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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
Showing 11 - 15 of 19 reviews | Compassion
Posted by Jessica | March 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
The support I needed
Shelley has been spectacular. She took me on mid-way through my divorce case when my previous attorney changed jobs. She applied for supports I needed through the courts and gave me the knowledge and encouragement I needed to successfully make it through mediation with a good outcome. She also hel...
Posted by ANGELA | January 14, 2022 | Hired Attorney | Guardianship
Hands down ABSOLUTE BEST!!!!!!
When I was searching for an attorney, I had the most complicated guardianship /custody case imaginable. My son was in another state, I had multiple parties involved, it was a train wreck. I had met with other attorneys and I just did not have a good feeling at all. After my first talk with Shelley,...
Posted by Kari | September 11, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
THE Best attorney!
If you’re looking for an experienced, thorough, detail-oriented, compassionate and professional divorce attorney who will advocate for you and get the job done, look no further than Shelley Akamatsu. Even though my divorce was a simple property divorce and did not involve any complex issues, it did i...
Posted by anonymous | July 02, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Lawsuits & Disputes
Shelley goes above and beyond!!
I hired Shelley after I wrongfully had a protection order filed against me. Shelley came highly recommended by 2 friends of mine and I will continue to pass the word along. She took me on as a client and went to bat for me. She was through and prepped me in case I had to speak in court. She even text...
Posted by Mike | June 23, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Made my divorce easy and was great support
I had a pretty complex situation in my divorce especially during COVID. Being a kind husband I was afraid my situation would not be taken seriously in court or settlement. Shelley fought by my side the whole time and was tough when I couldn't be. My case took some tough turns that were beyond our ...
"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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