Judge Sheila Tillerson Adams: Judicial Pioneer in Prince George’s County

Judge Sheila Tillerson Adams is celebrated by the Federal Bar Association Maryland Chapter during Black History Month for her groundbreaking judicial career and enduring commitment to community-centered justice. From being the first African American woman appointed to the District Court in Prince George’s County to becoming Chief Judge of Maryland’s Seventh Judicial Circuit, Judge Adams has continually broken barriers and advanced equity in the legal profession.