Maryland Hispanic Bar Association

The Maryland Hispanic Bar Association (MHBA) is proud to announce that nominations are now open for the Association’s annual awards, which will be presented at the 33rd Annual MHBA Gala. Each year, MHBA recognizes outstanding individuals and organizations whose leadership, service, and dedication have made a lasting impact on the legal profession and the Hispanic/Latino community throughout Maryland. These awards celebrate excellence, mentorship, advocacy, and meaningful contributions that...

Delegate Joseline Peña-Melnyk Elizabeth López Historic Leadership Milestones: Delegate Joseline Peña-Melnyk and the Appointment of Elizabeth López as a Baltimore City District Court Judge: Making Maryland History In a landmark moment for Maryland and the Latino community, Delegate Joseline Peña-Melnyk has been unanimously elected as the 109th Speaker of the Maryland House of Delegates , making history as the first Latina, first Afro-Latina, and first immigrant to lead the chamber. Born in...