NORTH COUNTY'S FINEST.
Over my career I have developed a reputation as a tried and true trial attorney, with a proven track who obtains favorable results for his clients. 35+ Jury Trials
Practice areas
I currently focus on indigent defense. I have represented working men and women accused of an array of crimes in California--ranging from petty theft to Attempted Murder.
12 years, 750 cases
I currently focus on indigent defense for men and women accused of violent crime.
12 years, 100 cases
I currently focus on indigent defense of hard working men and women accused of domestic violence.
12 years, 200 cases
I have represented clients charged in wide spectrum of sexual crimes ranging from misdemeanor indecent exposure and prostitution to felony child molestation, felony rape, and other serious sex crimes.
12 years, 20 cases
I currently focus on indigent defense and strong foundation in DUI & DWI defense.
12 years, 175 cases
Languages spoken
Mandarin, English
State | Status | Acquired | Updated |
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CA | Active | 2010 | 02/07/2022 |
Legal answers | 8 |
Legal guides | 0 |
Award name | Grantor | Date Granted |
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William R. Fletcher Award--For Superb Indigent Defense | North County Bar Association of San Diego | 2016 |
Pro Bono Honors | Thomas Jefferson School of Law | 2008 |
Title | Company name | Duration |
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Deputy Public Defender | San Diego County | 2014 - Present |
Special Assistant--Law clerk | U.S. Department of Navy | 2009 - 2014 |
Association name | Position name | Duration |
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San Diego County Bar Association Mock Trial Competition | Scoring Judge | 2016 - Present |
La Jolla Playhouse | Playhouse Leadership Council | 2015 - Present |
American Inns of Court | Associate Member | 2015 - Present |
Earl B. Gilliam Bar Association | Member | 2012 - Present |
San Diego Democratic Judicial Committee | Member | 2015 - 2016 |
San Diego County Central Democratic Committee | Alternate Central Committee Member | 2013 - 2016 |
Thomas Jefferson Alumni Association | Board Member | 2013 - 2015 |
San Diego Mock Trial Competition | Head Coach Cathderal Catholic High School Mock Trial Team | 2010 - 2015 |
San Diego Bar Association | Member | 2010 - 2011 |
North County Bar Association | Member | 2009 - 2017 |
School name | Degree | Graduated |
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Thomas Jefferson School of Law | Juris Doctorate | 2008 |
University of Mississippi | B.A. | 2006 |
Peking University | N/A |
Conference name | Title | Date |
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Youth in Court Day | Youth Domestic Violence | 2017 |
Youth in Court | Teen Domestic Violence | 2016 |
Youth in Court Day | Teen Drug Use | 2015 |
Career Day | Minorities in Law | 2012 |
Paths to Success | How to Make A First Impression | 2012 |
Case name | Outcome |
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Dog Gone | Case Dismissed---No fees due |
Under Influence of Controlled Substance | Case Dismissed |
Harassment by the Sea | Case Dismissed |
Failure to Register | Case Dismissed |
Domestic Violence | Case Dismissed |
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Elliott Jung, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 21, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael Flemming is one of a kind. He has the respect of his peers and knows how to fight a case. He has a great relationship with the Judges and the opposition. I have seen him receive great settlement agreements for his clients on a number of occasions. He is someone you can trust and someone that will fight in your corner. I am honored to know him as a colleague and friend.
Sanders Patton, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 28, 2017
Relationship: Friend
Mr. Flemming is an excellent public defender. He is vey knowledgeable and up to date on the nuances of the law. He is personable and will make complicated legal issues simple to understand. I also know he cares a great deal about all of his clients. These are not traits one always finds in a public defender, but Mr. Flemming has it all! If you are lucky enough to have him appointed to your case, you should rest assured you are in good hands.
Elliott Jung, Criminal defense Attorney on Feb 21, 2018
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael Flemming is one of a kind. He has the respect of his peers and knows how to fight a case. He has a great relationship with the Judges and the opposition. I have seen him receive great settlement agreements for his clients on a number of occasions. He is someone you can trust and someone that will fight in your corner. I am honored to know him as a colleague and friend.
Sanders Patton, Criminal defense Attorney on Jan 28, 2017
Relationship: Friend
Mr. Flemming is an excellent public defender. He is vey knowledgeable and up to date on the nuances of the law. He is personable and will make complicated legal issues simple to understand. I also know he cares a great deal about all of his clients. These are not traits one always finds in a public defender, but Mr. Flemming has it all! If you are lucky enough to have him appointed to your case, you should rest assured you are in good hands.
Pauldeep Bains, Criminal defense Attorney on Apr 1, 2016
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Mr. Flemming is a true advocate for his clients' best interests. He will always go the extra mile to fight for his clients' rights. His understanding of the criminal justice system, the penal code, and specific case law is outright impressive. Mr. Flemming has an excellent rapport with all of his clients. I highly endorse Michael Flemming.
Corey Wlodarczyk, Criminal defense Attorney on Sep 29, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael Flemming is an excellent attorney devoted to the defense of his clients. I have seen him day in and day out fighting for his clients in court. He is tenacious and knowledgeable. His clients may always rest assured that they are in good hands.
Arthur D'Egidio, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 16, 2015
Relationship: Friend
Michael is a great attorney who works zealously for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Jennifer Gerstenzang, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 10, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael Flemming is an outstanding advocate. He truly cares about his clients. He is invested in their cases and will work hard to help you. You will not go wrong hiring this attorney to help you with you case.
Patrick Paschall, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 8, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
I endorse this lawyer. Mr. Flemming is an attorney who truly cares about his clients and works day and night to ensure their charges are mitigated to the fullest extent possible. If Mr. Flemming is your attorney, rest assured that your case is in good hands.
Erik Bruner, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael is a fighter. He is an encyclopedia of knowledge. If he is on your side you are in the best hands possible. Tenacious advocate for his clients. I endorse this lawyer.
Jeremy Evans, Criminal defense Attorney on Jun 3, 2015
Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community
Michael is a terrific attorney and advocate for criminal defense clients. Michael is also a dear friend and colleague. Highly recommended.