California Employment & Civil Litigation Attorneys for Businesses, Executives, and Families
McLellan Law Group, LLP is a California civil litigation firm representing businesses, entrepreneurs, executives, and high-net-worth individuals across the Bay Area and throughout California. We handle employment disputes, business litigation, real estate conflicts, contract claims, trust and probate matters, and appeals — delivering strategic, results-driven representation at every stage of the legal process.
Services
Comprehensive Legal Services
McLellan Law Group, LLP provides tailored legal representation for California companies, business owners, executives, and high-net-worth families. Whether you are facing an employment lawsuit, a business dispute, a real estate conflict, or a trust matter, our attorneys deliver efficient, results-oriented strategies — and the candid advice you need to make smart decisions.
LItigation
Strategic representation and candid advice to defend your interests and guide you to the best possible outcome.
Alternative Dispute Resolution
Zealous advocacy in mediations and
pre-litigation negotiations. Our attorneys also offer their services as efficient mediators.
Asset Protection
Personalized legal strategies to safeguard your hard-earned assets - and minimize risks.
Our Practice Areas
McLellan Law Group, LLP handles a comprehensive range of civil litigation matters for California businesses, executives, and families. From employment defense and business disputes to real estate conflicts and trust litigation, our attorneys bring proven trial and appellate experience to every case we take — in Santa Clara County, the Bay Area, and throughout California.
your team
Attorneys
Steven McLellan
Partner
Litigation attorney Steven McLellan has the knowledge and experience to help you get a favorable result when you need to file a lawsuit or have one filed against you. He brings a tenacity when representing his clients and their interests.
650-383-1266
steven@mclellanlawgroup.com
Claire Melehani
Partner
2026 President of the Santa Clara County Bar Association
Claire is a skilled trial attorney; for the last five years, Claire was named a Super Lawyer’s Rising Star, an award conferred upon the top 2.5% of rising attorneys in California, and was named one of the Top Women Attorneys in Northern California. In 2023, she was named one of the Top 40 Young Lawyers by the American Bar Association.
650-383-1266
ELIZABETH HANDTKE
Attorney
Elizabeth Handtke is an attorney and a rising legal professional. She acquired her Juris Doctor degree at Santa Clara University School of Law. She formerly served as a Notes Editor for Santa Clara Law Review. Elizabeth also gained experience in estate planning and criminal law while completing other internships and clerkships.
Client Testimonials
Hear from Those We've Represented
I recommend Attorney Claire Melehani, whose efforts were immediate, determined, analytical, well considered, and constant. Throughout her personal and team efforts, Claire worked hard to build a strong, strategic, and effective case to ensure a positive resolution to an unfolding disruptive and stressful situation. Much appreciation and gratitude.
- Anonymous
We worked with Claire and Steven on a living trust issue that we had, and were very impressed with their professionalism and patience in handling everything. Claire was highly recommended from another firm we had reached out to, and we certainly understand why. The situation we were dealing with was complicated, but both Claire and Steven were quick to get all the facts and wonderful in helping us get a clear game plan figured out. It is reassuring to know that we can always reach out to them for additional help if needed.
- Wendy
Steven’s legal expertise and sophistication were tremendous in resolving key issues in my case. Most important of all, Steven’s ability to bring my case to settlement with eloquent presentation while keeping my focus on the bigger picture was most impressive to me. If ever needed, I would hire Steven for his services in a heartbeat.
- Benjamin
Claire and Steven are not only incredibly knowledgeable but very supportive. They won't simply recommend a course of action that will cost the most money, but actually consider the issues and advise you on what's best for YOU. I feel very fortunate I was able to work with them for a difficult issue!
- Jordan
Claire was nothing short of incredible with how she represented me and my interests. She was always available, super prompt, organized, tactful, and strategic throughout the entire process. Claire was also very empathetic and practical which was super important at various times throughout my case and trial. Ultimately, Claire won me a large settlement and won my case. I would highly and confidently recommend Ms. Melehani to anyone and I would absolutely hire her again!
- Pete
Excellent Attorney, Amazing Human Being. I had the pleasure of being represented by Mrs. Melehani during a very dark and extremely litigious phase of my custody case. I've been dealing with a 6-year custody battle for my daughter, had a two-week trial, experts, custody evaluations....you name it. Claire went above and beyond to ensure no detail was missed in my very laborious and exhaustive case. Further, her candor was always professional and extremely empathetic which went a long way to making me feel I was in good hands.
- Raffaello