Freedman & Lorry, P.C. has been a trusted legal
advocate for over 80 years, fighting to protect the rights of workers, unions,
and individuals facing challenging legal issues. Our firm is dedicated to
representing employees across all industries, including those suffering from
work-related injuries, disabled workers, and victims of motor vehicle
accidents. We also have extensive experience in Defense Base Act (DBA)
litigation, ensuring that injured overseas workers receive the benefits they
are entitled to under the law.
In addition to our strong labor and employment law practice, we offer
comprehensive legal services in personal injury, family law, Workers’
Compensation, criminal defense, and general litigation. We understand that
legal matters can be complex and overwhelming, which is why we provide
personalized and aggressive representation to protect our clients' best
interests. At Freedman & Lorry, P.C., we are committed to delivering the
highest level of legal advocacy and ensuring that every client has the support
and representation they need to achieve justice.
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Notable Peer Rated
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Avvo Client's Choice
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Client Champion Awards
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Award recipients stand out from their peers with a platinum, gold or silver icon.
At least three reviews and a score of 4.0 or higher.
At least six reviews and a score of 4.2 or higher.
At least ten reviews and a score of 4.5 or higher.
Freedman & Lorry, P.C. got this award in 2021
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or her at the highest level of professional excellence for their legal knowledge, communication skills and ethical standards.
Distinguished: An excellent rating for a lawyer with some experience. This rating indicates the attorney is widely
respected by their peers for high professional achievement and ethical standards.
Notable: This rating indicates that the lawyer has been recognized by a large number of their peers for strong ethical standards.
Freedman & Lorry, P.C. got this award in 2021
Avvo Awards
Avvo Top Contributor: The Avvo Top Contributor Award is granted to attorneys who have earned significant contribution points in a given year on our sister site, Avvo.com. Contribution points are earned by answering questions in Q&A,
publishing Legal Guides, and other useful contributions to the Avvo community.
Avvo Client’s Choice: The Avvo Client's Choice Award Badge is granted to attorneys with a significant number of 4+ star reviews in a given year.
I had an excellent experience working with Paul Himmel on my workers’ compensation claim. He handled everything efficiently and got my case resolved much faster than I expected. He went above and beyond to make sure I understood the process and that my best interests were always protected. His professionalism, dedication, and responsiveness made a stressful situation much easier. I would highly recommend him to anyone needing help with a workers’ compensation case.
Paul, GB and Jackie i can not thank you enough for what you did for me and my family. If I didn't have Paul's guidance I don't believe I would have my daughter. I am truly forever grateful and blessed! My case wasn't anything very big, but I never felt like I was treated any differently than another client would be treated. Forever grateful, Steve Long
Working with Paul Hummel was a amazing experience I was interviewed by Paul Hummel and followed his instructions with no issues or doubt I felt very comfortable in every way he was strong in our conversation and I have to say he made me a better person
Workers Compensation
Posted by Lou
September 13, 2024
Hired Law Firm
I am extremely satisfied and thankful of Paul through out my workman’s compensation case. Paul had my best interest every step of the way. He is very reliable, organized and determined !I put my trust in Paul and he came through big time. All I can say is thank you Paul!
Paul is very personable and knowledgeable. He was always available to answer my questions. He was fair in all the decisions made and provide good advice. I trusted him at all times. Thank you Pual for your assistance during my situation.
Workers Compensation
Posted by anonymous
January 03, 2024
Hired Law Firm
I had an excellent experience with Paul Himmel of Freedman and Lorry. Paul won a very fair workman's compensation settlement for my injury. I would highly recommend him to anyone with an injury case. His firm handles many of our union members' cases and he consistently delivers great results for our local.
My experience with Mr Paul Hammel what's the best decision that I've made. He's so kind compassionate and works hard for the working Man. I highly recommend this lawyer. He's so knowledgeable and trustworthy. This lawyer is determined to win your case. Paul and his staff worked diligently for my case. I highly recommend this law firm for your workers' compensation rights... I couldn't have asked for a better lawyer ...
Best decision I could’ve made letting Paul and his team handle my case! Very knowledgeable, professional and understanding. Sometimes I could be a bit of a worrier and a little pessimistic but they kept me cool and positive throughout this process and got me through it! Can’t Thank you enough!
I hired Paul for my Workmans compensation case. Since I hire Paul, he’s been on it since day one on keeping the communication open with me on my case and keeping me informed on what was going on. I finally settled my case and I was very satisfied with Paul’s work, but highly recommend him to anyone that wants to hire him.
It was a pleasure working with Paul Himmel and his staff. They were professional and knowledgeable of the law, explaining each step of my case to me. Mr. Himmel and his staff keep me updated on the status of my case and answered my questions in a timely manner. My case had a great outcome. If you’re looking for an attorney that is willing to put in the work and wants the best outcome for you, I would definitely recommend that you work with Mr. Himmel. If I need to, I will definitely work with him again.
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