Perspectiva General

Mattheus Stephens has more than 30 years of trial and litigation experience. He focuses his practice on helping clients navigate the lifecycle of employment litigation with a focus on defending against claims of discrimination, particularly those relating to gender and disability. He also counsels clients on wage and hour matters, conducts workplace investigations, and provides trainings on preventing discrimination and harassment, including gender and LGBTQ+ training.

Mattheus is a frequent speaker on employment and diversity related topics. He also has served as an adjunct professor and California Western School of Law.

Afiliaciones Profesionales y Comunitarias

Member

California State Bar Board of Trustees

Member

San Diego County Bar Association

Member

American Bar Association

Member

Planned Parenthood of the Pacific Southwest Board of Directors

Former President

City of San Diego Civil Service Commission

2011-2018

Reconocimiento

AV Rated

Martindale-Hubbell

Speaking Engagements

Transgender Rights in the Workplace

Miss International Queen Pageant

December 9, 2024

Civility: Be Nice. It’s the Law: Civility in the Legal Profession

San Diego County Bar Association

December 4, 2024

California Racial Justice Act Lecture

National Association of Women Judges

June 2024

The Importance of Authenticity and Personal Alignment

Littler Executive Employer Conference, Phoenix, AZ

May 2024

Educación

  • J.D., Rutgers School of Law, Camden, 1990
  • B.A., College of New Rochelle

Admisión de la barra

California

Cortes

  • U.S. Court of Appeals, 9th Circuit
  • U.S. District Court, Central District of California
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of California
  • U.S. District Court, Southern District of Texas