Rory Fleming

Founding Attorney/Owner

Attorney Rory Fleming is a dedicated advocate for justice and a highly respected expert in immigration law. As the founder and principal attorney of Fleming Law, PLLC., he has built his firm on principles of compassion, affordability, and relentless advocacy for vulnerable communities. His work has been instrumental in guiding asylum seekers and immigrant families through the complexities of U.S. immigration courts, particularly those from Brazil and various African nations.

With a legal career spanning over a decade, Mr. Fleming has been a pioneer in multiple justice movements—from leading efforts for prosecutor accountability during the Black Lives Matter movement to defending immigrants facing deportation during the second Trump presidency. His legal expertise is widely recognized, having been cited in mainstream books, academic papers, and prominent media outlets such as The New York Times and The Washington Post.

Prior to establishing his firm, Mr. Fleming honed his litigation and advocacy skills as an immigration attorney. His career also includes influential roles in criminal justice reform and legal journalism, having served as a content creation consultant and media relations associate for the Law Enforcement Action Partnership, a communications specialist for the National Network for Safe Communities, and a columnist for FILTER. Additionally, as the founder of Foglight Strategies, he leveraged his entrepreneurial experience to launch Fleming Law, PLLC., which he now seeks to expand nationwide.

His legal foundation was built through prestigious fellowships, including time with the South Carolina Environmental Law Project and the North Carolina Coastal Resources Law, Planning and Policy Center. He also contributed to poverty law research at the University of North Carolina Center on Poverty, Work and Opportunity.

Mr. Fleming holds a Juris Doctor from the University of North Carolina School of Law (2015) and a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and English from the University of South Carolina (2012), graduating with honors. He is licensed to practice law in Minnesota and is an active participant in legal advocacy, having served on the boards of the Minnesota Freedom Fund and the ACLU of North Carolina.

Beyond his legal work, Mr. Fleming is a passionate musician, playing the guitar, bass, and keyboard. Looking to the future, he aims to expand Fleming Law, PLLC., into one of the most influential immigration law firms in the country, ensuring that more individuals have access to the justice and protection they deserve.