The Access to Justice Commission has merged with the Maryland State Bar Association in an effort to give the organization institutional backing and to attract young, social-justice-minded lawyers to the bar association.

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Corporations face several questions when managing legal expenses including what their specific needs are, what firm to hire and, most importantly, how much they are willing to pay.

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A recent proposal by the Maryland State Bar Association to change the rules for what kind of content members can post on the organization’s listservs has irked some members, especially those in the Solo and Small Firm Section, who view the listservs as an essential tool in their practices.

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Whether the Rules Committee adopts the model rule in its entirety or decides to take a more targeted rule like they did in 2005, we believe it is time for the Rules Committee to revisit Maryland’s Rule on misconduct.

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It is not premature to mourn the loss of the Maryland Bar Journal.

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Engagement in local politics is a great way for young lawyers to be involved in their communities and make a good impression at their firms.

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I'm already looking forward to attending next year's event in Ocean City.

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Your smartphone might be second only to your home in its level of protection against warrantless searches by police.

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When implementing change in an organization, inclusion of members and adhering to your mission is key to a successful transition, something the Maryland State Bar Association should consider.

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Acing the Maryland bar exam means nothing if you were not completely honest on the application to take the test and truthful with representatives of the character committee, according to the State Board of Law Examiners’ director of character and fitness.

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