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5.0 /5.0
123 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 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!
Posted by Penny | March 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Top-notch
Shelley took the victimization out of divorce and was real and personable. She was warm, thorough and played as a perfect advocate for me in which I will forever be grateful for. This was my first experience with divorce and I was very apprehensive and uneducated in everything. She set my mind at ea...
Posted by Shannon | March 11, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
She made a difficult situation as easy as possible
Shelley was able to guide me through the divorce process. I appreciated her guidance and wisdom on what was the best course of action for my unique situation.
Posted by Isabella | February 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Child Custody
She’s great!
Shelley has been very caring and helpful with all of our wants and needs for custody.
Posted by David | January 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Happy X husband
What can I say Miss Akamatsu was always there returned my calls answered any questions and in my opinion went above and beyond any lawyer I’ve had to deal with in the past not only do I can sitter her an outstanding divorce attorney, but someone I’d like to consider a friend even after my case was re...
"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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