NHEH is Monterey County’s Leading AV-Rated Law Firm

Noland Hamerly has been serving its individual, business and agricultural clients on the California Central Coast for almost 100 years from its offices in Salinas and Monterey.  The firm has a diverse transactional, probate & trust, employment and civil litigation practice.  We enjoy a collegial working environment, a favorable work/life balance and are committed to providing mentorship and ongoing support to develop our attorneys’ careers toward partnership.  We offer competitive compensation and benefits and reasonable billable hours requirements.  The firm additionally values and supports our attorneys' community service activities. We are currently seeking:

BUSINESS/REAL ESTATE ATTORNEY — MONTEREY / SALINAS

We seek a business and real estate associate a business and real estate associate with a minimum of 3 years of relevant legal experience, including corporate governance, entity formations, mergers and acquisitions, real property transactions, contract review and negotiations,  and general corporate law. The candidate must have a Juris Doctor degree from an accredited law school with excellent academic credentials and be an active member of the State Bar of California. Ideal candidates will possess exceptional organizational, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills and have an upbeat, team-focused approach to their law practice.  Experience working  independently with clients and the demonstrated ability to develop and maintain client relationships is preferred. We offer a high-level practice and collegial atmosphere with competitive salary and benefits, and our billable hours requirements are reasonable.  The position may be based in either our Salinas or Monterey office.  Salary of $90K - $200K per year, depending on experience.

CIVIL LITIGATION ATTORNEY — MONTEREY / SALINAS

Experience in civil litigation necessary.  The position requires the ability to take cases from start to finish, draft pleadings, discovery, and motions, negotiate effectively, and present cases in mediations, arbitrations and trials.  Significant client contact will be a part of this position and remote work may be available if needed.  Excellent writing skills a must. Salary of $90K - $200K per year, depending on experience.

TRUSTS & ESTATES ATTORNEY — MONTEREY / SALINAS

Experience in estate planning, conservatorship and trust/estate administration practice necessary.  Litigation experience a plus, but not required, as the firm also has an active trust litigation practice.  Responsibilities include preparing estate plans, administering trusts, probates, conservatorships, and related matters.  Significant client contact will be a part of this position.  Excellent writing skills a must. Salary of $90K - $200K per year, depending on experience.

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Candidates must possess excellent organizational, verbal, analytical and interpersonal skills, and have an upbeat approach to their law practice.  Experience working in a collaborative environment with a demonstrated ability to handle multiple responsibilities is encouraged.  It is expected that the associate will develop and maintain a high level of professional expertise and practice visibility, participating in the Monterey County Bar Association and community activities.

ATTORNEY BENEFITS:
· 100% Company paid benefits, medical, dental and vision insurance for attorneys/associates
· Flexible medical and dependent care savings account
· 401k Plan (with matching contribution)
· Profit Sharing Plan
· Life Insurance
· Disability Insurance
· Professional Liability Insurance
· Professional dues (American Bar Association/State Bar/County Bar)
· CLE for attorneys and paralegals
· Annual gym/club dues
· Bonus Pay

Please send resume and cover letter to Casey Merritt, Executive Director, Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss, PO Box 2510, Salinas, CA, 93902 or email: [email protected]

PARALEGAL — MONTEREY

We’re looking for a Certified Paralegal with a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience. The position provides support to attorneys in our Trusts & Estates, Business Law, and Litigation practice groups. This position is full-time, 40 hours per week, at $31 - $41 per hour.

PARALEGAL — SALINAS

We’re looking for a Certified Paralegal with a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience. The position provides support to attorneys in our Business Law practice group. This position is full-time, 40 hours per week, at $31 - $41 per hour.

LEGAL ASSISTANT — SALINAS

We seek a Legal Assistant with a minimum of 3 to 5 years’ experience. This position provides support to attorneys in the litigation practice group. Prior experience in litigation is a plus. This position is full-time, 40 hours per week, at $25 - $31 per hour.

For all positions we require strong organizational and writing skills. Must also possess strong interpersonal communication skills and have the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, as required.  Very competitive salary and benefits.

STAFF BENEFITS:
•    Medical, dental and vision insurance
•    Flexible medical and dependent care savings account
•    401k Plan (with matching contribution)
•    Profit Sharing Plan
•    Life Insurance
•    Disability Insurance
•    Professional Liability Insurance
•    Professional association dues and CLE
•    Competitive vacation package and approximately 11 holidays per year

Please send resume and cover letter to Casey Merritt, Executive Director, Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss, PO Box 2510, Salinas, CA, 93902 or email: [email protected]