Raising the Bar: Law Clerks Pay Tribute to Judge Adkins

Monica Basche and Michael Collins Jr.

Throughout her time on Maryland’s trial and appellate courts, Judge Adkins has raised the bar for litigants and her fellow judges. Her decisions consistently show a diligence and thoroughness which, although one party must win, left all parties with the comfort of knowing that their arguments had been recognized, understood, and considered. Even in cases involving multiple issues, complicated or arcane legal doctrines, or nuanced facts, Judge Adkins’ opinions demonstrate the thoroughness deserving of the diligent advocacy presented by the parties.