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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
Showing 1 - 3 of 3 reviews | Child Support
Posted by Niki | May 15, 2023 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Thorough, Kind and Efficient
Shelley was referred to me to assist with a child support modification. She was very thorough and able to direct me through the process in a diplomatic and kind way. She executed in an efficient way and did not waste my time or money. I appreciated her expertise and ability to get the job done withou...
Posted by Fred | April 12, 2021 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Competent and Caring
Hired Shelley for a Child Support Modification. She provided excellent and prompt communication. She was competent in handling the case. She truly cared in the outcome for me personally and was quite conscientious in regards to keeping costs under control. I would hire her again in the future if n...
Posted by Gretchen | July 30, 2020 | Hired Attorney | Child Support
Excellent
Shelley came very highly recommend to me from a friend. I needed a professional to help me through my divorce with retirement, child custody, and child support. Shelley was a complete delight to work with, she made me feel confident in my decision making. I truly felt she had my best interest at hea...
"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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