The 13th Bench-Bar Conference brought the legal community together on April 24 to study artificial intelligence. The U.S. District Court for the District of Maryland hosted the event at the Greenbelt Courthouse. The court held the program at 6500 Cherrywood Lane in Greenbelt. Organizers themed the conference "Artificial Intelligence and the Practice of Law." The subject reflects a technology now reaching nearly every area of legal work.

Judge Timothy J. Sullivan offered an insightful look into his legal journey during a fireside chat hosted by the FBA Maryland Chapter on February 6, 2025. The discussion, held at the University of Baltimore School of Law, was moderated by FBA Board Member Beatrice “Bea” Thomas. Attendees were treated to a candid and compelling narrative of Chief Magistrate Judge Sullivan’s transition from a decorated federal defense attorney to his current role on the bench. Appointed Chief Magistrate Judge on September 1, 2023, he reflected on both the triumphs and the tragedies of his career with humility and candor.