Santa Clara County, California — November 12, 2026 — Attorney Todd Masuda of Wade Litigation successfully represented a mother in a contested child custody dispute, securing a favorable court ruling that allows her four-year-old child to attend school in San Jose, California, as she requested.
Following a contested trial on August 28, 2026, before Judge Garcia Sen in the Superior Court of California, County of Santa Clara, the court issued its decision on September 14, 2026, determining that the mother’s proposed school placement was in the child’s best interests.
The dispute arose from disagreements between the parents over where their child should attend school. The mother sought enrollment in San Jose, where she worked, while the father advocated for enrollment in Bonny Doon, where he resided. With both parents presenting competing positions, the court was tasked with determining which school placement would best serve the child’s needs and interests.
During trial, Masuda presented testimony from his client and a supporting witness, while conducting a detailed cross-examination of the father. His questioning addressed inconsistencies in the father’s court filings, prior conduct, and admissions concerning his personal preferences. Masuda also introduced evidence establishing that the father’s other children had previously attended the San Jose school, further supporting the mother’s requested placement.
After considering the testimony and evidence, the court took the matter under submission. On September 14, 2026, the court ruled in favor of Masuda’s client, finding that enrollment at the mother’s requested school in San Jose was in the child’s best interests and denying the father’s competing request for enrollment in Bonny Doon.
The ruling represents a meaningful victory for the client and underscores the importance of effective trial advocacy, careful preparation, and persuasive presentation of evidence in contested family law proceedings.
Through his representation, Masuda successfully advocated for his client’s position on an important decision affecting her child’s education. The outcome reflects Wade Litigation’s commitment to protecting its clients’ interests and providing strategic, results-oriented representation in complex and emotionally challenging family law matters.
When asked how he felt about the outcome, Masuda stated “We’re very pleased with the outcome.”
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