The University of Baltimore Law Forum

The University of Baltimore Law Forum proudly announces its incoming Executive Board for Volume 56! Congratulations!

Check out the panel speaker bios, participating organizations, and featured articles for UBalt Law Forum's upcoming Symposium, which will take place on Friday, February 21st, from 1 to 5 p.m. Chesapeake Legal Alliance, Blue Water Baltimore, the UBalt Environmental Law Society, and the Potomac Riverkeeper Network will be tabling during the break and reception, offering opportunities to learn about their work or get involved! Register here: https://lnkd.in/eKDVu98a

We hope you join us on March 12th to learn about Law Forum, Law Review, and BOA opportunities. Stop by for snacks, drinks, and conversation!

Check out the program for UBalt Law Forum's upcoming Symposium on Friday, February 21st from 1-5 PM. We look forward to seeing you there! Maryland Department of the Environment Secretary Serena McIlwain will deliver the Keynote. The panels will feature environmental law professionals and clean water experts who will offer their perspectives on the Clean Water Act and their hopes and ideas for its future in Maryland. During the event, Blue Water Baltimore, Chesapeake Legal Alliance, and Potomac Riverkeeper Network will be present to share more information about their work. The Symposium will close with a reception for attendees to discuss the Symposium, network, and enjoy delicious hors d'oeuvres and a hot chocolate bar. Register here:?https://lnkd.in/eKDVu98a

This week, we are showcasing Claire Hutchinson’s Recent Development on the admissibility of a defendant’s prior sexually assaultive behavior.?Congratulations?to Claire for having her Recent Development published in Volume 54, Issue 2! Read her Recent Development here: https://lnkd.in/gtJ9i-n8

This year's University of Baltimore Law Forum Symposium titled?Turning Tides: The Future of the Clean Water Act in Maryland will examine multiple perspectives on the future of the Clean Water Act in Maryland. Maryland Secretary of the Environment, Serena McIlwain, will deliver our keynote. The secretary will be followed by two panels: First, esteemed environmental law attorneys from Maryland and surrounding states will discuss the evolution and adaptation of Clean Water Act implementation, improvements to implementation, and how Maryland can expand the work of the Clean Water Act. Second, waterkeepers and clean water advocates will discuss the health of our waterways and their experience with Clean Water Act litigation. Several organizations will be represented at the event so attendees can learn more about clean water initiatives in Maryland. The symposium will conclude with a networking reception. Heavy hors d'oeuvres, a hot chocolate bar, and non-alcoholic beverages will be provided. The event is free and open to the public!?Register for this year's University of Baltimore Law Forum Symposium, Turning Tides: The Future of the Clean Water Act,?https://lnkd.in/eKDVu98a

This week, we are highlighting?Emma Tedder’s?Hot Topic on?Regulating Food Allergies in Maryland.?Congratulations?to?Emma?for having?her?Hot Topic selected for publication! Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/e7_zUnAH.

This week, we are highlighting?Kayla Hoffmaster’s?Hot Topic on?Gender-Affirming Care Protections in Maryland.?Congratulations?to?Kayla?for having?her?Hot Topic selected for publication! Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eErY5cNc.

This week, we are showcasing Jayna Peterson’s Recent Development on the failure to obtain impeachment evidence as it relates to ineffective assistance of counsel claims in Maryland.?Congratulations?to Jayna for having her Recent Development published in Volume 54, Issue 2! Read her Recent Development here:?https://lnkd.in/ev2vJdAd.

This week, we are highlighting?Veronica Giron’s Hot Topic on?Maryland Acts Fast and Furiously to Address the Dangers of Street Racing and Exhibition Driving.?Congratulations?to?Veronica?for having?her?Hot Topic selected for publication! Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eAN5KbEP.