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About Patrick
I am a California Personal Injury Attorney and have been practicing personal injury law in California for over 28 years.
I represent individuals in California who have been severely injured in automobile accidents, motorcycle accidents, and truck/big rig accidents, who sustain traumatic injuries including, brain injuries, bone fractures, cervical, thoracic and lumbar disc injuries, injuries requiring surgery, or other tramatic injuries which cause permanent lifetime residual injuries and damages. I also handle products liability cases (e.g. defective products that severely injure consumers) and wrongful death cases caused by the negligence of a third party.
I was admitted to the California State Bar in 1989 and have been handling personal injury cases in California for over 28 years.
Unlike many other attorneys who only have a Juris Doctor degree, I obtained a Master of Laws degree from McGeorge School of Law, Sacramento, CA, in 1990 above my Juris Doctor degree.
In the year 2000, at age 36, I was the youngest named partner at the highly prestigious personal injury law firm of Wilcoxen, Montgomery, Harbison and Hinrichsen before opening my own firm on February 4, 2001.
In 2017 I received the National Trial Lawyers Top 100 Civil Trial Lawyers Award for Nothern California.
I run a highly efficient boutique personal injury firm with two very professional staff assistants and each case is always personally handled by me and each client signed up with my firm is given my personal cell phone number to call day or night
Practice areas
Languages spoken
English, Spanish
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Resume
| State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | Active | 1989 | 11/04/2019 |
| Legal answers | 0 |
| Legal guides | 1 |
| Award name | Grantor | Date granted |
|---|---|---|
| Nominated for Top 10 Attorney Award | National Academy of Personal Injury Lawyers (NAOPIA) | 2018 |
| Top 100 National Civil Plaintiff Lawyer Award | The National Trial Lawyers | 2017 |
| Membership | United States District Court, Northern District of California | 2015 |
| Peer Review Rated | Martindale-Hubbell | 2009 |
| Awarded Partnership-Wilcoxen, Montgomery, Harbison & Hinrichsen | Wilcoxen, Montgomery & Harbison | 2000 |
| Membership | United States District Court, Eastern District of California | 1990 |
|---|---|---|
| Membership | All California Superior Courts | 1989 |
| Summa Cum Laude | University of Wisconsin, Platteville | 1986 |
| President's Award, Future Farmers of America | Spencer HIgh School | 1982 |
| Title | Company name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Owner | Law Office of Patrick L. Hinrichsen | 2001 - Present |
| Pro-Tem Settlement Conference Judge | Sacramento Superior Court | 1994 - Present |
| Youngest Named Partner @ age 36 | Wilcoxen, Montgomery, Harbison & Hinrichsen | 2000 - 2001 |
| Adjunct Professor | American River College | 1990 - 1991 |
| Personal Injury Associate | Wilcoxen & Callahan et. al. | 1990 - 1999 |
| Law Clerk Intern | Sacramento Superior Court | 1989 - 1989 |
|---|
| Association name | Position name | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Casa de Español | Estudiante | 2015 - Present |
| United States District Court, Northern District of California | Membership | 2015 - Present |
| St. Francis Dads Club | Member | 2014 - Present |
| East Sacramento Chamber of Commerce | Member | 2001 - Present |
| Sacramento County Superior Court | Judge Pro-Tem | 1994 - Present |
| United States District Court, Eatern District of California | Member | 1990 - Present |
|---|---|---|
| Capital City Trial Lawyers Association | Member | 1990 - Present |
| Sacramento County Bar Association | Member | 1990 - Present |
| All California State Courts | Member | 1989 - Present |
| State Bar of California | Member | 1989 - Present |
| Consumer Attorneys of California | Member | 2009 - 2009 |
| Consumer Attorneys of California | Member | 2006 - 2006 |
| American Bar Association | Member | 2001 - 2007 |
| American River College | Adjunct Professor | 1990 - 1991 |
| University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law | Master of Laws Student | 1990 - 1990 |
| University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law | Law School Student | 1986 - 1989 |
| Pre-law Club, University of Wisconsin, Platteville | Member | 1982 - 1986 |
| Future Farmers of America, Spencer HIgh School Chapter | President | 1982 - 1982 |
| Publication name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| AVVO Legal Guides | Advising your clients to ensure they have adequate underinsured motorist limits for the future. | 2013 |
| School name | Degree | Graduated |
|---|---|---|
| McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific | LL.M - Master of Laws | 1990 |
| McGeorge School of Law, University of the Pacific | JD - Juris Doctor | 1989 |
| University of Wisconsin, Platteville | Undergraduate | 1986 |
| Spencer HIgh School | High School Diploma | 1982 |
| Conference name | Title | Date |
|---|---|---|
| Adjunct Professor with Classes at American River College | Civil Procedure Before Trial | 1991 |
| Adjunct Professor with Classes at American River College | Civil Procedure Before Trial | 1990 |
| Spencer Chapter, Future Farmers of America | Extemporaneous Speaking | 1982 |
| Spencer Chapter, Futrue Farmers of America | Parliamentary Procedure | 1982 |
| Spencer Chapter, Futrue Farmers of America | Public Speaking | 1982 |
| Spencer Chapter, Future Farmers of America | Parliamentary Procedure | 1981 |
|---|---|---|
| Spencer Chapter, Future Farmers of America | Public Speaking | 1981 |
| Spencer Chapter, Future Farmers of America | Extemporaneous Speaking | 1981 |
| Case name | Outcome |
|---|---|
| Rear-end automobile collision. | Settled. |
| Motorcycle collision with vehicle. | Partially settled, remaining underinsured motorist claim pending |
| Head on vehicle collision | Husband's case has settled and wife's case still pending |
| Motorcycle case with severe injuries. | Settlement pending. |
Incredible medical knowledge that surpasses any other attorney that I have met.
Posted by Marcus
Thu Nov 14 2013
Top Tier Personal Injury Attorney!!!
Posted by CN
Thu Oct 10 2013
Attorney endorsements
(12)Brett Gowen, Workers compensation Attorney on Nov 27, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this Attorney for his excellent results for his clients and the personal attention he gives to his cases. I would not hesitate to call Mr. Hinrichsen's office if I had a personal injury case.
Daphne Xiao, Family Attorney on Nov 18, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. He is a very knowledgeable and excellent PI attorney.
David Snapp, Workers compensation Attorney on Nov 15, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Patrick is a great Attorney that has the reputation of getting things done. He fiercely advocates for his clients and makes sure they get the best results possible. Patrick keeps his case load low so he can give each and every client the attention that they deserve. I take Endorsing Attorneys very seriously and would definitely Endorse Patrick to handle your Personal Injury case.
Michael Mahon, Real estate Attorney on Nov 14, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I would call Patrick first on any personal injury or wrongful death case. Despite his keen intelligence and remarkable success, he never rests on his laurels, tirelessly working on every case, lining up every part, tightening every bolt.
Todd Robie, Estate planning Attorney on Oct 17, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have sent many clients to Patrick over the years and he has always done a great job. He is conscientious and thorough. I recommend him absolutely.
Clay Jackson, Corporate and incorporation Attorney on Oct 10, 2013
Relationship: Opposing Counsel on matter
I have known Patrick Hinrichsen for over 20 years, having first worked against him on a multi-million dollar accident case. Since that time, I have referred almost all of my personal injury cases to him because he is, in my opinion, the best personal injury attorney in Northern California. Why? Because he is smart and knows not only the law, but how to best apply it in each case and thinks both inside and outside the box. He can take complex issue and make it easy to understand for a jury (or defense counsel), so that they can grasp how Patrick's clients were injured and why they should award damages to them. He also goes farther than almost any other attorney to find all of the facts, so that no stone will go un-turned to get to bottom of whatever the case needs to be won. If I need an attorney, it will be Patrick Hinrichsen every time!
Twa'Lea Jordan, Family Attorney on Oct 8, 2013
Relationship: Worked together on matter
I endorse this lawyer. Patrick is a hard worker and he goes out of his way for his clients. He is fair and ethical. His staff is awesome and caring. You can't get better than this!
Gregory Culbreth, Insurance Attorney on Oct 7, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have referred two clients to Pat, and he achieved outstanding results. I will refer future cases to him. Bret Culbreth
Glenn Guenard, Personal injury Attorney on Oct 7, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. I have known Patrick for more than 20 years. I can say that I have personally seen the excellent job he does getting the maximum amount for his clients. He does the tough cases that most lawyers would not be able to handle and gets very substantial results. an "A" plus lawyer
James Cunningham, Bankruptcy and debt Attorney on Oct 2, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Pat is tops in his field in Sacramento, not just in maximizing the client's legal rights, but also understanding the client's needs and providing the client with the information necessary to make the best decisions. The latter is of upmost importance in an area of practice in which the case may be the client's only brush with the legal system.
Monica Reeves, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I HIGHLY endorse Patrick Hinrichsen and his staff. I have had the opportunity to work with Patrick on numerous cases over the years. He has also acted as my mentor. He is the first and only attorney I call when I have a personal injury related question or need valuation advice. He's definitely the attorney I will hire if I ever need a personal injury lawyer.
Joseph Weinberger, Car accident Attorney on Sep 13, 2013
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Patrick is one of the most professional and exceptional attorneys I have had the pleasure of dealing with. He is very knowledgeable and truly cares about his clients. I would highly recommend Patrick to anyone who has been injured and is in need of representation. Patrick is one of the best attorneys in the area.
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