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Career Opportunities with NHEH

A Tradition of Excellence on the Central Coast Since 1928

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

Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss 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.  

Noland Hamerly is a great place to work, with competitive compensation and benefits. We are proud to offer:

•    Collegial working environment with excellent staff and workflow systems 
•    Reasonable billable hours requirements for favorable work/life balance
•    Ongoing mentorship to develop our attorneys’ careers toward partnership  
•    Encouragement and support for our attorneys’ community service activities

NHEH is an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

We’re looking to fill these team positions:

Summer Law Clerk Program

Are you interested in a PAID Law Clerk position at one of Monterey County’s largest and longest-operating law firms?  Would you like to work alongside seasoned attorneys to learn about various civil law practice areas? The NHEH Summer Law Clerk Program is an in-person, full time paid seasonal position, at $25/hour, located at our Salinas, CA office.

APPLICANT CRITERIA:
• Current 2L or 3L law school student in good academic standing.
• Submit requested materials by February 21, 2025.
• Participate in a Zoom interview.
• Available for work June 2 – August 1, 2025, Monday – Friday, 8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
• Open to learning about, and participating in, real attorney and client research, writing, court appearances, and more – in multiple areas of civil law.
• Able to commit to program by April 1, 2025.

TO APPLY:
Submit your 1) resume; 2) writing sample; 3) cover letter; and 4) transcript to: [email protected] by end of day on February 21, 2025.

Select applicants will be contacted to schedule a Zoom interview March 1 – 15, 2025.

Summer 2025 Law Clerks will be announced April 1, 2025.

Accounting Manager (Law Firm)

Overview
Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss is seeking an Accounting Manager to join our team. This role is an integral part of the accounting department and reports directly to the Executive Director. A bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance is required. To be considered, please send your resume to [email protected]

Responsibilities:

  • Account Reconciliation and Compliance for the ABA Trust IOLTA Account & Settlement Trust Account
  • Monthly Bank Reconciliations for several accounts at different Banks.
  • Responsible for managing all procedures for accounts receivable, accounts payable and billing
  • Prepare, monthly GL entries and YE entries in conjunction with CPA
  • Assist with the administration of the Firm’s monthly financial reports
  • Work directly on budgeting and special projects as requested
  • Coach, develop, and supervise three accounting team members

Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $100,000.00 – $130,000.00 per year
Schedule: Monday to Friday

Education:
Bachelor’s Degree (Preferred)

Experience:
Accounting Management: 3 years (Required)

Ability to Commute: Salinas, CA 93901 (Required)
Work Location: In person

    • Bachelor’s degree in accounting or finance
    • At least 5 years of experience in a service industry preferred (Legal Accounting)
    • 2+ years of prior supervisory experience
    • Extensive experience with general ledger accounts, including payroll, 401k, and client advances
    • Must be highly motivated, able to prioritize and multi-task
    • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
    • Strong Microsoft Excel skills
    • Excellent organization skills, detail-oriented
    • Working knowledge of and experience with billing
    • Experience with accounting software preferred
    • Must be able to use diplomacy and discretion when distributing information
    • Must be able to work effectively and efficiently, both independently and collaboratively, within a team environment
    • Analytical thinker with ability to effectively integrate/leverage technology to maximize the efficiency of the department’s processes
    • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Benefits

    • 401(k)
    • Dental insurance
    • Disability insurance
    • Employee assistance program
    • Flexible spending account
    • Health insurance
    • Health savings account
    • Life insurance
    • Paid sick time
    • Paid time off
    • Vision insurance

Please send resume and cover letter to Recruiting or email: [email protected]

Trusts & Estates Associate Attorney

Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss, Monterey County’s leading AV-rated law firm has an opening for an experienced trusts and estates attorney. The position is part of our growing estate planning, conservatorship, litigation and trust/estate administration practice. Responsibilities include drafting estate plans, administering trusts, probates, conservatorships, and related matters. Experience working in a collaborative environment with a demonstrated ability to handle multiple responsibilities is encouraged. We offer a high-level practice and a collegial atmosphere with competitive salary, billable hour requirements, and benefits. The position is based in our Salinas office. To be considered, please email your resume to [email protected]

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $100,000.00 – $225,000.00 per year

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Health savings account
  • Life insurance
  • Vision insurance

Experience:

  • Trust and Estates: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Legal Assistant

We are seeking an experienced Legal Assistant to support multiple Attorneys within Business Transactions and Litigation. A background or experience with Employment Law and Litigation is preferred; Strong organizational, writing skills and attention to details. Must also possess strong interpersonal communication skills and have the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively, as required. Competitive salary and benefits. To be considered, please send resume to [email protected]

Requirements:

– Proficient in Microsoft Office – Word, Excel, Outlook, document management systems, Adobe

– Strong communication skills, including proofreading and editing.

– Ability to multitask and meet deadlines

– Two or more years’ experience in a professional office environment.

– Fluent speaking of Spanish is a plus, but not required.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $27.00 – $34.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40 per week

Benefits:

  • 401(k)
  • Dental insurance
  • Disability insurance
  • Flexible spending account
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Vision insurance

Schedule:

  • 8 hour shift

Experience:

  • Law Firm: 2 years (Required)
  • Microsoft Office: 2 years (Required)

Ability to Commute:

  • Salinas, CA 93901 (Required)

Work Location: In person