Published September 2026 | Firm News
We are thrilled to announce that both of our attorneys, Steven McLellan and Claire Melehani, have been selected to the 2026 Northern California Rising Stars list.
What the Rising Stars Selection Means
Rising Stars is a designation of Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters rating service that evaluates lawyers through independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. To be eligible, an attorney must be 40 years old or younger, or in practice for 10 years or less. The selection is not something a lawyer can purchase or apply for on their own behalf: candidates are identified through the rating service’s research process and evaluated against others in their region and practice area.
For a two-attorney firm to have both of its lawyers selected in the same year is something we are especially proud of.
Thank You to Our Clients
Recognition like this reflects the trust our clients place in us, often during some of the most difficult moments of their working lives. To every client who has worked with us: thank you. We take that trust seriously, and honors like this one belong to you as much as to us.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the Rising Stars list?
Rising Stars is an annual attorney rating published by Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters service. No more than 2.5 percent of eligible lawyers in each state receive the designation in a given year.
How are attorneys selected?
Super Lawyers uses a multi-step process that includes independent research, peer nominations, and peer evaluations. Attorneys cannot buy their way onto the list, and self-nomination alone does not result in selection.
Does an award like this affect the outcome of my case?
No. Professional recognitions reflect peer and industry evaluation of an attorney’s work; they do not predict or guarantee the result of any particular matter. Every case turns on its own facts and law.
Work With Us
McLellan Law Group, LLP represents employees, businesses, executives, and families throughout Saratoga, San Jose, Santa Clara County, the greater Bay Area, and all of California. We offer one complimentary initial consultation at (650) 383-1266.
Questions about an employment or business dispute? Contact McLellan Law Group, LLP at mclellanlawgroup.com.
Attorney advertisement by McLellan Law Group, LLP. This is general information only and not legal advice. Prior results do not guarantee a similar outcome. Reading this article or contacting the firm does not create an attorney-client relationship. Rising Stars is a designation of Super Lawyers, a Thomson Reuters rating service; no aspect of this announcement predicts or guarantees the outcome of any legal matter. Responsible attorney: Claire Melehani, Esq. 20665 4th Street, Ste. 202, Saratoga, CA 95070.
