Paul M. Fires
About Paul M. Fires
Paul M. Fires is a lawyer based in Philadelphia, PA and has been recognized in The Best Lawyers in America® since 2007. Paul M. Fires is recognized in the following practice area:
- Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
- Workers' Compensation Law - Employers
Current Firm: Weber Gallagher
Education: George Washington University, graduated 1985 and The George Washington University, J.D., graduated 1985
Location: Philadelphia, PA
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