Patrice Hensley

A partner with the firm since 2021, Ms. Hensley has represented celebrities and athletes, and has extensive experience in trial and litigation. She firmly believes in a personalized approach and unwavering dedication to each one of her clients. Always results-oriented, Ms. Hensley strives to provide her clients with the most professional representation. She has obtained outstanding results and has appeared in courthouses all over the State of California and in the Court of Appeals. She is currently working on a California Supreme Court matter.

Ms. Hensley has been actively involved in the Beverly Hills Bar Association, Santa Barbara Bar Association, the Ventura Bar Association, and the University Club in Santa Barbara. She often attends networking events, such as Meet the Judge’s Night and encouraged the Firm’s Sponsorship in events such as the Women In Trial Travel Summit and First Fridays in Marina Del Rey.

Originally from Alaska, Ms. Hensley moved to California at 17, following her dream to become a lawyer. While pursuing her law degree at Santa Barbara and Ventura Colleges of Law, she competed in Mock Trial at Harvard Law School and studied abroad in Granada, Spain. Thereafter she was elected on to the International Senate of her Law Fraternity, Delta Theta Phi, in Washington D.C. where she served on the board for a two-year term.

With a background in business law and work experience for financial entities, Ms. Hensley has an unmatched expertise in multiple areas. Being able to assist people in difficult life situations and make a difference for her clients, while offering an attentive understanding without judgment in sensitive matters, is a driving force for Ms. Hensley. Ms. Hensley volunteered with the Girls Inc. Program, acting as a mentor for Juvenile Girls, The Central Coast Horse Rescue, and other animal organizations. Along with her work, she enjoys international travel, yoga, boxing, and hiking with her German Shepherd.