Overall Rating
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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 Gretchen | July 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Excellent
Shelley came very highly recommend to me from a friend. I needed a professional to help me through my divorce with retirement, child custody, and child support. Shelley was a complete delight to work with, she made me feel confident in my decision making. I truly felt she had my best interest at hea...
Posted by Yvette | July 08, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
I absolutely love and appreciate Shelley!
Shelley was recommended to me after i had met with multiple other attorneys, and right off the bat she made me feel completely at ease with my custody case. She was so informative and knowledgeable which made me even more comfortable. She honestly went above and beyond my expectations. She answered e...
Posted by Joy | June 22, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Family
So Passionate
Shelley was so passionate about the situation where I was with my daughter. I felt like she understood me and she wanted to make sure we clicked for effective representation. First lawyer I've ever had do that, and believe me, it helped. I never hesitated to tell her anything. The result was succes...
Posted by Elliott | June 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
Best experience ever!!!
Shelley was amazing during my whole custody process. While I was going through a hard time she made it so easy for me to focus on myself while she took care of the rest. She was honest and treated me fair and was very respectful. I would recommend her to anyone. She took me on as a client and you cou...
Posted by anonymous | June 11, 2020 | Hired Attorney
Getting a Divorce
Another Law Office recommend that I use Shelley W. Akamatsu and she ended up being amazing. She was on top of everything and always kept me in the loop about everything going on. She was friendly and knew exactly what she was doing. 11/10 recommend you use her!
"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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