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State: Idaho
Acquired: 1996
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State: New Mexico
Acquired: 1993
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Posted by Frederic | January 21, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
A Calm Voice in a Stormy Sea
During a stressful time managing a difficult situation with the possibility of a change in custody, Ms. Akamatsu was a positively significant and balancing force. Not only was she referred by one of the best criminal defense attorneys in the state, she proved her considerable mettle by helping me nav...
Posted by Ben | January 16, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Shelley is amazing!
Shelley was absolutely amazing with my case. Shelley is incredibly smart and hardworking. I felt like I was in excellent hands from the get go. She recommended me taking a bridging of two homes counseling with my co parent that ultimately helped with my case settling. Shelley actually cares and is a ...
Posted by Kylie | January 12, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Couldn't have done it without Shelley
Shelley did a wonderful job getting me through the process of my divorce and custody case. She was key to negotiating/dealing with my high conflict ex and made an extremely stressful process easier to handle. She was very efficient, highly experienced, knowledgeable, and so responsive that she made...
Posted by Michele Merritt | January 06, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
If it werent for Shelley at this most difficult time in my life, i don't know if I would of made it through
My divorce was and still is the most difficult thing I have ever went through. I did not know where to start to navigate through this emotional rollercoaster. Shelley made it so easy for me. She reviewed my options, explained things in a manner I could understand and most importantly she wanted what ...
Posted by Shauna | November 17, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
The sweetest!!
Shelley is awesome and soo calming. I tell her how I feel and she listened to what I want and the pros and cons of each decision. I was able to get to an understanding and the situation resolved!!
"Shelley is an exceptional trial attorney who is always on top of things."
"I've watched Shelley in her practice for 23 years and she constantly shows that her dedication to research and preparation are second to none. Her confidence, experience, and ability to advocate for her clients makes her one of the top attorneys in her field. She knows how to get the job done and works diligently to ensure the best outcomes for her clients."
Family lawyer
2020
Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell
2019 - Present
Attorney, Akamatsu Law PLLC
1996 - 2019
Senior Deputy Prosecuting Attorney, Ada County Prosecutors Office
1993 - 1996
Assistant District Attorney, First Judicial District District Attorney's Office New Mexico
2024 - Present
Idaho Mediation AssociationMember
2019 - Present
Idaho Bar Association Family Law SectionMember
2019 - Present
Idaho Bar Association Taxation, Probate & TrustMember
2018 - Present
Idaho State Bar, Professional Conduct Board CommitteeChairwoman
2012 - Present
Idaho Women LawyersMember
1996 - 2019
Idaho Prosecuting Attorneys AssociationMember
1993
JD - Juris Doctor
2018
2017
Pretrial Motion Practice
2017
Testifying and Surviving Cross Examination
2016
Post-Conviction Relief
2015
Evidence
2015
Evidence
2015
Jury Selection
2010
Effective Direct and Cross Examination Testimony of Expert Witness
2009
Prosecutorial Ethics
2009
Effective Testimony on Direct and Cross Examination
2009
Presenting Expert Testimony
2008
Jury Selection and Presenting Expert Testimony in Online Exploitation of Children
2007
Idaho Sex Offenses
2005
Prosecution of Child Sexual Abuse in Idaho
2011
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