Atty. Leslie E. Finnegan

Atty. Leslie E. Finnegan

Ms. Finnegan has over 25 years of experience, and is certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization as a specialist in probate, estate planning and trust law.

Salinas Salinas 38 yrs experience 38 year
Call (844) 584-3969 Book Appointment

Profile Summary

About Leslie E. Finnegan at a glance

Leslie E. Finnegan is a Shareholder based in Salinas, California, practicing at Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss A Professional Corporation. They have 38+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1988. Their practice focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, and estate planning. Admitted to practice in California (1988) and U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1988). Educated at University of California, Hastings College of the Law (J.D., 1988) and University of Delaware (B.A., 1983). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of California American Bar Association Monterey County Bar Association Monterey Women Lawyers Association. Serands clients in Salinas, CA and the surrounding metropolitan area.

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About

  • Ms. Finnegan has over 25 years of experience, and is certified by the State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization as a specialist in probate, estate planning and trust law
  • She drafts comprehensive estate plans for individuals and couples, and works with the firm's business attorneys on coordinated business succession planning
  • She handles all aspects of post-death estate administration, and represents both conservators and conservatees (via court appointment) in conservatorship matters
  • Ms. Finnegan holds the highest rating, "AV", from Martindale-Hubbell
  • Ms. Finnegan is also an experienced civil and probate litigator
  • She serves as beneficiary counsel, and advises personal representatives, trustees and beneficiaries on how to avoid litigation
  • She handles all aspects of estate, trust and elder law litigation, and specializes in crafting global resolutions for complex estate and trust disputes through creative negotiation and mediation
  • Phi Beta Kappa
  • Psi Chi Honor Society

Practice Areas Explained

Leslie E. Finnegan's Areas of Practice

Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Leslie E. Finnegan handles, with a brief overview of what that area of law covers.

Wills

Leslie E. Finnegan is one of 34,541 wills attorneys indexed nationally. Browse wills attorneys in California →

Trusts

Leslie E. Finnegan is one of 104,171 trusts attorneys indexed nationally. Browse trusts attorneys in California →

Probate

Leslie E. Finnegan is one of 128,014 probate attorneys indexed nationally. Browse probate attorneys in California →

Personal Injury

Personal injury attorneys help accident victims recover compensation for medical bills, lost wages, and pain & suffering. Most work on contingency — no fee unless you win.

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Estate Planning & Probate

An estate planning attorney prepares wills, trusts, powers of attorney, and healthcare directives to protect your family and pass on your assets.

Leslie E. Finnegan is one of 226,536 estate planning attorneys indexed nationally. Browse estate planning attorneys in California →

Jurisdictional Context

Why local counsel matters in California

Practicing law in California. Legal matters in California are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Salinas are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate California state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in California brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this andnue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in California courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.

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Frequently Asked

Common questions about Leslie E. Finnegan

Where is Leslie E. Finnegan's law office located?
Leslie E. Finnegan's law practice is located in Salinas, California. The firm is Noland, Hamerly, Etienne & Hoss A Professional Corporation. You can contact the office directly through this profile page.
What practice areas does Leslie E. Finnegan handle?
Leslie E. Finnegan focuses on wills, trusts, probate, personal injury, estate planning. Each practice area listed reflects experience handling cases of that type in California.
How long has Leslie E. Finnegan practiced law?
Leslie E. Finnegan has 38+ years of legal experience and has been licensed since 1988.
Where did Leslie E. Finnegan go to law school?
Leslie E. Finnegan earned their education at (J.D., 1988); (B.A., 1983).
How can I contact Leslie E. Finnegan for a consultation?
You can contact Leslie E. Finnegan directly through this profile page. Click "Ask the Attorney" to submit a question, or "Schedule a Consultation" to book a meeting. Most claimed-profile attorneys respond within one business day.
What awards or recognition has Leslie E. Finnegan received?
Leslie E. Finnegan's notable recognition includes: AV Preeminent.

Education

J.D.
University of California, Hastings College of the Law
- 1988
B.A.
University of Delaware
- 1983

Awards

AV Preeminent

Bar Admissions

California
Admitted: 1988
U.S. District Court, Northern District of California U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit
Admitted: 1988

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