Patrick Joseph D'Arcy

Patrick Joseph D'Arcy

5.0
Rating: 8.6

Licensed for 18 years

Litigation Lawyer at Irvine, CA
Practice Areas: Litigation, Real Estate, Contracts & Agreements ... +2 more

1 Park Plz Ste 380, Irvine, CA

About Patrick

Biography

Practice Areas

5

Practice Areas

Litigation 35%

My firm has handled many sophisticated cases - 1) defended company against a class action (had the class defeated by motion), and had trial court ruling upheld on appeal; 2) won IP litigation in Arizona federal court; 3) won non-discharge action in federal court, and other matters

19 years

35%
Real Estate 30%

19 years

30%
Contracts and Agreements 15%

Drafted purchase by L'Oreal of 150 beauty salons; negotiated settlement between national paint distribution and licensee; drafted buy-sell agreements; drafted many settlement agreements.

19 years

15%
Landlord or Tenant 15%

Handled many difficult evictions, including 12-0 jury verdicts and successful defense on appeal.

15%
Criminal Defense 5%

Defense for white collar and other crimes. Defended CEO against worker's compensation fraud (and 12 felonies). Negotiated case after three years of litigation to 1 felony, no jail time and eligibility for expungement.

16 years

5%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Hourly Rates

$ 250-395 per hour


Payment Methods

  • Check
  • Credit Card

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 18 years

State: California

Acquired: 2007

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Location

Patrick J. D'Arcy, APLC

1 Park Plz Ste 380, Irvine, CA, 92614

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Patrick Joseph D'Arcy's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

17 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | March 19, 2018 | Real Estate

Best Litigation Lawyer in Southern California

Pat is an amazing trial attorney who will work tirelessly for his clients. Not only did he graduate from one of the top law schools in the country, but he also has the experience and the grit to tackle large complex cases in court. There's a lot of licensed attorneys in California, but not many of th...em have the actual experience in the law they practice. Pat worked in the Real Estate business for many years before becoming a Real Estate lawyer, so he's the one to call for quality advice. You won't be disappointed if you hire him!

Posted by Ken | September 04, 2017 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Great Litigation Attorney

Patrick D'Arcy was an incredibly helpful and responsive lawyer. I had explained I had already found someone to help me with my case but he insisted I tell him about the case which turned into a hour plus phone conversation which he didn't charge me for. He provided a lot of great information to give ...to the lawyer I had chosen. Definitely a stand up guy who has a lot of passion for law.

Posted by ling | June 02, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Sharp, symphony, best in all!

Pat is simply the best of my entire lawyer search!!! I called many attorneys for my eviction case; some of them don't want to take my cases. Most of them doesn't even answer my message and call me back. But Pat called me back and helps me greatly with my case. He is the most aggressive defender... comparing to others. He knows laws in very detail, and he is knowledgeable and up to date, smart, sympathy and ready to help. He will do the research and find the best strategy in the first time, which is a rare virtue among the many attorneys I have contacted. I would definitely recommend him to my friends who need help.

Posted by anonymous | May 23, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury

Amazing Attorney

I hired Mr. D'Arcy for a personal injury case. I had been rear ended on the freeway and the person at fault's insurance wanted to give me nothing for medical expenses or for the amount I was going to have to put towards a new car. Mr. D'Arcy took my case and gave me the results I wanted in just a sho...rt time. I had been told that it wouldn't be worth it to file a lawsuit because insurance never pays out; well Mr. D'Arcy got their insurance to pay out. He got the job done quick and was always available whenever I needed to ask him something. You always hear these horror stories about attorneys just after your money, but Mr. D'Arcy wasn't like that at all. He was very honest and told me exactly as it was. His firm is all so friendly, and I am very happy I decided to let them handle my case. I would most definitely recommend the Patrick D'Arcy Law Corporation to handle your case!

Posted by Tim | May 19, 2017 | Hired Attorney | Landlord & Tenant

Excellent Legal Tactician

I was going to write a detailed review of specifically how amazing Pat D’Arcy’s legal services are. However, I realized that Pat’s unique expertise in defending the rights of housing providers is something which should only be revealed to the clients who are privileged enough to be represented by hi...m. Pat is an incredibly skilled attorney whose command of the law is a wonder to witness. Pat consistently bests the best eviction defense attorneys repeatedly. When I called him for help with a tenant who hadn’t paid rent in 3 months, he knew just the technique to use in managing the situation to bring the matter to a quick and satisfying legal closure. In my experience Pat is a true housing advocate, who represents the rights of housing providers so that their buildings can be managed for paying tenants who wish to live in clean buildings where the landlords are doing everything possible to make sure that their buildings are run efficiently. Currently there are organizations, who will do and say anything to malign housing providers and their advocates by making unsubstantiated and false claims of discrimination in order to continue to receive services and housing without payment. Because he does not waiver and fights aggressively for his clients, Pat has been the target of such slanderous and maliciousness accusations. However, I can personally say that Pat advocates for all his clients, and welcomes anyone who seeks his services towards the end of defending the rights of housing providers.

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Patrick Joseph D'Arcy's Lawyer Endorsements

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Zachary McCready

Litigation lawyer | May 10

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Pat helped me out in a very tough case. He put in the time to handle the case correctly and did not overcharge me the way many lawyers do. I endorse him for his honesty, his tenacity, his professionalism, and his knowledge of civil litigation."

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James McKanna

Contracts and agreements lawyer | May 02

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have worked on numerous cases with Mr. D'Arcy over the past 12 years. Not only is he brilliant but he consistently out works and out maneuvers his adversary achieving the best possible result for those clients fortunate to hire him. He presents himself with the highest degree of professionalism. The legal profession should be proud to have him amongst our ranks"

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Employment and labor lawyer

Experience

Rating:  8.6 (Excellent)

Honors

2010

Wiley Manuel - Pro Bono, State Bar of California

2009

Pro Bono, Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton

Work Experience

2010 - Present

President, Patrick J. D'Arcy, A Professional Law Corporation

2006 - 2010

Associate, Sheppard Mullin Richter & Hampton

2003 - 2003

President of National Closing, E Loan, Inc.

1997 - 2003

Corporate Vice President, Centex Corporation

1992 - 1997

Sr. National Underwriter, First American Title Insurance Company

1989 - 1992

Assistant Vice President, Sr. Title Officer, Fidelity Title Company

Associations

2011 - Present

Quasi Indigent Defense Panel

President

2006 - Present

Public Law Center

Member

2006 - 2010

Orange County Bar Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Sainz v. Leva

Upheld on appeal

Katie Little v Elmer Clarke

12-0 defense verdict as to wife;

People v. Castrejon

invalidated warrant

Carol Julien v Mary Hill, dba Rosehill Consulting LLC

Stipulation for Plaintiff

Huum v Peters

Bankruptcy court bench trial

Maria Sainz v Amada Leiva

12-0 Jury Verdict In Our Favor

Chavos & Rau v ProCourier Inc.

Complete defense victory

People v Sanchez

12-0 jury verdict

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Education

2006

Georgetown University Law Center

JD - Juris Doctor

1996

California State University, Northridge

MBA

1993

California State University, Northridge

Business Administration

N/A

University of California - Los Angeles

Pre-med program

Publications

2014

Portfolio Media (Law360) Chavos & Rau v ProCourier

Languages

English

Korean

Activity

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