Serine Tsuda

Serine Tsuda, who is board-certified in family law by The State Bar of California Board of Legal Specialization, is a distinguished attorney at Salisbury, Lee & Tsuda, LLP, in Pasadena, California. Since 2012, she has focused exclusively on family law, including divorce, custody, child support, spousal support, mediation, domestic violence and other related areas. 

Ms. Tsuda emphasizes the importance of tailoring each client's case to be highly customized and solution-focused, ensuring alignment with the client's individual needs, goals and financial circumstances. She represents a diverse clientele, ranging from those who resolve matters outside the courtroom to those who prefer active litigation. 

In courtroom settings, Ms. Tsuda is recognized for her thorough preparation, eloquence and effectiveness. Regardless of whom she represents, she is dedicated to upholding honesty and integrity in her advocacy, which sometimes necessitates delivering unwelcome truths to clients. 

Ms. Tsuda graduated magna cum laude with her undergraduate degree from the University of Pennsylvania and obtained her Juris Doctor from the University of Southern California Gould School of Law. She is fluent in Japanese, and her upbringing in Tokyo and Hawaii provides her with a unique international perspective beneficial for handling international family law cases involving complex custody and financial matters. She has handled Hague child abduction cases. 

Beyond her private practice, Ms. Tsuda contributes to the Harriett Buhai Center for Family Law by serving on its board of directors. She currently holds the position of president of the board of directors. Her dedication to pro bono work was recognized in 2015 when she received the Pro Bono Volunteer of the Year award. Additionally, she contributes as a court-appointed settlement officer with the Los Angeles Superior Court.