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

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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Withdrawn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

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Shelley W. Akamatsu's Reviews

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5.0 /5.0

123 Client Reviews

Showing 36 - 40 of 61 reviews | Divorce & Separation

Posted by anonymous | August 18, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Hands down the BEST!

Shelley was so professional, understanding and always on my side. I always felt heard and she was so responsive to all my endless questions. She has an extensive knowledge of the law and knew what I could and could not ask for. I would highly, highly recommend her for any divorce case!

Posted by Sheila | July 10, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Shelley Akamatsu

I thought at the beginning of my divorce my life I was accustomed too was over. She provided guidance, compassion, and hope. She was wonderful with all the ups and downs of emotions that comes with a first divorce and was my voice when I didn’t have one. She worked with me financially, legally, and g...ave me the strength to find my self worth. I can never repay her what she has given me. I wouldn’t hire anyone else in the future, for my legal affairs. God sent me an Angel in my darkest hour, named Shelley Akamatsu.

Posted by anonymous | June 24, 2022 | Hired Attorney

Family Law -Divorce

Shelley handled my divorce and she was amazing. She listened to all of my concerns and was very reassuring. Her expertise and calm guidance were a great comfort to me. She kept me informed every step of the way and treated both parties very professionally and respectfully. I am so grateful for all... of her excellent work. I highly recommend Shelley for all areas of Family Law.

Posted by Jessica | March 07, 2022 | Hired Attorney

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...ped keep me grounded when things seemed overwhelming. I would definitely work with her again, and happily refer others who ask me who to go to. She is amazing.

Posted by Mike | December 14, 2021 | Hired Attorney

The Best!

I was referred to Shelley by another attorney I know who said she was "the best!" and a "great advocate!" amongst other superlatives and she certainly lived up to that billing! She was so great helping me handle my divorce case. She is an excellent communicator and very easy to talk to. She was al...ways there for me when I needed her and provided very prompt and detailed attention to any of my needs. With her help I was able to wrap up my case in an amazingly short period of time with all aspects of the case working out to be a fair and amicable deal for everyone. I highly recommend Shelley!

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Shelley W. Akamatsu's Lawyer Endorsements

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Joshua Taylor

Unknown lawyer | Feb 15

Relationship: Fellow lawyer in community

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

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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."

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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

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