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.

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.

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.

Sherrilyn Ifill is recognized by the Federal Bar Association Maryland Chapter during Women’s History Month for her extraordinary contributions to civil rights, constitutional law, and legal scholarship. A nationally respected advocate and longtime Maryland resident, Ifill has dedicated her career to advancing racial justice, empowering communities, and protecting democratic institutions through legal and academic leadership.

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.