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5.0 /5.0
124 Client Reviews
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State: Idaho
Acquired: 1996
No misconduct found
State: New Mexico
Acquired: 1993
No misconduct found
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Posted by Thomas | November 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Making the absolute best of a hard situation
Shelly Akamatsu’s became a literal light in a dark place with my divorce. There is something priceless in having someone stick up for you in ways you didn’t even know they could. There was never a doubt that I chose the right lawyer to take care of my divorce. I would an recommend Shelly to anyone ne...
Posted by anonymous | October 27, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent
Shelley Akamatsu is excellent. She was responsive, knowledgeable, and great to work with during my divorce. I highly recommend her.
Posted by anonymous | October 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Best decision I could’ve made
I’m so grateful to have had Shelley as my lawyer. She was the tough lawyer I hoped she would be and always available to me through every step of the way. She took the time to explain anything that I didn’t understand. I could not imagine what Would have happened if I didn’t have her fighting for me ...
Posted by Amanda | September 21, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Shelley Akamatsu is top of the line
Shelley is amazing! Very caring and was able to help put me ease when I needed it. She is also straight forward and gets the job done. She was able to get the best possible outcome for my case and coached me every step of the way. Would not have been able to this without her guidance. Always availabl...
Posted by Teresa | August 20, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
So Grateful
By the time my divorce case got to SHELLEY’s doorstep I was already off my rocker! The few brain cells I had left to rub together must’ve been very difficult for her to rangle, but she did, and she made it look easy. SHELLEY is calm and patient in the middle of the storm, and for so many of us ...
"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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