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.
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.
Practice Areas
At Gingery Hammer & Associates, Jeff plays an integral role in handling Personal Injury cases, where he combines his legal acumen with decades of real-world trial experience. His focus areas include:
Catastrophic Personal Injury
Contract Disputes
Trial Litigation (State, Federal, and Administrative Courts)
Jeff’s deep knowledge of litigation strategy, paired with his exceptional negotiation and communication skills, consistently produces strong outcomes for his clients.
