Steven Wayne Welty

As a senior associate, Steven Welty focuses his legal practice on labor and employment law, with unique skills in disability retirement litigation and fitness for duty cases. He serves as lead counsel for numerous law enforcement associations, such as the Sacramento and Alameda County Deputy Sheriffs’ Associations. Known for his adept handling of peace officer discipline matters, Steven represents public safety clients in administrative investigations and appeals linked to prominent legal defense funds, including PORAC Legal Defense Fund. His litigation portfolio includes cases tried in California's superior courts, multiple district Courts of Appeal, and federal courts like the Ninth Circuit. With proficiency in navigating administrative hearings before bodies like the California State Personnel Board, Steven’s breadth of experience is notable. Steven was Yuba City’s Police Officer of the Year in 1990 and led as President of the Yuba Police Officers Association from 1991 to 1992, exemplifying his leadership and dedication to the public safety sector.