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 Betty | September 10, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Personal Injury
The People’s Lawyer
I was recommended to Attorney Paul Himmel after my injury by a friend. The Best recommendation ever! I had no clue of how the system worked. Thanks to Paul and his professional staff I was given the care and compensation I deserved. He took a confusing, painful and anxiety producing situation and ma...
Posted by Kenneth l | October 13, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Hands down the best lawyer I've ever came in contact with
I am so impressed with this law firm, Paul Hammel in particular he and his team worked hard on my case to give me the best compensation possible. I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer to handle my case. I felt confident that I could call Paul and and he would respond promptly... I highly recommen...
Posted by Rhonda | February 02, 2022 | Hired Attorney
EXCELLENT LAWYER
Paul was an excellent lawyer. Gave eye contact, good energy, very positive in my case, Answer ALL MY QUESTIONS AND CONCERNS! Didn't hesitate with anything. Very honest about everything, if I didn't quite understand something he did not hesitate to answer. Kept me informed even answer his cell phone i...
Posted by Tamika | February 08, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Business
The best decision I made!
From the moment I met him it was a pleasure. He was referred to me from a Coworker at my last job. He went above and beyond for me and my case. I am extremely satisfied with his and Glorybell's professionalism. Returning emails, texts and calls within minutes. The quarantine was no match for this duo...
Posted by Jenn cruz | January 13, 2021 | Hired Attorney
Could not ask for a better attorney.
Need to shot out both Gloribell and Paul Himmel. On point ever time I spoke with both of them and straight to the point. Always received returned calls and emails from both of them and I couldn’t appreciate that more! If you are looking for an honest and motivated team that will fight to the end for...
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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
