Paul B. Himmel, a Senior Shareholder at Freedman & Lorry, P.C., is a highly experienced trial attorney with a distinguished career in civil litigation. Practicing in both Pennsylvania and New Jersey, he has successfully represented clients in jury trials, bench trials, and arbitrations, handling complex personal injury matters such as motor vehicle accidents, slip and fall injuries, construction accidents, medical malpractice, and product liability cases. He manages litigation from inception through trial, ensuring the best possible outcomes for his clients.
As the head of the firm’s Workers’ Compensation department, Mr. Himmel is a Certified Specialist in Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation, a designation granted by the Pennsylvania Supreme Court. His exceptional legal skills and dedication to injured workers have earned him recognition on the Pennsylvania Super Lawyers list since 2017, as well as inclusion in the National Trial Lawyers Top 100. Over the past eight years, he has secured millions in settlements, including $6.1 million in 2022.
Beyond his legal practice, Mr. Himmel is an active member of numerous professional organizations, including the Philadelphia Bar Association, the American Trial Lawyers Association, and the Fair Housing Rights Center of Southeastern Pennsylvania. His relentless advocacy continues to make a difference for injured individuals throughout the region.
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1601 Market St Ste 1550, Freedman & Lorry Pc, Philadelphia, PA, 19103
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Posted by Debbie | July 01, 2016 | Hired Attorney
If working with everyone was this easy...
Paul Himmel is an outstanding attorney who from the moment I met him made me feel at ease with my situation. I was very nervous throughout this process and Paul and his team ensured I was able to relax and clearly understand the objective at hand. With this being my first time in such a position Paul...
Posted by Nikima | April 06, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Hands down the BEST Attorney Ever
Paul is consistent with his communication with his clients, he is a very smart and reliable lawyer. I never had any worries or doubts about him representing me and he has done a phenomenal job. I am a very happy client and if you want a lawyer who will listen to your concerns and help you with whatev...
Posted by Mannwell Glenn | March 31, 2016 | Hired Attorney
Like Family!
My experience with Paul Himmel always brings a smile to my face. He was always accessible, professional and friendly. He interpreted the "legalese" and made things very easy to understand. This was my first major accident case and his attention to detail was the key in me reaching a very good settlem...
Posted by Caroline | December 30, 2015 | Hired Attorney
Always prepared for court and ready for battle.
Words cannot express my gratitude and the journey traveled with my attorney Paul Himmel. Being injured on the job and out of work was the lowest point of my life. But then there was Paul. His professional guidance and support assured me there would be an end to my pain, heartache and disappear. ...
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2025
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2024
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2023
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2022
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2021
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2021
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2020
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2020
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2019
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2019
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2018
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2018
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2018
Super Lawyer, Thomson Reuters
2017
Super Lawyer, Super Lawyers
2017
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2016
Peer Review Rated, Martindale-Hubbell
2015
Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers
2014
Certified Specialist, Pennsylvania Bar Association, Workers' Compensation Law
2016 - 2016
Partner, Freeman & Lorry, P.C.
2016 - Present
Pennsylvania Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - Present
American Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - Present
Philadelphia Trial Lawyers AssociationMember
2015 - Present
American Bar Association, Workers' Compensation & Employers' Liability CommitteeMember
2015 - Present
American Bar Association, Tort Trial and Insurance Practice SectionMember
2013 - Present
International Foundation of Employee Benefit PlansMember
1995 - Present
Philadelphia Bar AssociationMember
1990
JD - Juris Doctor
1987
BA - Bachelor of Arts
English
