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2023 Maryland State Bar Association Legal Summit & Annual Meeting

Name: 2023 Maryland State Bar Association Legal Summit & Annual Meeting
Start: 2023-06-07
End: 2023-06-08
Location: Roland E. Powell Convention Center

by Maryland State Bar Association

The 2023 Maryland State Bar Association (MSBA) Legal Summit & Annual Meeting, held from June 7 to June 9 at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center in Ocean City, Maryland, brought together over 700 legal professionals from across the state. This annual event, organized by the MSBA, serves as a premier gathering for Maryland's legal community, offering a platform for continuing education, professional development, and networking opportunities.

The summit featured a diverse array of continuing legal education sessions across eight tracks: Technology, Litigation & Trial Skills, Ethics, Justice, Corporate Law, Practice Update, Leadership & Practice Management, and Mediation and Alternative Dispute Resolution. Notable sessions included discussions on ethical considerations for attorneys responding to negative online reviews, effective representation of clients with disabilities, and the impact of artificial intelligence on employment discrimination law. Keynote speakers such as former Maryland Lieutenant Governor Michael Steele and U.S. Representative Jamie Raskin provided insights into the current political climate and legal challenges facing the nation.

Beyond the educational offerings, the event facilitated numerous networking and social activities. Attendees participated in receptions, happy hours, and informal gatherings, fostering connections among peers. The summit also hosted the Leadership Academy Fellows Graduation and the Maryland Bar Foundation Annual Meeting & Induction of the 2023 Fellows, celebrating achievements within the legal community.

The MSBA Legal Summit & Annual Meeting is designed for attorneys, judges, and legal professionals seeking to enhance their knowledge, stay abreast of emerging legal trends, and engage with colleagues. The event's comprehensive program and inclusive atmosphere make it a valuable experience for both seasoned practitioners and those new to the field.

Speakers(30)

Aarash Darroodi

General Counsel and Executive Vice President at Fender Musical Instruments Corporation

Aarash Darroodi is the General Counsel and Executive Vice President for Fender Musical Instruments Corporation, recognized as the In-House Legal Counsel of the Year by the Los Angeles Times in 2023.

Andrew Fontanella

Mediator at Baltimore Mediation

Andrew Fontanella is a mediator at Baltimore Mediation who discussed the appellate process in Maryland.

Annamaria Walsh

ADR Division Staff at Appellate Court of Maryland

Annamaria Walsh from the ADR Division of the Appellate Court of Maryland discussed the appellate process in Maryland.

Anthony May

Attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy

Anthony May is an attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy, who presented on the rights of LGBTQ+ employees in religious workplaces and on artificial intelligence and employment discrimination law.

Benjamin Meredith

Attorney at Iliff, Meredith, Wildberger & Brennan, P.C.

Benjamin Meredith is an attorney at Iliff, Meredith, Wildberger & Brennan, P.C., who discussed ethical considerations of responding to negative reviews online.

Chelsea Crawford

Attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy

Chelsea Crawford is an attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy, who attended the 2023 MSBA Legal Summit.

Crystal Curry

ADR Division Staff at Appellate Court of Maryland

Crystal Curry from the ADR Division of the Appellate Court of Maryland discussed the appellate process in Maryland.

Faten Gharib

ADR Division Staff at Appellate Court of Maryland

Faten Gharib from the ADR Division of the Appellate Court of Maryland discussed the appellate process in Maryland.

Hon. Chris West

Senator at Maryland State Senate

Senator Chris West took part in a panel discussion analyzing key legislation of interest to Maryland lawyers passed by the General Assembly in 2023.

Hon. Dolores Dorsainvil

Judge at District Court of Maryland

Judge Dolores Dorsainvil of the District Court of Maryland participated in a discussion on ethical considerations of responding to negative reviews online.

Hon. Gregory E. Wells

Chief Judge at Appellate Court of Maryland

Chief Judge Gregory E. Wells of the Appellate Court of Maryland provided insights into the appellate process in Maryland.

Hon. J. Sandy Bartlett

Delegate at Maryland House of Delegates

Delegate J. Sandy Bartlett participated in a panel discussion analyzing key legislation of interest to Maryland lawyers passed by the General Assembly in 2023.

Hon. Jamie Raskin

U.S. Representative at U.S. House of Representatives

U.S. Representative Jamie Raskin is known for his role leading the January 6 Committee and his discussions on various political topics.

Hon. John P. Morrissey

Chief Judge at District Court of Maryland

Chief Judge John P. Morrissey of the District Court of Maryland provided updates on the state of the courts during the MSBA's Annual Meeting.

Hon. Luke H. Clippinger

Delegate at Maryland House of Delegates

Delegate Luke H. Clippinger took part in a panel discussion analyzing key legislation of interest to Maryland lawyers passed by the General Assembly in 2023.

Hon. Matthew J. Fader

Chief Justice at Supreme Court of Maryland

Chief Justice Matthew J. Fader of the Supreme Court of Maryland provided updates on the state of the courts during the MSBA's Annual Meeting.

Hon. Michael W. Siri

Judge at District Court of Maryland

Judge Michael W. Siri of the District Court of Maryland discussed effective representation of clients with disabilities and assuring court access.

Hon. Will Smith

Senator at Maryland State Senate

Senator Will Smith participated in a panel discussion analyzing key legislation of interest to Maryland lawyers passed by the General Assembly in 2023.

Jamie Strawbridge

Attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy

Jamie Strawbridge is an attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy, who attended the 2023 MSBA Legal Summit.

Jessie P. Weber

Attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy

Jessie P. Weber is an attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy, who presented on effective representation of clients with disabilities and assuring court access.

Kathryn (Katie) Huff

ADR Division Staff at Appellate Court of Maryland

Kathryn (Katie) Huff from the ADR Division of the Appellate Court of Maryland discussed the appellate process in Maryland.

Kevin Docherty

Attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy

Kevin Docherty is an attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy, who attended the 2023 MSBA Legal Summit.

Lauren DiMartino

Attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy

Lauren DiMartino is an attorney at Brown, Goldstein & Levy, who presented on the rights of LGBTQ+ employees in religious workplaces.

Michael Steele

Former Maryland Lieutenant Governor and Former RNC Chairman at MSNBC

Michael Steele is a political analyst for MSNBC and former Maryland Lieutenant Governor and RNC Chairman.

R. Christopher Rosenthal

CPA/ABV/CFF, ASA, AEP

R. Christopher Rosenthal is a financial expert who presented on how financial experts determine damage measurements in litigation.

Ret. Hon. Pamela J. White

Senior Judge

Retired Senior Judge Pamela J. White participated in a session on effective representation of clients with disabilities and assuring court access.

Robert W. Carter

MS, CPA/CFF, CVA, CFE, CEPA

Robert W. Carter is a financial expert who presented on how financial experts determine damage measurements in litigation.

Sharon Krevor-Weisbaum

Managing Partner at Brown, Goldstein & Levy

Sharon Krevor-Weisbaum is the Managing Partner at Brown, Goldstein & Levy, who attended the 2023 MSBA Legal Summit.

Stephan Brennan

Attorney at Iliff, Meredith, Wildberger & Brennan, P.C.

Stephan Brennan is an attorney at Iliff, Meredith, Wildberger & Brennan, P.C., who discussed ethical considerations of responding to negative reviews online.