Shelley W. Akamatsu

Shelley W. Akamatsu

5.0
Rating: 10.0

Licensed for 33 years

Mediation Lawyer at Boise, ID
Practice Areas: Mediation, Uncontested Divorce

2404 W. Bank Drive #100, Boise, ID

About Shelley

Practice Areas

2

Practice Areas

Mediation 80%

Divorce, Child Custody, Child Support

5 years

80%

Fees and Rates

We have not found any cost information for this lawyer


Looking for an attorney? Avvo can help.

search module image

Search our directory

Quickly connect with top attorneys through our legal directory to get help with your legal issue.

chat module image

Avvo's live chat agents can help coordinate a consultation with a local attorney.

Chat with a live agent who can match you with the right attorney for your legal needs.

Chat with

Licenses

Licensed in Idaho for 29 years

State: Idaho

Acquired: 1996

Active

No misconduct found

Licensed in New Mexico for 33 years

State: New Mexico

Acquired: 1993

Withdrawn

No misconduct found

Location

Akamatsu Law PLLC

2404 W. Bank Drive #100, Boise, ID, 83705

Ad

Transform legal challenges into solutions.

Connect now to review your situation.

The Avvo Rating explained

display-bg

The Avvo Rating explained

Shelley W. Akamatsu's Reviews

Avvo Review Score

5.0 /5.0

123 Client Reviews

Showing 11 - 15 of 37 reviews | Recommendation

Posted by Elizabeth | August 08, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Highly recommend

I recently had the pleasure of working with Shelley, and I can confidently say that she is an exceptional lawyer. From our first meeting, she demonstrated extensive knowledge and experience, taking the time to thoroughly understand my situation while providing clear explanations of the legal processe...s involved. What truly stood out to me was her relatable and approachable demeanor; she made me feel comfortable discussing my concerns and was always willing to address any questions I had. Her kindness and empathy transformed what could have been a stressful experience into a manageable one. Additionally, Shelley's fairness in her approach was refreshing, as she provided realistic expectations and options, empowering me to make informed decisions without feeling rushed or pressured. Overall, I am incredibly grateful for the support and guidance she provided, and I would highly recommend her to anyone in need of legal assistance. Thank you, Shelley, for your exceptional service!

Posted by Karlee | March 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney

Best lawyer I could have asked for!

I spoke to many lawyers, Shelley was the one that made me feel she was going to do her very best to help protect my daughter and get the best possible outcome for her. And we did! She really knows what she is doing. My situation was a bit unique with multiple states involved. I was also trying to rec...over from some trauma from the other party while going through this custody battle. Shelley cares and was a calming and reasonable voice to me many times throughout my anxiety in this case. She would take unplanned phone calls and stay on the phone with me until I felt better about what was happening in the case through our conversations. I was losing hope for a while and filled with fear but Shelley got us exactly what we were asking for without even having to go to trial. Now me and my family have so much peace in knowing things are okay and it is settled. I will forever be grateful for her!

Posted by Kate | March 21, 2024 | Hired Attorney

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 David | January 17, 2024 | Hired Attorney

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...solved she keeps in touch with me oh and I would recommend her to anybody going through a divorce especially for guys because in my opinion I feel a woman divorce attorney Will fight for you a little more than a man that’s just my opinion she was able to help me keep my boat keep my trailer and all those credit cards my ex-wife ran up she was responsible for him although we were married and I was a co-whatever outstanding attorney 1 million thumbs up.

Posted by anonymous | October 20, 2023 | Hired Attorney

I can't possibly recommend Shelley enough

Shelley is incredible; she has helped me in an extremely high conflict divorce with a very, very difficult ex-spouse. She kept things on track, helped with sound strategy, was active and involved in my case, she remembered small details. She was responsive throughout the process, one time excusing he...rself from a tennis game to remind me of something after business hours, she responded to emails over the holidays, consistently going above and beyond what I'd expect her to do. I hope I never need another family law attorney, but if I do, I will use Shelley

See All Client Reviews

Shelley W. Akamatsu's Lawyer Endorsements

Endorse Shelley
Joshua Blake Taylor headshot
Joshua Taylor

Unknown lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"Shelley is an exceptional trial attorney who is always on top of things."

Eric Richard Debord headshot
Eric Debord

Family lawyer | Dec 21

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

"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."

View All Endorsements
Donna Mcintyre Case headshot
Donna Case

Family lawyer

Experience

Rating:  10.0 (Superb)

Honors

2020

Distinguished, Martindale-Hubbell

Work Experience

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

Associations

2024 - Present

Idaho Mediation Association

Member

2019 - Present

Idaho Bar Association Family Law Section

Member

2019 - Present

Idaho Bar Association Taxation, Probate & Trust

Member

2018 - Present

Idaho State Bar, Professional Conduct Board Committee

Chairwoman

2012 - Present

Idaho Women Lawyers

Member

1996 - 2019

Idaho Prosecuting Attorneys Association

Member

Education

1993

University of Idaho

JD - Juris Doctor

Speaking Engagements

2018

National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome's Sixteenth International Conference on SBS/AHT in Orlando, Florida Post-Conviction

2017

Idaho Prosecutor's Summer Conference

Pretrial Motion Practice

2017

Idaho Highway Traffic Safety Summit

Testifying and Surviving Cross Examination

2016

Idaho Newly Elected Prosecutor's Course

Post-Conviction Relief

2015

Idaho Prosecutor's Winter Conference

Evidence

2015

Idaho Prosecutor's Trial Skills Course

Evidence

2015

Idaho Prosecutor's Trial Skills Conference

Jury Selection

2010

CART Certification for FBI Computer Forensic Experts

Effective Direct and Cross Examination Testimony of Expert Witness

2009

Idaho Prosecutor's Winter Conference

Prosecutorial Ethics

2009

CART Certification for FBI Computer Forensic Experts

Effective Testimony on Direct and Cross Examination

2009

Ada County Prosecutor's Advocacy Course

Presenting Expert Testimony

2008

Idaho Crime Against Children Conference

Jury Selection and Presenting Expert Testimony in Online Exploitation of Children

2007

New Prosecutor's Course

Idaho Sex Offenses

2005

Idaho Prosecuting Attorney's Association Winter Conference

Prosecution of Child Sexual Abuse in Idaho

Publications

2011

Idaho Prosecuting Attorneys Association Idaho Search and Seizure Manual Revisions

Languages

English

Avvo Rating

Our Rating is calculated using information the lawyer has included on their profile in addition to the information we collect from state bar associations and other organizations that license legal professionals. Attorneys who claim their profiles and provide Avvo with more information tend to have a higher rating than those who do not.

What determines Avvo Rating?
  • Experience & background Years licensed, work experience, education
  • Legal community recognition Peer endorsements, associations, awards
  • Legal thought leadership Publications, speaking engagements
  • Discipline Disciplinary information may not be comprehensive, or updated. We recommend that you always check a lawyer's disciplinary status with their respective state bar association before hiring them.
Avvo Rating Levels
10.0 - 9.0 Superb8.9 - 8.0 Excellent7.9 - 7.0 Very Good6.9 - 6.0 Good5.9 - 5.0 Average4.9 - 4.0 Concern3.9 - 3.0 Caution2.9 - 2.0 Strong Caution1.9 - 1.0 Extreme Caution