Call for Candidates
Commissioners, Maryland Access to Justice Commission

The Maryland Access to Justice Commission (A2JC) is an independent entity powered by the Maryland State Bar Association. A2JC unites leaders from the legal, community, government, and private sectors to make the civil justice system accessible, equitable, and fair for all Marylanders.

We are seeking legal and community leaders to serve as Commissioners. Commissioners are a diverse group of leaders who actively engage in elevating and addressing barriers that Marylanders face when navigating the civil justice system. We are currently seeking new Commissioners to fill seats starting on July 1, 2026. We are specifically seeking commissioners who are passionate about access to justice and represent the following stakeholder groups:

Large, mid or small/solo law firms
Corporate counsel
Community representatives

To learn more about A2JC's work, see its website and FY2025 Impact Report.

To learn more about this opportunity, please find a role description here.

Candidate applications will be accepted through 11:59pm on Sunday, March 15, 2026. Please note that late applications may not be considered.

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* 1. Contact Information

Full Name

Email Address

Phone Number

Organization / Affiliation

Title

Address

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* 2. Social Media Handles

Facebook

Instagram

TikTok

Other

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* 3. Please upload a current CV/Resume

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* 4. Please provide a brief statement that describes why you would be a good candidate to be a Commissioner.

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* 5. Access to Justice Experience and/or Leadership: Briefly, please highlight your experience or leadership in advancing civil justice reform, equity and/or equitable access to justice for all Marylanders. If none, please explain your desire to serve in this role.

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* 6. Name, Organization, Title, Email, and Phone Number for 3 References.

Reference #1 Name

Organization

Title

Email Address

Phone Number

Reference #2 Name

Organization

Title

Email Address

Phone Number

Reference #3 Name

Organization

Title

Email Address

Phone Number

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* 7. Other Information: Please provide any supporting documentation you would like A2JC's Governance Committee to consider, including Letters of Support/Recommendation (maximum 3) (not required for consideration).

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* 8. Headshot/Photo: Please provide a professional photograph/headshot. Preferred file type: .png. Portrait size/high resolution preferred.

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* 9. MSBA Member?

Yes

Unsure

Other (please specify)

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* 10. What sector do you work in? Please select the option that best describes you

Solo/Small Law Firm

Mid-Sized Law Firm

Large LawFirm

Judiciary

Legislature

Corporate In-House/General Counsel

Federal Government

State/Local Government

Civil Legal Aid Organization

Public Interest/ Social Service Organization

Academia

Philanthropy

Other (please specify)

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* 11. If you are a lawyer, what is your primary practice area? Please select the option that best describes you

Transactional

Litigation

General Practice

Non Profit

Legislative

Judiciary

Non-Traditional

Other (please specify)

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* 12. What is your career stage? Please select the option that best describes you

Less than 5 years

6-10 years

11-15 years

16+ years

Retired

Other (please specify)

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* 13. In what geographic area/jurisdiction do you primarily work and/or practice?

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* 14. What is your race? Please select the option that best describes you.

American Indian or Alaska Native

Asian or Asian American

Black or African American

Hispanic or Latino

Middle Eastern or North African

Native Hawaiian or other Pacific Islander

White

Race/ethnicity unknown

Prefer not to answer

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* 15. What is your gender? Please select the option that best describes you.

Male

Female

Non-binary

Prefer not to answer

Other (please specify):

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* 16. Do you identify as a person with a disability?

Yes

Prefer not to answer

Other (please specify):

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* 17. What is your veteran status? Please select the option that best describes you.

I am an active-duty member of the military

I am a reserve-duty member of the military

I am a veteran

I am not in the military or a veteran

Prefer not to answer

Other (please specify):

Call for CandidatesCommissioners, Maryland Access to Justice Commission

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* 1. Contact Information

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* 2. Social Media Handles

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* 3. Please upload a current CV/Resume

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* 4. Please provide a brief statement that describes why you would be a good candidate to be a Commissioner.

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* 5. Access to Justice Experience and/or Leadership: Briefly, please highlight your experience or leadership in advancing civil justice reform, equity and/or equitable access to justice for all Marylanders. If none, please explain your desire to serve in this role.

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* 6. Name, Organization, Title, Email, and Phone Number for 3 References.

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* 7. Other Information: Please provide any supporting documentation you would like A2JC's Governance Committee to consider, including Letters of Support/Recommendation (maximum 3) (not required for consideration).

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* 8. Headshot/Photo: Please provide a professional photograph/headshot. Preferred file type: .png. Portrait size/high resolution preferred.

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* 9. MSBA Member?

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* 10. What sector do you work in? Please select the option that best describes you

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* 11. If you are a lawyer, what is your primary practice area? Please select the option that best describes you

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* 12. What is your career stage? Please select the option that best describes you

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* 13. In what geographic area/jurisdiction do you primarily work and/or practice?

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* 14. What is your race? Please select the option that best describes you.

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* 15. What is your gender? Please select the option that best describes you.

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* 16. Do you identify as a person with a disability?

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* 17. What is your veteran status? Please select the option that best describes you.

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* 18. Other Information: Briefly, please highlight any other information about you that you would like A2JC's Governance Committee to consider.

Call for Candidates
Commissioners, Maryland Access to Justice Commission