Law Office of Rhonda B Ives

05/16/2026

Yes - thank you Shannon - in all cases, criminal and civil (and let me emphasize Family Law in the Civil arena), when text messages become an issue, they should be very carefully scrutinized!

05/05/2026

Congratulations to CDAM Board Member and Past President Jim Samuels on his appointment to the MIDC. Jim is one of three CDAM representatives to the commission.

04/08/2026

CDAM’s Trial College is designed to transform your practice style and strengthen how you connect with clients and your career path. Covering communication skills, opening statements, voir dire, cross and direct exams, and closings this renowned five-day program is a deep dive into persuasion and credibility. Participants gain hands-on, on-your-feet training from Michigan criminal defense attorneys and trial consultant Joshua Karton. Starts August 23, 2026. Register https://cdam.wildapricot.org/event-6334802

04/07/2026

SAVE THE DATE! CDAM's Fall Conference November 6-7, 2026, at Shanty Creek Resort. Block out these dates now. Registration will open soon.

03/13/2026

The Organization of Exonerees launch a mobile app to provide a digital roadmap for the wrongfully convicted.

03/05/2026

The 36th District Court will launch a courtwide amnesty program beginning March 9, 2026, giving people a limited window to resolve outstanding court debt without paying additional penalties.

Link to full article in comments.

03/04/2026

02/28/2026

Don’t miss Eric Grabski’s two breakout sessions at the Spring Conference March 13 & 14! In Non-Flock Surveillance, explore emerging surveillance methods shaping criminal cases. Then dive into When Google Searches for You, a practical look at geofence warrants—how location history is created, why innocent users get swept in, and strategies to challenge flawed data in court. Walk away with discovery tactics, constitutional insights, and real-world defense approaches you can use immediately. https://cdam.wildapricot.org/SpringCon26

02/26/2026

Join us for an upcoming webinar with the Criminal Defense Attorneys of Michigan on Driver’s License Restoration! Happening March 27, 2026 from 12–2 PM via Zoom, this session—led by attorney Daryl J. Wood—will walk you through what hearing officers look for, how to evaluate clients, and how to navigate the Secretary of State’s electronic filing system. ()

Earn 2 CLE credits while gaining practical tools for preparing cases, spotting red flags, and handling appeals. Don’t miss this opportunity to sharpen your skills and better serve your clients—register today! https://cdam.wildapricot.org/event-6460332?CalendarViewType=0&SelectedDate=2/23/2026

02/23/2026

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED
Join the Branch County Victim Services Team

💙 You will never have to fear or grieve alone.

The Branch County Sheriff’s Office is seeking caring and compassionate volunteers to serve as Victim Services Advocates.

Victim Services Teams provide comfort and direction to:
• Families coping with the loss of a loved one
• Victims of crime
• Individuals facing crisis or tragedy

Our advocates offer short-term crisis intervention and emotional support during some of life’s most difficult moments. Teams are trained by the Michigan Sheriffs’ Association and work under the direction of the local Sheriff’s Office.

What to Expect:
✔ 20-hour training provided by the Michigan Sheriffs’ Association
✔ Training includes grief stages, communication skills, law enforcement protocols, and victims’ rights
✔ Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in your community

Victim Services Advocates come from all walks of life. Many have experienced personal loss or hardship and feel called to help others during their time of need.

The Michigan Sheriffs’ Association introduced this program in 1988. It is nationally recognized and received the Presidential Citation for Private Sector Initiatives in 1989.

If you have a heart to serve and want to stand beside those facing tragedy, we invite you to join our team.

Volunteer applications available at the Branch County Sheriff's Office.