Posted by Toni | May 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation

Shelley was the best Divorce attorney

Shelley worked for us during our sons divorce He is in the Navy and had to be in California we were in Texas we talked to her on phone and emails and she got us all thru it step by step. I would highly recommend her for any type of legal action

Posted by Briana | May 12, 2020 | Hired Attorney

If you need a lawyer, Shelley is hands down the best!

Shelley has helped me every step of the way. She has gone above and beyond for me as a client. She is always there when needed, very understanding and personable. She is very knowledgeable and efficient. I feel like I can trust her and that's huge for me!

Posted by Jimmy | May 01, 2020

Genuine, kind and active listener with sound advice

It was a pleasure speaking with Shelley. She is an active listener and provided what I felt were realistic, honest and genuine answers. Shelley seemed way more concerned about making sure our professional relationship would be a good fit with each other than just telling me what I wanted to hear to... get hired/retained. She was also very upfront about setting realistic expectations given the very unique circumstances of my case. Based on her experience as an attorney and her listening skills, she was able to ask pertinent questions that helped me stay on track and make the best use of our time. Based on my experience with Shelley, it's definitely worth your time to give her a call. You'll be glad you did.

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Posted by Devan | April 03, 2020

Knowledgeable, friendly and in your corner!

Shelley is a very knowledgeable attorney with great understanding of the law. She is friendly and polite and can help guide you throughout the process. If she can't handle your case, she will recommend someone of high-caliber who can. I wish to sincerely thank you for all your help.

Posted by anonymous | March 11, 2020 | Divorce & Separation

Powerhouse

My divorce was nearing trial and I was, unfortunately due to circumstances, pro-se. I foolishly believed I could handle exchanging of paperwork and determining a custody agreement. Foolishly. It seemed as if every question I was able to get answered by the petitioners side lead to a rapid fir...e of more questions. I was in WAY over my head. I called some family friends to get a recommendation for legal advice. Our family attorney Jon Cox referred me to “one of the best attorneys he knows”(quoting), Shelley Akamatsu. I called her as soon as I got the recommendation, six days before my pending trial. I could barely formulate a sentence. Immediately I sensed a deep sense of empathy and compassion from Ms. Akamatsu. “Just breathe” she said with the soothing voice of a mother or trusted friend. She was able to see me within 24 hours. I was just as frazzled entering her office, so dazed I walked right past her office, twice. Shelley kept me focused and was able to reel me back in when I began to panic. She gave invaluable legal advice as I was too late to retain her. I have since discovered she has represented another friend. She too had only rave reviews. My biggest regret in my divorce was not marrying the wrong man, it was not getting Shelley Akamatsu on retainer immediately. Professional, hardworking, moral, classy, strong, and a solid advocate for justice. She is a superhero in her own right. Highly recommend. She will be my go to for any legal questions, and on retainer, and should she not be able to solve any issues that may arise in the future I have faith she will get me in the proper hands.

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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