ERIN R. TONDA
Erin R. Tonda
Driver’s License Restoration Attorney
425 S Westnedge Ave
Kalamazoo, MI 49007
616.879.8240
etonda@hillslawoffice.com
Erin Tonda is a graduate of Michigan State University College of Law and holds an LL.M. in Taxation from Georgetown University. Erin began her legal career as a tax attorney and then moved on to become an Assistant Prosecutor with the Kalamazoo County Prosecutor’s Office, where she handled a high volume of criminal and traffic-related matters.
During her time as a prosecutor, Erin reviewed driving records, prior offenses, and compliance histories, drafted legal filings and motions, and worked directly with individuals navigating the criminal justice system. She has been licensed to practice law in the State of Michigan since 2008.
OVERVIEW
Erin brings a unique combination of criminal law experience, client advocacy, and organizational leadership to Hills At Law.
As an Assistant Prosecutor in Kalamazoo County, Erin handled criminal and traffic matters and developed an understanding of how the loss of driving privileges can affect nearly every part of a person’s life—from getting to work to supporting a family and maintaining independence. That experience led to a particular interest in helping clients navigate Michigan’s driver’s license restoration process.
Erin’s career has also given her extensive experience helping people through difficult and uncertain situations. As a Victim/Survivor Navigator with the Battle Creek Community Foundation, she directed a $1.5 million grant supporting victims and survivors of two mass tragedies in Kalamazoo. She later spent several years in leadership with R3 Continuum, a nationwide behavioral health organization, ultimately serving as Vice President of Business Development.
Across each of these roles, Erin has developed a reputation for careful preparation, clear communication, and helping people understand complicated processes and what comes next.
Erin is also a Certified Trainer in Trauma-Informed Practices, an experience that complements her client-centered approach to practicing law.
PROFESSIONAL ACTIVITY:
- Kalamazoo County Prosecutor’s Office: Assistant Prosecutor
- Kalamazoo Valley Community College: Adjunct Professor
- Battle Creek Community Foundation: Victim/Survivor Navigator
- R3 Continuum: Vice President of Business Development
AREAS OF PRACTICE
- Driver’s License Restoration
- State Criminal Defense
EDUCATION
- Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, University of North Carolina at Greensboro
- Juris Doctor, Michigan State University College of Law
- Master of Laws (LL.M.) in Taxation, Georgetown University
BAR & COURT ADMISSIONS
- State Bar of Michigan
TEACHING & CERTIFICATIONS
- Adjunct Professor, Kalamazoo Valley Community College
- Domestic Violence Law
- Property Crimes
- Mock Trial Coaching
- Certified Trainer in Trauma-Informed Practices
