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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 anonymous | August 29, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
You are lucky and will be at right spot if attorney Shelly is available and accept your case
I just wanted to help the people in very tough situation and in uncertain condition of their life. I know the pain and uncertainty in identifying a right attorney which is the most important step during this period. My case is an unique of it's kind and a complex one. I can’t express my painful situa...
Posted by anonymous | August 19, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Probate
Highly Recommend
Shelley helped me through my father's probate and estate process. She was extremely helpful, responsive, knowledgeable, and compassionate. She made a hard process easier to understand.
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...
Posted by Jen | August 02, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
High Conflict Co-parent and Divorce Master
Shelley helped me through a very contentious and emotionally abusive divorce. She took the time to understand what my priorities were and was patient in explaining legal processes and likely outcomes. At times things became very tense due to actions by my ex and Shelley was always very responsive, un...
Posted by anonymous | July 15, 2024 | Hired Attorney | Divorce & Separation
Amazing divorce attorney
Shelley was amazing to work with through my divorce! I had a unique situation and she listened, heard, and I felt not judged at all. Even when I was second guessing my divorce she was patient and understanding while also telling me my legal options. My divorce involved custody of minors as well as a...
"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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