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.

Judge Rosalyn Tang is celebrated by the Federal Bar Association Maryland Chapter during Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month for her historic achievements and unwavering dedication to justice. A groundbreaking jurist and dedicated advocate for diversity in law, Judge Tang became the first Asian American and the youngest woman appointed to the Appellate Court of Maryland in 2022.

Margaret Brent is honored by the Federal Bar Association Maryland Chapter during Women’s History Month for her groundbreaking role as the first female attorney in the American colonies. Widely recognized as a pioneer in the history of American law, Brent’s legal career in 17th-century Maryland set a precedent for generations of women in law and politics. Her story is one of fierce independence, legal intellect, and resistance to social norms that excluded women from formal power.

Justice Angela M. Eaves is recognized by the Federal Bar Association Maryland Chapter during Hispanic Heritage Month for her extraordinary contributions to the legal profession and her historic appointment to the Supreme Court of Maryland. In 2022, Justice Eaves became the first Hispanic person to serve on Maryland’s highest court—an achievement that capped a legal career defined by public service, legal advocacy, and barrier-breaking leadership.