Paul M. Carrion

Associate

Office: Philadelphia

Direct: 215-258-9146

Fax: 215-461-3311

pcarrion@ohaganmeyer.com

  • Professional Overview
    Paul Carrion is a Labor & Employment Law Attorney who offers a whole-picture perspective to his clients while zealously advocating for their interests. Paul is known for his insightful analysis and creative solutions to novel problems in advisory opinions as well as the litigation process while promoting civility in the profession.

    Paul previously served as an Assistant Solicitor for various school districts in Delaware County for matters ranging from constitutional law, real estate tax appeals, labor & employment, student discipline, and compliance with the Pennsylvania School Code. Paul also advised small businesses on compliance with various employment law statutes, including Title VII of the Civil Rights Act, the Americans with Disabilities Act, the Age Discrimination in Employment Act, the Family and Medical Leave Act, and corresponding state and local statutes, such as the Pennsylvania Human Relations Act and Philadelphia Fair Practices Ordinance. Paul has represented both companies and individuals in various matters, such as motor vehicle collisions, personal injury, medical malpractice, employment law, real estate tax appeals, and premises liability.

    Paul is a proud United States Army Veteran. During his time as a Soldier, Paul served as an All-Source Intelligence Analyst in Korea, Germany, and Afghanistan.
  • Practice Areas
  • Education and Admissions

    Education

    J.D., Drexel University Thomas R. Kline School of Law, 2020

    • Rising Advocate Scholar
    • President, Law and Philosophy Society
    • Vice President, If/When/How Society

    B.A., Drexel University, 2016

    • Majored in Philosophy
    • Drexel Philosophy Award
    • Senior Second Honors
    • General Electric College Bowl Award

    Admissions

    • Supreme Court of the United States
    • United States District Court for the Eastern District of Pennsylvania
    • United States District Court for the Middle District of Pennsylvania
    • United States District Court for the Western District of Pennsylvania

    States Licensed

    • Pennsylvania
  • Professional Organization Memberships
    • Philadelphia Bar Association
      • Co-Chair, Civil Rights Committee, Present
      • Co-Chair, Military Affairs Committee, 2025 to Present
      • Vice Chair, Young Lawyers Division, 2025
      • Executive Committee, Young Lawyers Division, 2024 – 2026
  • News, Honors, Publications & Speeches
    Honors
    • Bar Star, Public Interest Section of the Philadelphia Bar Association, 2025
    • Delaware County Top Lawyer – Employment Law, Delaware County Daily Times, 2024
    • Army Commendation Medal (multiple), United States Army, 2013 – 2014
    • Army Achievement Medal (multiple), United States Army, 2012 – 2014
    • NATO Medal with ISAF, United States Army, 2013
    • Third Grade Marksmanship, Army of Czech Republic, 2013
    • Combat Action Badge, United States Army, 2012
    • Certificate of Achievement (multiple), United States Army, 2011
    • Operation Smart Award, United States Army, 2010
    Publications
    • Author, “2025-1: Invoking Immigration Status in Legal Proceedings”, Philadelphia Bar Association Ethics Opinions, 2025
    • Author, “Don’t Fear the Reefer: Pennsylvania Medical Marijuana Act and Employment Law”, Delco En Banc, Summer 2024
    • Author, “Letter: ‘Red Scare’ Clouds Delco Democrats’ Decision to Not Support Retention of Judges”, Delaware County Daily Times, October 20, 2023
    Presentations & Speeches
    • Lecturer, “Overview on Pennsylvania Human Relations Act and Philadelphia Fair Practices Ordinance”, Philadelphia Bar Association State Civil Litigation Section, 2026
    • Moderator, “A Crash Course on Caste”, CLE, Philadelphia Bar Association, 2026
    • Panelist, “How to Cross Without Getting Crossed: A Program on Effective Cross Examination”, CLE, Drexel Kline Inn of Court, 2026
    • Panelist, “Essential Ethics 2025”, CLE, Pennsylvania Bar Institute, 2025
    • Organizer, “Chancellor’s Forum: Women Who Fly”, Philadelphia Bar Association, 2025
    • Organizer, “The Attorney-Paralegal Relationship”, Philadelphia Bar Association, 2025
    • Speaker, “Law Day Rally”, Law Day of Action 2025, Philadelphia Bar Association, 2025
    • Panelist, “ ‘Origin’ Film Screening (With Panel Discussion)”, Maine Film Center, Colby College, 2025