Posted by anonymous | January 09, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Excellent Lawyer/Mediator! Highly recommend!

Shelley was very easy to work with on my divorce. She is very professional, thorough, and prompt in responding. She is very considerate of client's concerns and works well with both parties. She is well qualified and will take great care of you! Very highly recommend!!

Posted by John | January 08, 2025 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

As good as they come, stop looking, Shelley is the one.

There are a thousand adjectives to describe Shelley, but these are some of the most apt. Experienced. She was an Ada County Prosecutor for 26 years, she knows our local court system, prosecutors, attorneys, and judges inside and out because she has worked with them for decades, and trained many o...f them. Caring. I was referred to Shelley by a friend who worked with her, after my wife was arrested for felony domestic violence against me, in the presence of our young son. At the time Shelley was quite busy and unsure she could take my case, but after hearing my story of abuse, she made the time. Even though her only duty to me was to represent me in my divorce, she attended every one of my wife's criminal hearings, sitting by my side, supporting me. When I poured my heart out to the court during my wife's sentencing, Shelley was there. When I needed advice, Shelley was there. No non-sense. Shelley gets straight to the point. She will tell you what you need to do, and what you need to hear, even if you may not be ready to hear it. She will call a spade a spade, and she will call BS when she sees it. You can trust her to give you excellent advice at all times. One of the biggest mistakes you can make is not hiring Shelley, one of the second biggest is not taking her advice. An Incredible Value. Shelley's goal is to give you the best possible outcome for the lowest possible fees. She could easily charge twice what she does and be worth every penny. The Best. I had no idea how find a good attorney, and I am incredibly fortunate to have lucked into Shelley. While going through the process of my divorce I found myself talking to many people "in the system". They all confirmed what I suspected, Shelley is one of the best attorneys in the state of Idaho. Do yourself a favor, skip the big firms with all the advertising. You may get a good attorney, but more than likely you're going to get a junior associate, who charges more than Shelley, with far less experience, who is incentivized to drag out your case to pad their hours. Shelley is the real deal, you can't go wrong, and you won't regret hiring her.

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Posted by Elizabeth | August 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommend

I recently had the pleasure of working with Shelley, and I can confidently say that she is an exceptional lawyer. From our first meeting, she demonstrated extensive knowledge and experience, taking the time to thoroughly understand my situation while providing clear explanations of the legal processe...s involved. What truly stood out to me was her relatable and approachable demeanor; she made me feel comfortable discussing my concerns and was always willing to address any questions I had. Her kindness and empathy transformed what could have been a stressful experience into a manageable one. Additionally, Shelley's fairness in her approach was refreshing, as she provided realistic expectations and options, empowering me to make informed decisions without feeling rushed or pressured. Overall, I am incredibly grateful for the support and guidance she provided, and I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of legal assistance. Thank you, Shelley, for your exceptional service!

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Posted by Karlee | March 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody

Best lawyer I could have asked for!

I spoke to many lawyers, Shelley was the one that made me feel she was going to do her very best to help protect my daughter and get the best possible outcome for her. And we did! She really knows what she is doing. My situation was a bit unique with multiple states involved. I was also trying to rec...over from some trauma from the other party while going through this custody battle. Shelley cares and was a calming and reasonable voice to me many times throughout my anxiety in this case. She would take unplanned phone calls and stay on the phone with me until I felt better about what was happening in the case through our conversations. I was losing hope for a while and filled with fear but Shelley got us exactly what we were asking for without even having to go to trial. Now me and my family have so much peace in knowing things are okay and it is settled. I will forever be grateful for her!

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Posted by Kate | March 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Incredibly efficient!

Shelley was more than helpful during my divorce! I was so clueless and Shelley was incredibly efficient, knowledgeable, communicative, and understanding. Our divorce was quick and painless, and Shelley was so supportive through it all. I highly recommended Shelley to anyone!

Shelley W. Akamatsu

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Licensed in Idaho for 29 years

Licensed in New Mexico for 33 years

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Akamatsu Law PLLC