Thomas Murray Fleming

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Thomas Murray Fleming

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 35 years

DUI and DWI Lawyer at Walnut Creek, CA
Practice Areas: DUI & DWI, Criminal Defense

1255 Treat Blvd., Suite 300, Walnut Creek, CA

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About Thomas

Biography

Fear Not, There’s Light After Darkness! Top Avvo DUI Attorney, Rated 10/10. Voted Avvo Clients’ Top Choice! Yale Law School/UC Berkeley Graduate. Trained Future Prosecutors/Defense Attorneys as Adjunct Professor of Law. Visit Website or Call for Free Consultation at (510) 422-0951.

Fear Not, There’s Light After Darkness! Top Avvo DUI Attorney, Rated 10/10. Voted Avvo Clients’ Top Choice! Yale Law School/UC Berkeley Graduate. Trained Future Prosecutors/Defense Attorneys as Adjunct Professor of Law. Visit Website or Call for Free Consultation at (510) 422-0951.

Fear Not, There’s Light After Darkness! Top Avvo DUI Attorney, Rated 10/10. Voted Avvo Clients’ Top Choice! Yale Law School/UC Berkeley Graduate. Trained Future Prosecutors/Defense Attorneys as Adjunct Professor of Law. Visit Website or Call for Free Consultation at (510) 422-0951.

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

DUI and DWI 75%

35 years

75%
Criminal Defense 25%

35 years

25%

Fees and Rates

Cost

Free Consultation

$0 first 60 minutes


Payment Methods

  • Cash
  • Check
  • Credit Card

Licenses

Licensed in California for 35 years

State: California

Acquired: 1990

Active

No misconduct found

Location

Law Offices of Thomas M. Fleming

1255 Treat Blvd., Suite 300, Walnut Creek, CA, 94597

thomasfleminglaw.com/

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Thomas Murray Fleming's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

98 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 98 reviews

Posted by Kyle | November 06, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Criminal Defense

Attorney Thomas Fleming got my case dismissed and all my arrest and court records sealed!

Attorney Thomas Fleming got my case dismissed and all my arrest and court records sealed! I was charged with a hit and run, with suspicion of dui, due to a car accident with other parties involved and a totaling of my vehicle. It was a bit of a complicated case and after contacting a few differe...nt attorneys I ended up retaining Thomas Fleming. This came at a time in my life where things were already difficult enough and then came the filing of a court case. Once Thomas Fleming agreed to handle my case, I knew I was in good hands. He relieved most of the stress I had about the case and kept me informed throughout the entire process. He also agreed to appear for me and considering this was in a different county than I reside, transportation was extremely difficult without a vehicle. He was able to get the DA and Judge to agree to a complete dismissal of my case. Without me even requesting it, he met and talked with DA privately,and got the judge to sign a court order sealing and destroying the record of the arrest and the court case. I can now legally say I was never arrested or charged in court. Thomas Fleming an excellent attorney he is a genuinely super honest and good person who truly cares about his clients. I hired him as an attorney, but in the end I gained a friend and a life advisor. He goes above and beyond for his clients and on a scale from 1-5 stars he gets a 10!

Posted by Pree | October 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI Case Dismissed

After I was arrested for a DUI, I found Thomas Fleming and retained him. I was in need of a top-notch DUI lawyer. He delivered in every way. He got my DUI case in court dismissed. We went to trial with DMV, and I was found not guilty. From the very first consultation, he was incredibly profession...al, knowledgeable, and genuinely cared about my case. He patiently walked me through every step of the process, explaining my options and what to expect. Thomas was always responsive and made me feel confident during an incredibly stressful time. If you’re looking for a lawyer who genuinely cares for each of his clients and will fight for the best possible outcome, Thomas is the one you want on your side.

Posted by Ricardo | September 10, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

DUI Dismissed

I cannot recommend Thomas enough. He got me out of a really bad situation. Thank god for his hard work and patience. One day I decided to drink and drive which led to me getting pulled over and arrested with a BAC of .15 along with a refusal to test. I had hired another attorney who dropped the ball ...big time at the first court and dmv appearance. Since the moment I spoke with Thomas he reassured me that everything was going to work out and to have faith. I have never had someone that had my back 100 percent and worked the case for about a year until he got the DUI dismissed in Stanislaus county; a county that is very strict on DUIs. I cannot thank Thomas enough for his hard work and dedication. Hopefully, I never have to use his services again but out of this experience I gained an awesome attorney and lifelong friend.

Posted by Luciano | September 09, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Not Guilty for DUI

I wanted to take a moment to write how much it has meant to me to have Attorney Thomas Fleming represent me in my DUI Case. From our initial legal consultation all the way to resolution many months later, Thomas has been incredible and exceptional as an attorney. Thomas had me do a lot of work ...at all levels to prepare for court and DMV litigations. Armed with documentation of this, he spoke privately with the judge and the prosecutor, and convinced them to find me not guilty. Then the court rendered a Not Guilty verdict. Thomas then gave me a copy of the court certified order of Not Guilty. Incredible! Thomas had a backup plan to use a forensic toxicologist to give an opinion on the rising blood alcohol defense (despite my having a middle BAC) at trial with DMV and the court. But it seems the easier way to talk everyone into it. The court then ordered DMV to not suspend my license at the DMV hearing. This caused DMV to also find me Not Guilty. I didn’t even know the court could do that! Thomas’s work has been a true blessing. I am deeply grateful to God for guiding me to find Thomas in a time of great hardship, stress, and despair. May God continue to bless Thomas and his work so that others can get the same amazing blessing I received for my DUI case!

Posted by anonymous | September 05, 2024 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Your test is your testimony

All I can say is amen and thank you God. Last year I found myself in an unfortunate circumstance a drunk driver hit me on cinco de mayo weekend and kept going. I did not flee the scene, however I found myself in jail because I had been drinking. This was one of the most scariest times of my life what... happens next how is this going to affect me forever. I began looking around for lawyers and found Thomas. I read his reviews and his website. It seemed like a great fit especially because his faith is so strong that he helped me understand that this can be apart of my testimony and doesn’t have to be the end. Our first court date they offered me a plea of guilty of DUI and Thomas advocated for me to have more time to show and prove that this was a mistake that I am taking seriously. As time went on of fighting this DUI case I realized that it can only work if you are willing to make the necessary changes. There is homework required of you it sounds like a lot but you are looking for that miracle from God so work is required. I found myself in back to back AA meetings, IOP, DUI classes, his RCIA classes and volunteering what mattered to me is that I learn something not only for myself, but how it affects others. We went back to court I was more confident this time on what is in God’s will will be. That time of taking those classes my spirit had been transformed to understanding how to make better choices and better decisions. It happened! I was granted my miracle my case went from being charged with a DUI to the DUI being dismissed and changed to a wet and wreck-less. Thank God. God sends us people in our life who will help us grow and learn. Thomas is the lawyer to make this test you are facing your testimony. I highly recommend.

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Thomas Murray Fleming's Lawyer Endorsements

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John Phillips

Unknown lawyer | Feb 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Mr. Fleming. You can tell from his thorough responses to questions on Avvo and sage wisdom that he has the passion and compassion necessary to be a fine advocate. He spends his own time giving advice to the Avvo community and that is something worth noting."

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Matisyahu Wolfberg

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 05

Relationship: Other

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Peter Marek

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Brilliant. Yale law, UC Berkeley undergrad, current law professor and UC Berkeley professor. Trial tactics professor. 20 years as a public defender which means fighting in the trenches. Prosecutors know that he knows what they know. Experience really does matter. Knowledge of both criminal law and procedure is outstanding and evident in his pro bono contributions. Client reviews are stellar. READ THEM! If you are a potential client and want the best than this is your man. Do yourself a favor and schedule a consultation. If your lucky he might agree to represent you. KUDOS"

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Douglas Goss

Unknown lawyer | Jan 30

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. It is very clear from his experience and his contributions that Mr. Fleming is extremely knowledgeable and highly competent. I wouldn't hesitate recommending him."

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Christian Lassen

Unknown lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Top-notch attorney. Highly respected in the legal community."

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Steven Whitworth

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jan 29

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Attorney Fleming is a true counselor of law. His grasp of DUI law, procedure, science, and trial tactics make him the go to lawyer in Contra Costa County for your DUI issues both criminally and administratively for DMV purposes. Attorney Fleming was my professor of trial tactics in law school and it was my pleasure and extreme luck to have learned from him and to have been exposed to his experience, intellect, and legal knowledge. For criminal law matters Attorney Tom Fleming has over 20 years of experience in negotiating terrific dispositions through settlement and if necessary being more knowledgeable and experienced than the opposition for purposes of winning at trial. You can do no better than Lawyer Tom Fleming. I heartily endorse this attorney."

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Matthew Carver

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 27

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"Thomas Fleming is a very personable attorney. He spent over 20 years defending clients as a public defender, and now works in private practice. He is quick to stay on top of matters and will push prosecutors and judges to ensure the most advantageous situation for his clients."

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David Larkin

Unknown lawyer | Jan 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is an excellent attorney with years of experience in criminal law. He is an excellent attorney."

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Judd Nemiro

Unknown lawyer | Oct 15

Relationship: Other

"This attorney is extremely well respected in the community and is looked up to by all fellow attorneys. Clients report fantastic experiences with this lawyer and their experience speaks for itself!"

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Steven Greenfield

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 14

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I give Thomas Fleming my highest endorsement. I've seen him in action, and he is one of the best criminal defense/DUI lawyers around. He is also a very nice person, extremely smart, and cares very deeply about the fates of his clients."

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Lee Kaster

DUI and DWI lawyer | Oct 08

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Tom is a sharp and personable lawyer with an extensive background in criminal defense. He is able to explain legal issues in "plain English" and truly cares about his clients. I would not hesitate to recommend Tom for any criminal defense case."

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Richard Howard

Criminal defense lawyer | Oct 01

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Attorney Thomas Fleming is a colleague of mine, and I know him to be an outstanding criminal defense attorney. He was a trial attorney with the Public Defender, an adjunct professor of criminal law, and still teaches law-related classes at U.C. Berkeley. He provides the very highest level of criminal defense representation, and I give him my very highest recommendation without reservation."

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Peter Marek

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Steven Whitworth

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Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2015

Top 100 Trial Lawyers, National Trial Lawyers Association

2014

Chancellor's Public Scholar, University of California - Berkeley

2013

Chancellor's Public Scholar, University of Berkeley - Berkeley

2012

Chancellor's Public Scholar, University of California - Berkeley

1988

Judicial Law Clerk to Supreme Court Justice, Supreme Court Justice Allen B. Broussard

1985

Highest Honors in Scholarship, University of California - Berkeley

1985

Highest Honors for Thesis, University of California - Berkeley

1985

Commencement Speaker, University of California - Berkeley

1984

Scholar, Phi Beta Kappa

Work Experience

2014 - Present

Criminal/DUI Defense Attorney, Law Offices of Thomas M. Fleming

2014 - Present

Attorney, Contra Costa County Criminal Conflicts Panel

1995 - Present

Faculty, University of California - Berkeley

2000 - 2008

Adjunct Professor of Law, Law School

1995 - 1995

Consultant, Los Medanos College

1991 - 2014

Senior Trial Attorney, Public Defender's Office

1989 - 1991

Associate Attorney, Pillsbury Madison & Sutro

1988 - 1989

Judicial Law Clerk to Supreme Court Justice, California Supreme Court

1987 - 1987

Editor, Yale Law and Police Review

1987 - 1987

Teaching Assistant, Yale University

1986 - 1986

Yale Law School Street Law Instructor, New Haven High School

1986 - 1986

Yale Law School Student Council, Yale Law School

1985 - 1985

High School Teacher, Maybeck High School

Associations

2014 - Present

Criminal Conflicts Panel of Contra Costa County

Member

2014 - Present

Contra Costa County Bar Association

Member

2014 - Present

National College of DUI Defense

Member

2000 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

1995 - Present

U.C. Berkeley

Faculty

1990 - Present

State Bar of California

Member

1991 - 2013

Public Defender's Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

DUI -- .36 Blood Alcohol Level

Found Not Guilty

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Education

1988

Yale Law School

Juris Doctor

1985

University of California - Berkeley

A.B., Sociology

1985

University of California - Berkeley

A.B., Ethnic Studies

Speaking Engagements

1990

U.C. Berkeley class

Law and Race

Publications

1990

U.C. Berkeley Reader: Law in the Asian American Community

Languages

Japanese

Activity

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