.
- Assisting with other legal or administrative tasks as needed.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Minimum of two years of paralegal experience in a law firm.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Strong proofreading and document-review abilities.
- Exceptional attention to detail and organizational skills.
- Ability to manage multiple matters and deadlines.
- Professional and compassionate client-service skills.
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and the ability to learn legal software quickly.
- Experience with Clio, Asana, and Google Workspace is preferred but not required.
- Experience in estate planning, probate, trust administration, guardianship, or elder law is preferred but not required.
THE RIGHT FIT
We are looking for someone who:
- Takes ownership of their work and follows tasks through to completion.
- Produces accurate, carefully proofread work.
- Naturally notices details and catches mistakes.
- Is comfortable managing multiple matters and deadlines.
- Communicates promptly when information is missing or clarification is needed.
- Is comfortable asking questions when something does not seem right.
- Works independently while collaborating well with attorneys and staff.
- Treats clients with kindness, patience, professionalism, and empathy.
- Is dependable, accountable, and receptive to feedback.
BENEFITS
- Competitive hourly compensation of $30–$33 per hour, depending on experience.
- Four-day workweek with Fridays off.
- Paid holidays.
- Paid time off.
- Paid sick leave.
- Health insurance stipend.
- Supportive, team-oriented work environment.
- Opportunity for professional growth within an expanding law firm.
HOW TO APPLY
Please read the application instructions carefully.
To be considered for this position, applicants must upload:
1. A professional résumé; and
2. A brief cover letter describing your relevant paralegal experience, the types of matters you have worked on, and your interest in this position.
Applications submitted without both a résumé and cover letter will not be considered.
We value accuracy and attention to detail in this position and ask that applicants carefully review their application materials before submitting them.
Palm & Froese Law PLLC is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and the needs of the firm.
Pay: $30.00 - $33.00 per hour
Work Location: In person
