Atty. Rick Fleming
Rick Fleming joined the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin in 2002. He became a Partner in 2008 and currently leads the firm’s Social Security Disability Department .
Appellate Practice Attorney · Serving Raleigh, NC
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About Rick Fleming at a Glance
Rick Fleming is a appellate attorney based in Raleigh, North Carolina, practicing at Law Offices of James Scott Farrin. Admitted to practice in North Carolina, North Carolina Bar Association. Educated at North Carolina Central University (J.D., 2001) and The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill (M.A., 1995). Recognitions include Best Lawyers in America — Appellate Practice (2026). Serves clients in Raleigh, NC and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Rick Fleming
- Rick Fleming joined the Law Offices of James Scott Farrin in 2002
- He became a Partner in 2008 and currently leads the firm’s Social Security Disability Department
- Based in Raleigh, North Carolina, Rick is admitted to practice before the Supreme Court of the United States, the U.S
- Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, and the U.S
- District Courts for the Eastern and Middle Districts of North Carolina
- His practice includes Social Security Disability law and Appellate Practice
- Rick’s professional path reflects a broad academic and cultural background
- He attended a small college in Michigan with a focus on experiential learning and international education
- As a Hispanic Literature and Philosophy major, he participated in international programs, including student teaching at the Colegio Americano de Guatemala in Guatemala City and coursework at the Universidad San Francisco de Quito in Quito, Ecuador
- After graduation, Rick entered a Ph.D. program in Hispanic Literature at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
- He later transitioned into university administration, coordinating UNC’s study abroad program in Sevilla, Spain, and subsequently serving as Associate Director of UNC’s Study Abroad Program
- Through regular interaction with University Counsel on risk management and insurance matters, Rick developed an interest in the legal profession, which led him to pursue a law degree
- While working full time, Rick earned his Juris Doctor from North Carolina Central University School of Law
- After graduation, he joined a Social Security Disability law firm as an associate, where he began representing individuals facing life-altering disabilities and navigating the complex Social Security Disability system
- Rick has dedicated his legal career to advocating for disabled individuals, fellow attorneys, and adjudicators involved in Social Security Disability claims and appeals
- He holds board certification from the North Carolina State Bar in Social Security Disability law and has an extensive record of service with the National Organization of Social Security Claimants’ Representatives (NOSSCR)
- His work regularly involves appellate-level issues, including review of administrative decisions and appeals within the federal court system
- Fluent in Spanish, Rick values serving the diverse communities of North Carolina
- He has presented on legal topics at Hispanic community events and has shared legal information through local Spanish-language radio programs
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Rick Fleming's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Rick Fleming handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Raleigh.
Appellate Practice in Raleigh
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Why Local Counsel Matters in Raleigh
Practicing law in North Carolina. Legal matters in North Carolina are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Raleigh are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate North Carolina state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in North Carolina brings working knowledge of local procedural deadlines, judicial practices in this venue, and the substantive law that applies to cases brought here. Out-of-state attorneys generally cannot represent clients in North Carolina courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Raleigh Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Raleigh-based attorney means your counsel already knows the local docketing timelines, preferred filing formats, and how individual judges typically rule on procedural motions — details that only come from practicing in this jurisdiction day after day. That local familiarity can translate to better strategy, faster filings, and fewer costly surprises.
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Why Clients in Raleigh Choose Rick Fleming
Selecting an attorney is one of the most consequential decisions you can make when a legal matter arises. Below are the core qualities that distinguish Rick Fleming's practice in the field of appellate.
Focused Appellate Practice
Concentrating on appellate means Rick Fleming's knowledge of relevant statutes, case law, and procedural nuances stays current — unlike generalist practices that spread attention across unrelated fields.
Local Presence in Raleigh
A Raleigh-based practice means Rick Fleming attends hearings in the same courthouses, knows the local clerks, and understands the unwritten scheduling norms that affect every case filed here.
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