A former insurance defense lawyer who now fights against the same insurance tactics he once employed, Patrick S. Aguirre has spent over 30 years representing injury victims and criminal defendants throughout California from offices in Long Beach and Downey. That reversal of sides is not coincidental. The knowledge he accumulated defending insurance companies is exactly what he applies when challenging their claim denials and low settlement offers on behalf of plaintiffs. The American Institute of Trial Lawyers recognized him in 2020 as among the 0.03% of attorneys nationwide for outstanding accomplishments in criminal law, a selection that reflects courtroom performance rather than self-reported credentials. His recorded success rate of 93% in the courtroom supports that recognition. The firm offers free consultations and handles personal injury cases on contingency, meaning clients pay nothing until a case is won.
Practice Areas
The firm divides its practice across personal injury and criminal defense, with significant depth in both.
On the personal injury side, Aguirre handles auto accidents, motorcycle accidents, pedestrian accidents, dog bites, truck accidents, train accidents, wrongful death claims, and work injuries. Truck accident cases have produced millions of dollars in verdicts and settlements. Motorcycle cases receive particular attention because insurance companies frequently apply bias against riders, assuming fault or downplaying injuries. Aguirre gathers evidence at the scene quickly, before physical evidence is lost or the vehicles are repaired, which preserves the factual record before it disappears.
California imposes strict liability for dog bites. This means an owner is liable regardless of whether the animal had any prior history of aggression. Victims do not have to prove the owner knew the dog was dangerous.
Criminal defense cases include violent crimes, domestic violence, drug crimes, theft crimes, and DUI across multiple categories: first offense, underage, multiple DUI, and DUI with injury. Federal criminal defense is also available, covering fraud, narcotics, white collar offenses, and weapons charges.
DMV administrative hearings are handled statewide, which is significant because the administrative license suspension process runs separately from and faster than the criminal case. Missing the deadline to request a DMV hearing can result in a license suspension that could have been contested.
Attorney Profiles
Patrick S. Aguirre brings a specific advantage to personal injury litigation that most plaintiff’s attorneys do not have: he spent years on the other side. As a former insurance defense lawyer, he knows how insurance companies evaluate claims, where they look for weaknesses, and what arguments they use to minimize payouts. That institutional knowledge, accumulated over decades of defense work, now serves the people those companies would otherwise underpay.
His 30+ years of experience across both civil and criminal matters means he has tried cases across a wide range of fact patterns and legal issues. The 93% courtroom success rate reflects consistent performance rather than selective case acceptance. The American Institute of Trial Lawyers’ 2020 recognition placed him among 0.03% of attorneys for outstanding accomplishments in criminal law.
As a lifetime motorcycle enthusiast, Aguirre also brings personal familiarity to motorcycle accident cases that goes beyond legal knowledge. He understands how riders think, how accidents unfold on a bike, and how to counter the prejudice that can enter a courtroom when a jury is deciding a motorcycle case.
Location and Service Area
The firm maintains two California locations. The primary office is at 333 West Broadway, Suite 208, Long Beach, CA 90802. A second office operates in Downey, CA. The main contact number is (800) 572-1252.
Practice extends throughout California. The firm specifically handles cases in the North Bay Area, including Santa Rosa, Cloverdale, Petaluma, Napa, and Sonoma. DMV administrative hearings are handled statewide. Clients across California can reach the firm regardless of which county their case involves.
Client Focus
The contingency structure means that injury victims face no financial barrier to representation. There are no upfront fees. The firm’s fee comes from the recovery, and if there is no recovery, there is no fee. Free consultations allow prospective clients to have their situation evaluated before making any decision.
Criminal defendants benefit from Aguirre’s courtroom track record and his approach to case preparation. Federal criminal cases receive the same attention as state-level matters. The 30+ year experience base covers the range of charges that California criminal defendants face, from first-time DUI to complex federal fraud proceedings.
The combination of insider insurance knowledge and trial experience makes this firm particularly suited to clients whose injury claims are being disputed or minimized by an insurer. Knowing how the defense thinks is a structural advantage that does not go away over time.
Frequently Asked Questions
How does the firm’s experience as a former insurance defense attorney help my injury case?
Patrick Aguirre spent years defending insurance companies and knows their internal evaluation processes, the arguments they use to reduce settlements, and the evidence they look for to limit liability. That knowledge is applied on your behalf to anticipate and counter those tactics.
What should I do immediately after a motorcycle accident?
Contact the firm as quickly as possible. Physical evidence at the scene and on the vehicles disappears fast, either through cleanup, repair, or weather. The firm gathers evidence quickly to preserve the factual record before it is lost.
Does California dog bite law require proof the dog was dangerous before?
No. California applies strict liability for dog bites. An owner is liable for a bite regardless of whether the animal had any prior history of aggression. You do not need to prove the owner had prior knowledge.
What is the 93% success rate based on?
It reflects the firm’s recorded courtroom performance across cases tried. The figure represents results in contested litigation, not settled matters.
Can the firm handle my case if I am not near Long Beach or Downey?
Yes. The firm handles cases throughout California and handles DMV administrative hearings statewide. The main contact number is (800) 572-1252.
Closing
Patrick Aguirre’s background as a former insurance defense lawyer, combined with 30 years of plaintiff and criminal work and a 93% courtroom success rate, positions the Law Offices of Patrick S. Aguirre as a firm with distinct structural advantages for California clients facing injury claims or criminal charges. The Long Beach office is at 333 West Broadway, Suite 208, (800) 572-1252. Full information is available at attorneypatrickaguirre.com/