Leigh Gretchen Fleming

Leigh Gretchen Fleming

4.8
Rating: 9.5

Licensed for 20 years

Criminal defense Lawyer at San Andreas, CA
Practice Areas: Criminal Defense

265 West St. Charles Street, P.O. Box 725, San Andreas, CA

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Licenses

Licensed in California for 20 years

State: California

Acquired: 2005

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Law Offices of Leigh Gretchen Fleming

265 West St. Charles Street, P.O. Box 725, San Andreas, CA, 95249

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Leigh Gretchen Fleming's Reviews

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4.9 /5.0

13 Client Reviews

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Posted by anonymous | August 03, 2016 | Hired Attorney | DUI & DWI

Excellent lawyer!

I got a DUI while visiting CA. Leigh went to court on my behalf, and took care of everything. She got my charges reduced, and I never had to travel back to CA! She wrapped things up quickly and efficiently, and was always available to answer my questions. And I had a lot! I am so glad I hired her!

Posted by PJ | November 20, 2013 | Lawsuits & Disputes

Above and beyond anything i expected

I have the greatest esteem for Leigh Fleming and would highly recommend her as an attorney. I had a legal issue that was causing me a great deal of stress and anxiety. I was starting to lose sleep. She was very reassuring and expedited taking care of the matter for me. I had another case unknowingly ...pop up when she went to court for my case and she was glad to take it on and help me and inform me through the whole issue.

Posted by anonymous | January 01, 2013 | Criminal Defense

Highly recommended!

Leigh was very responsive & sensitive to my family's needs, very well informed on the court system/processes in our county (San Mateo), and maintained great communication with us! She helped obtain a minimal "wet reckless" conviction with probation & fine (NO JAIL TIME) for a first offense. I would... not hesitate to hire her again, but I promise we won't need to.

Posted by NED | February 13, 2011 | Speeding & Traffic Ticket

Speeding Ticket Trial: CASE DISMISSED!!!

Leigh represented me for a traffic citation out of Marin County. She handled everything from start to finish and was a terrific communicator. When the day came for my bench trial, Leigh appeared on my behalf and obtained a complete DISMISSAL of all charges! I was thrilled not only to not have a po...int on my driving record, but it ended up saving me thousands of dollars in the long run. Thank you Leigh and I would highly recommend her services!

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Leigh Gretchen Fleming's Lawyer Endorsements

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Ghazal Sharif

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 06

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Leigh is a passionate criminal defense attorney who always goes out of her way to secure a favorable outcome in her client's cases. She is smart, knowledgeable, talented and empathetic."

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George Munoz

Criminal defense lawyer | Aug 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyerAn extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community, I wholeheartedly recommend him to anyone looking for a lawyer who knows the law and truly cares about protecting the rights of his clients and getting them the most favorable result possible."

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John Fisher

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 05

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I highly endorse this lawyer. Intelligent and compassionate with superior communication skills."

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D. Michael Phillips

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 20

Relationship: Worked together on matter

"I have had the pleasure of working with Ms. Fleming on several DUI matters. She consistently has shown why she is considered one of the best DUI defense attorneys in the area. I would not hesitate to refer a matter to her as she truly cares about her clients and obtaining the best results possible for them."

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Albert Smith

Criminal defense lawyer | Apr 25

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer, Leigh fights for her clients in and out of the courtroom."

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Peter Marek

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jul 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse Ms. Fleming. She is well respected, knows the law and gets results. If you are in or around the city and need a DUI attorney call her for a consultation. Read her reviews!"

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Sean Cleary

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 10

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. An extremely talented and well respected attorney in the legal community."

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Vijay Dinakar

Unknown lawyer | Dec 04

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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David Haghighi

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Ms. Fleming is an excellent attorney. She fights very hard for her clients and delivers results. I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone who needs her services."

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Ben Mironer

DUI and DWI lawyer | Nov 11

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Leigh is an excellent DUI attorney, and she truly fights for her clients. She has a great deal of experience in the field of DUI, and she is known to get amazing results. She is a strong advocate in court, and also an excellent communicator with her clients."

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M. Miller

Criminal defense lawyer | Jul 17

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Mark Malachowski

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 18

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. I met Leigh at a Eddie Kuwatch DUI seminar and was impressed by her knowledge of the law and her dedication to her clients."

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Thomas Nash

DUI and DWI lawyer | Jun 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer."

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Carmelina Marin

Criminal defense lawyer | Jun 02

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Gary Labin

Criminal defense lawyer | May 23

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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James Garrett

DUI and DWI lawyer | May 13

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Her insightful contributions to Avvo show her thorough knowledge of DUI law."

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Bryce Fetter

Criminal defense lawyer | Feb 20

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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John Campanella

Criminal defense lawyer | Jan 10

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"I endorse this lawyer."

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Michael Meehan

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 29

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Leigh is an excellent attorney. I have worked with her on many cases. She is always well prepared and professional in Court. I recommend her without reservation for anyone who needs an attorney in the San Francisco Area."

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Lisa Mattern

Criminal defense lawyer | Dec 04

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"I endorse this lawyer. Leigh is an excellent attorney. She is hard-working and dedicated to making sure her clients get the best possible results."

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Experience

Rating:  9.5 (Superb)

Honors

2019

Building Trial Skills: Certificate of Completion, National Institute for Trial Advocacy

2019

Voir Dire: Course Completion, Trial Lawyers College

2019

Direct Examination: Course Completion, Trial Lawyers College

2018

Forensic Science and the Law: Certificate of Completion, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2018

New Statutes Seminar: Certificate of Completion, California Public Defenders Association

2018

Certificate of Completion: Beyond the Bench, Judicial Council of California

2017

New Statutes Seminar: Certificate of Completion, California Public Defenders Association

2017

Certificate of Completion: Annual DUI Seminar, California Public Defenders Association

2017

Certificate of Compliance: Dependency 101, AdvoKids

2015

Certificate of Completion: Annual All Day DUI Seminar, California DUI Lawyers Association

2015

Certificate of Completion: 46th Annual Convention Training, California Public Defenders Association

2014

Certificate of Completion: Homicide Seminar, California Public Defenders Association

2010

Misdemeanor Criminal Conflicts Panel Appointment, Bar Association of San Francisco

2010

Certificate of Completion: Annual DUI Seminar, California DUI Lawyers Association

2009

Certificate of Completion: Annual DUI Seminar, California DUI Lawyers Association

2009

Certificate of Completion: Ultimate DUI Defense, National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

2009

Certificate of Completion: 40th Annual Convention Training, California Public Defenders Association

2008

Certificate of Completion: Annual DUI Defense Practice Seminar, California Public Defenders Association

2008

Certificate of Completion: 3rd Annual Trial Skills Seminar, State Bar of California

2008

Certificate of Completion: Annual DUI Seminar, California DUI Lawyers Association

2007

Cerificate of Completion: Courtroom Evidence Seminar, California Public Defenders Association

2007

Certificate of Completion: Jury Insight Project, California DUI Lawyers Association

2007

Certificate of Completion: Standardized Field Sobriety Testing, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

2006

Certificate of Completion: Defending Sex Crimes, California Public Defenders Association

2006

Certificate of Completion: Defending the Domestic Violence Case, California Public Defenders Association

2006

Certificate of Completion: Rules of the Road IX, California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

2006

Certificate of Completion: Strategies in Handling DUI cases, Lorman Education Services

2006

Certificate of Completion, Alco-Sensor IV Instruction Course

2004

Witkin Award, Appellate Advocacy, Golden Gate University

2004

CALI Award, Appellate Advocacy, Golden Gate University

Work Experience

2019 - Present

Amador County Conflicts Public Defender, Ciummo & Associates

2017 - Present

Calaveras County Public Defender, Ciummo & Associates

2013 - Present

Of Counsel, The Kavinoky Law Firm

2009 - Present

Attorney, Law Office of Leigh G. Fleming

2010 - 2010

Criminal Conflicts Panel Attorney, San Francisco Bar Association

2006 - 2009

Attorney, The Kavinoky Law Firm

2005 - 2006

Associate, Law Office of Death Penalty Appellate Attorney

2003 - 2004

Clinic Student, Northern California Innocence Project

Associations

2018 - Present

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

2018 - Present

California Attorneys for Criminal Justice

Member

2018 - Present

National Association of Criminal Defense Lawyers

Member

2015 - Present

California Public Defenders Association

Member

2010 - 2010

Contra Costa County Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2010

San Mateo County Bar Association

Member

2010 - 2010

San Francisco Bar Association

Member

2006 - 2010

California DUI Lawyers Association

Member

Sample of Legal Cases

Santa Clara County: .11% BAC 1st Offense DUI

DUI charges dismissed. Charges reduced to a wet reckless.

San Mateo County, .10% BAC 1st Offense DUI

Hung Jury

San Joaquin County, .13% BAC 2nd Offense DUI

Not Guilty

San Mateo County, .09% BAC 1st Offense DUI

DUI dismissed. Case reduced to reckless driving.

Santa Clara County, .08% BAC 1st Offense DUI

DUI dismissed. Case reduced to a dry reckless.

Santa Clara County, Domestic Violence (DV)

DV charges dismissed. Case reduced to disturbing the peace.

Alameda County, Sexual Assault

Sexual assault charges dismissed, no sex offender registration

Santa Cruz County, .09% BAC 1st Offense DUI

Case reduced to a "dry reckless," a non-alcohol related charge with a year probation and no jail.

Santa Clara County, Assault with a Deadly Weapon

Felony charges reduced, jail stayed.

Calaveras County: Assault with a Deadly Weapon, a Firearm

Dismissed - all charges

Calaveras County: Second Degree Murder

Murder charges dismissed - Resolved to Voluntary Manslaughter

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Education

2004

Golden Gate University SOL

JD - Juris Doctor

1997

University of Pittsburgh

BS - Bachelor of Science

1991

University of Pittsburgh

BA - Bachelor of Arts

Speaking Engagements

2007

Kavinoky Law Firm

Bias and the Death Penalty

2007

Driver Safety Awareness Program

Public Service Presentation: Expungements

Languages

English

Activity

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