Trial Attorney
Jeff Hinrichsen
A lifelong Californian and trial attorney since 1999, Jeff Hinrichsen has built a distinguished career in California state, federal, and administrative courts, focused on catastrophic personal injury, wrongful death, and complex contract disputes.
About Jeff
A lifelong Californian, Jeff Hinrichsen was born in Stockton and raised in Sacramento. Before entering the legal profession, Jeff spent time working in the hospitality industry, where he honed the strong communication and interpersonal skills that continue to serve him well in his legal practice. Since becoming an attorney in 1999, Jeff has built a distinguished career as a trial lawyer in the Sacramento region. He has practiced extensively in state, federal, and administrative courts and is especially respected for his work in catastrophic personal injury and complex contract disputes. Jeff is also a Major League Baseball Players Association Certified General Agent, helping amateur and professional athletes pursue careers at the highest levels of the sport.
Practice Areas
- Catastrophic Personal Injury
- Contract Disputes
- Trial Litigation (State, Federal, and Administrative Courts)
Education
- Jeff is a proud alumnus of Jesuit High School, Sacramento City College, and the University of California, Davis. He earned his law degree from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, graduating in the top 15 percent of his class in 1999. That same year, he was admitted to the California State Bar.
Personal
Jeff lives in the Sacramento area with his wife, Rachael. They enjoy traveling to beach destinations, attending baseball games, playing golf, and practicing yoga. Together they have four children and two grandchildren. Jeff's passion for baseball extends beyond fandom — his work as a Certified General Agent allows him to guide athletes through the transition from amateur to professional sports.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Jeff Hinrichsen?
Jeff Hinrichsen is a lifelong Californian and trial attorney at Gingery Hammer & Associates, LLP who has practiced law in the Sacramento region since being admitted to the California State Bar in 1999.
What types of cases does Jeff Hinrichsen handle?
Jeff Hinrichsen plays an integral role in the firm's personal injury practice, with focus areas including catastrophic personal injury, contract disputes, and trial litigation in state, federal, and administrative courts.
Where did Jeff Hinrichsen go to law school?
Jeff Hinrichsen earned his law degree from the University of the Pacific, McGeorge School of Law in Sacramento, graduating in the top 15 percent of his class in 1999.
Where is Jeff Hinrichsen from originally?
Jeff Hinrichsen was born in Stockton and raised in Sacramento, and he is a proud alumnus of Jesuit High School, Sacramento City College, and the University of California, Davis.
Is Jeff Hinrichsen involved in sports law?
Yes. Jeff Hinrichsen is a Major League Baseball Players Association Certified General Agent, helping amateur and professional athletes pursue careers at the highest levels of the sport.
What did Jeff Hinrichsen do before becoming an attorney?
Before entering the legal profession, Jeff Hinrichsen worked in the hospitality industry, where he honed the strong communication and interpersonal skills that continue to serve him well in his legal practice.