Judge Kathryn J. DuFour (March 19, 1910 — February 4, 2005) made history as the first female judge in the Maryland Circuit Courts and later its first female chief judge. Over a career spanning decades, she modernized the court system, championed the abolition of the death penalty, and blazed a trail that inspired generations of women in the legal profession. This includes Sandra Day O'Connor, the first woman Justice on the Supreme Court, who personally credited DuFour with helping pave the way.

Judge Deborah K. Chasanow is the longest-serving female judge on the United States District Court for the District of Maryland. Born in Washington, D.C., in 1948 and raised in Montgomery County, Maryland, Judge Chasanow's entry into public service was inspired by her proximity to federal government workers while growing up.

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.

Juanita Jackson Mitchell is honored by the Federal Bar Association Maryland Chapter as part of its Black History Month celebration, recognizing her historic achievement as the first Black woman admitted to practice law in Maryland. A fearless civil rights advocate and legal trailblazer, Mitchell devoted her life to dismantling segregation, expanding voting rights, and advancing racial justice through both community activism and courtroom advocacy.

Everett J. Waring is recognized by the Federal Bar Association Maryland Chapter during Black History Month as a pioneering figure in the legal history of the state. In 1885, he became the first Black attorney admitted to practice law in Maryland—breaking a major racial barrier and laying the foundation for generations of African American legal professionals. His remarkable legacy spans courtroom advocacy, constitutional litigation, and a historic appearance before the U.S. Supreme Court.