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The Ultimate “Beach Reads”: Because the Practice of Law Never Takes a Summer Break

June 22, 2026For Maryland attorneys looking to utilize their summer downtime to strengthen their legal acumen, MSBA has curated a selection of summer “beach reads.”

No Duty Required: Supreme Court of Maryland Clarifies Scope of Strict Liability in Asbestos Claims

June 18, 2026The Supreme Court of Maryland recently ruled that household members exposed to take-home asbestos need not prove "duty" in strict liability design defect claims.

President’s Corner: My Farewell Message

June 15, 2026A year ago, I accepted the Maryland State Bar Association (MSBA) president’s gavel, knowing full well that lawyers don’t just argue cases—we build futures. And over these past 12 months, we didn’t just manage MSBA. We transformed it.

Applications Now Open for the Standing Committee on Pro Bono Legal Service

June 12, 2026The Supreme Court of Maryland is accepting applications for a vacancy on the Standing Committee on Pro Bono Legal Service (Rule 19-501). The court has recently implemented an online application portal to accept applications for its committees.

From Law School to Practice: MSBA's Publications for Newly Admitted Attorneys

June 5, 2026The Maryland State Bar Association (MSBA) publishes a library of practitioner-oriented resources to help newly admitted attorneys transition into practice.