Reel Fathers Rights (RFR) is proud to announce that Founder and CEO Mark Reel Jr., along with Senior Trial Attorneys Sahar Scioneaux and Priyanka Bhattacharya, have been named to the 2026 California Rising Stars list by Super Lawyers®.
This prestigious honor is reserved for the top 2.5% of attorneys in California. Unlike many legal accolades, the Rising Stars selection process is rigorously vetted, requiring candidates to be either 40 years old or younger, or in practice for 10 years or less.
A Commitment to Excellence
The selection of three RFR attorneys highlights the firm’s commitment to providing high-caliber advocacy in Family Law. Super Lawyers uses a patented multiphase selection process—including statewide surveys, independent research, and peer evaluations—to identify attorneys who have attained a high degree of professional achievement and peer recognition.
“To have three of our lead advocates recognized simultaneously is a testament to the standard of excellence we strive for every day,” said Mark Reel Jr. “This honor reflects our firm’s dedication to protecting the rights of fathers and navigating the complexities of the California family court system with precision and passion.”
Meet the Honorees
Mark Reel Jr. (Founder & CEO): Mark is the driving force behind Reel Fathers Rights APC and a prominent national voice in the Fathers’ Rights Movement. Licensed in California and operating out of the Corona office, Mark’s practice is fueled by his own personal journey through the family court system—a perspective that provides him with unique empathy and a “battle-tested” approach to Divorce, Child Custody, and Domestic Violence cases. He is the author of the bestselling book, “The Fathers Rights Playbook,” and host of the popular podcast of the same name.
Sahar Scioneaux (Senior Trial Attorney): Based in Orange County, Sahar focuses her practice on high-conflict family law and complex asset protection. She is highly regarded for her expertise in business valuations and intricate financial litigation. An active leader in the Orange County legal community, Sahar Formly served on the board of the Young Lawyers Division and brought a sophisticated, multilingual approach to representing fathers in high-stakes disputes.
Dr. Priyanka Bhattacharya (Senior Trial Attorney): Dr. Bhattacharya is a dual-licensed attorney (California and India) with an elite academic background, holding a Doctor of Juridical Science (JSD) and an LLM from UC Berkeley. Having represented fathers in hundreds of hearings across Southern California, she is known for her sophisticated legal analysis and her unwavering commitment to securing equitable outcomes for men in Divorce and Child Custody matters.
About Super Lawyers
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About Reel Fathers Rights
Reel Fathers Rights APC is a premier California family law firm dedicated to representing fathers in divorce, child custody, and support matters. With offices across Southern California, RFR provides aggressive, compassionate, and results-oriented legal counsel designed to level the playing field for fathers in the family court system.
