From real estate transactions to business planning and estate documents, Summit Law Group helps you make informed decisions that protect what matters most.
From real estate transactions to business planning and estate documents, Summit Law Group helps you make informed decisions that protect what matters most.
About Summit Law Firm
Summit Law Group, PLLC is a boutique transactional law firm in Kalispell, Montana, serving the Flathead Valley. We provide practical legal guidance in real estate, land use, estate planning, probate, and business law—helping clients buy or sell property, develop land, form businesses, draft contracts, and plan for the future. By keeping our practice intentionally small, we offer personalized service with direct attorney involvement, ensuring clear communication, attention to detail, and efficient, well-organized solutions for a better client experience.
About Summit Law Firm
Summit Law Group, PLLC is a boutique transactional law firm located in Kalispell, Montana, serving individuals, families, and businesses throughout the Flathead Valley and surrounding areas.
Our firm focuses on providing practical legal guidance in real estate law, land use matters, estate planning and probate, and business law. We work with clients who are buying or selling property, developing land, forming or growing businesses, drafting contracts, and planning for the future. Our goal is to make complex legal issues feel clear, manageable, and well organized.
As a boutique law firm, we intentionally keep our practice small so we can offer personalized service and direct attorney involvement in every matter. Clients work closely with their attorney and paralegal, which allows us to stay responsive, maintain attention to detail, and move matters forward efficiently. We believe this hands-on approach leads to better outcomes and a better overall client experience.
"We take a solutions-first approach to legal planning. That means explaining your options in plain language, helping you understand the reasoning behind each recommendation, and tailoring documents and strategies to your specific goals rather than relying on one-size-fits-all templates."
Summit Law Group proudly serves clients across Kalispell, Whitefish, Columbia Falls, Bigfork, and the greater Flathead Valley. We understand the unique legal considerations that come with Montana real estate, rural land use, small business operations, and family planning.
Our Team
Summit Law Group is led by attorney Mark Buckwalter, supported by senior paralegal Lisa Pooler. We value clear communication, careful drafting, and solutions that are timely and cost-effective.
Mark Buckwalter
ATTORNEY
Mark is licensed in Nebraska, Montana, and Idaho, focusing on transactional law: real estate, land use, estate planning, business, family, bankruptcy, and construction. He strives for timely, cost-effective solutions.
Nebraska • Montana • Idaho
Lisa Pooler
SENIOR PARALEGAL
Lisa has over 40 years in the legal profession. She holds a Bachelor’s in Paralegal Studies from Notre Dame College. Outside work: RiderCoach for Montana Motorcycle Safety Program and founding member of Flathead Valley Roller Derby.
40+ years experience
Our Team
Summit Law Group is led by attorney Mark Buckwalter, supported by senior paralegal Lisa Pooler. We value clear communication, careful drafting, and solutions that are timely and cost-effective.
Mark Buckwalter
ATTORNEY
Mark is licensed in Nebraska, Montana, and Idaho, focusing on transactional law: real estate, land use, estate planning, business, family, bankruptcy, and construction. He strives for timely, cost-effective solutions.
Nebraska • Montana • Idaho
Lisa Pooler
SENIOR PARALEGAL
Lisa has over 40 years in the legal profession. She holds a Bachelor’s in Paralegal Studies from Notre Dame College. Outside work: RiderCoach for Montana Motorcycle Safety Program and founding member of Flathead Valley Roller Derby.
40+ years experience
Practice Areas
Our work emphasizes transactional matters, planning, and document-driven solutions. If you do not see your issue listed, contact our office and we will help you determine next steps.
Real Estate & Land Use
Business Law
Estate Planning
Probate
Contracts & Planning
Construction Law
Real Estate & Land Use
Residential & commercial transactions, development, leases, easements, and land use approvals.
Business Law
Entity formation, contracts, governance, and succession planning for small businesses.
Estate Planning
Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and tailored plans to protect your legacy.
Probate
Guidance through the probate process with compassion and clarity.
Contracts & Planning
Drafting and review of contracts, plus proactive legal planning for individuals and businesses.
Construction Law
Contracts, disputes, and risk management for construction projects.
Get In Touch
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Assistance Hours:
Mon - Fri 9am to 5pm
Saturday - Closed
Sunday - Closed
Address: 37 Glacier Ranch Way, Suite 105, Kalispell, MT 59901
Practice Areas
Our work emphasizes transactional matters, planning, and document-driven solutions. If you do not see your issue listed, contact our office and we will help you determine next steps.
Real Estate & Land Use
Residential & commercial transactions, development, leases, easements, and land use approvals.
Business Law
Entity formation, contracts, governance, and succession planning for small businesses.
Estate Planning
Wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and tailored plans to protect your legacy.
Probate
Guidance through the probate process with compassion and clarity.
Contracts & Planning
Drafting and review of contracts, plus proactive legal planning for individuals and businesses.
Construction Law
Contracts, disputes, and risk management for construction projects.