Atty. Steven D Wheeless
Mr. Steven D Wheeless is a lawyer practicing employment and labor law, employment advice & litigation, labor and employment and 2 other areas of law.
Employment Advice & Litigation & More Attorney · Serving Phoenix, AZ · 31+ Years Experience
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About Steven D Wheeless at a Glance
Steven D Wheeless is a Partner based in Phoenix, Arizona, practicing at Steptoe LLP. They have 31+ years of legal experience, licensed to practice since 1995. Their practice focuses on employment and litigation. Admitted to practice in Arizona U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit (1995) and District of Columbia (2019). Educated at The George Washington University National Law Center (J.D., 1994) and Golden Gate University (M.S. Information, 1986). Recognitions include AV Preeminent. Active member of State Bar of Arizona. Provides legal services in Danish Russian. Serves clients in Phoenix, AZ and the surrounding metropolitan area.
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About Steven D Wheeless
- Mr. Steven D Wheeless is a lawyer practicing employment and labor law, employment advice & litigation, labor and employment and 2 other areas of law
- Steven received a M.S. degree from Golden Gate University in 1986, and has been licensed for 31 years
- Steven practices at Steptoe LLP in Phoenix, AZ
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Steven D Wheeless's Areas of Legal Practice
Each practice area below reflects the types of cases Steven D Wheeless handles, with a practical overview of what that area of law involves and how it may apply to your situation in Phoenix.
Employment Law in Phoenix
Employment lawyers represent workers in wrongful termination, discrimination, harassment, wage & hour disputes, and severance negotiations.
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Civil Litigation in Phoenix
Civil litigation attorneys for breach of contract, business disputes, civil rights, and class action lawsuits.
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Jurisdictional Context
Why Local Counsel Matters in Phoenix
Practicing law in Arizona. Legal matters in Arizona are governed by state-specific rules of civil and criminal procedure, statutes of limitations, and substantive law. Cases originating in Phoenix are typically filed in the local municipal court or the appropriate Arizona state district court, depending on subject matter and amount in controversy. An attorney licensed in Arizona 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 Arizona courts without local counsel or pro hac vice admission.
Phoenix Courts and Legal Process
Choosing a Phoenix-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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Professional Profile
Why Clients in Phoenix Choose Steven D Wheeless
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 Steven D Wheeless's practice in the field of employment and litigation.
Decade-Tested Legal Experience
Steven D Wheeless brings 31+ years of hands-on legal practice — enough to have navigated the recurring fact patterns, procedural traps, and negotiation dynamics that shape case outcomes.
Multi-State Bar Admission
Licensed in Arizona U.S. Court of Appeals, District of Columbia U.S. Court of Appeals, Ninth Circuit and District of Columbia, Steven D Wheeless can represent clients in cases that span state lines or require counsel in multiple jurisdictions.
Broad Practice Area Coverage
Covering employment and litigation, Steven D Wheeless can address the full spectrum of a client's legal needs without requiring referrals to separate specialists for each issue.
Local Presence in Phoenix
A Phoenix-based practice means Steven D Wheeless 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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Common Legal Issues Steven D Wheeless Handles in Phoenix
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