Harford County Bar Association

05/04/2026

Thank you to everyone that came out for and assisted with our Law Day 2026 event. Our theme this year was “The Rule of Law and the American Dream”. We appreciate all of the judges, magistrates, local dignitaries, attorneys, law enforcement, court staff and the Bel Air High School Jazz Band members that support this event every year. Our guest speaker was the Honorable William O. Carr who gave a wonderful presentation of the history of the Declaration of Independence and the involvement of Harford County. We also offer our congratulations to Rajiv K. Goel, Esq., our Law Day Award Recipient and Andrew G. Kanaras, Esq., the Eamonn J. Gordon Award recipient.

03/18/2026

Join us today for this fun event! Free to all attendees.

👥 We're headed to Elkton on March 18th for a Membership Mix & Mingle!
Meet us at Elk River Brewing Company from 5:00-7:00 p.m.?

Connect with judges, attorneys, and paralegals from across Cecil and Harford counties and the state of Delaware and beyond. 🤝

This free social event is open to all legal professionals in and around the area to meet, mix & mingle, and have a great time!

Thank you to our co-sponsors:
Cecil County Bar Association
Harford County Bar Association
Delaware State Bar Association

Save your spot: https://msba.org/site/rise/Events/Event_display.aspx?EventKey=MM31826

03/11/2026

03/03/2026

Reminder: Please join us for our next General Meeting tomorrow (3/4/26) at 4:30p.m. at the Circuit Court for Harford County.

03/03/2026

There will be a Multi-Jurisdictional Family Law Dinner on April 23, 2026 at 5:30p.m. at Ruth’s Chris Steak House in Pikesville. This will be a panel discussion featuring family law judges from Baltimore County, Baltimore City, Carroll County, Harford County and Howard County. The panel will include The Honorable Alex M. Allman, The Honorable Fred S. Hecker and The Honorable Myshala E. Middleton.

02/28/2026

16th Annual AFM Family Law Symposium - Harford Couty - Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at Harford Community College

Beyond Refusal: Navigating Parent-Child Contact Problems and Complex Custody Challenges

Presented by: Robin Deutsch, Ph.D.

You are invited to Harford County’s annual multi-disciplinary training for legal and mental health professionals. Robin Deutsch, Ph.D., our presenter this year, is a nationally and internationally recognized leader in the field of child custody evaluation, family dispute resolution, and the management of high-conflict family dynamics. In addition to her clinical, research, and teaching contributions, Dr. Deutsch has authored numerous publications and practice guidelines that have influenced professionals across psychology, law, and dispute resolution. After a morning presentation, Dr. Deutsch will guide a panel discussion.

To register please see the form below. If you have any questions, please email Kathleen Hennessy at [email protected]

02/02/2026

There's still time to register for this great event!

Designed for practitioners at all stages, this program provides valuable guidance on identifying hearsay, avoiding common evidentiary missteps, and presenting evidence in a manner that aligns with judicial expectations. Geared toward civil, criminal, and family law practitioners, this session offers an opportunity to hear directly from the bench on issues that routinely shape trial outcomes.

Panelists:

Honorable Yolanda L. Curtin
Administrative Judge for the Circuit Court for Harford County

Honorable Kevin J. Mahoney
Circuit Court for Harford County

Honorable David E. Carey
District Court for Harford County

When: Thursday, February 12, 2026

Time: 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Where: Circuit Court for Harford County
20 W. Courtland Street
Bel Air, MD 21014

HarCo WBA Members: Free
Statewide Members: $10.00
Non-Members: $15.00
Payment via zelle or check.
Zelle - [email protected]
Check: Harford County WBA, 5 S. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD 21014

Register here: https://forms.gle/4DtJuAepcrdRCrhr9

Sponsored by: Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company

If you’re not a member of the WBA and interested in joining our organization, please visit: https://wbamd.org/new-member-application/

Materials, snacks and drinks will be provided.

We look forward to you joining us!

01/21/2026

Please join the Harford Chapter of the WBA of Maryland for this fun event!

MEMBERS ONLY

Join the Harford County Chapter of the WBA for a fun, hands-on macaron making experience! Whether you’re a beginner baker or a dessert lover, this private class blends creativity, learning, and networking.

In this 2 1/2 hour class, you'll learn the art and science behind macarons, including best tips and tricks for success. We'll cover how to make the cookie shells as well as making some of the most popular filling flavors. You get to take home all of the macarons you make!

Bring a container to take your macarons home with you!

To register please visit: https://www.mawmawscreativekitchen.com/book #/course/buy/13727/r/1325/loc/1410

If you’re not a member of the WBA and interested in joining our organization, please visit: https://wbamd.org/new-member-application/

01/08/2026

Join the Harford Chapter of the WBA for Hearts, Hearsay & the Rule of Evidence on February 12th.

Designed for practitioners at all stages, this program provides valuable guidance on identifying hearsay, avoiding common evidentiary missteps, and presenting evidence in a manner that aligns with judicial expectations. Geared toward civil, criminal, and family law practitioners, this session offers an opportunity to hear directly from the bench on issues that routinely shape trial outcomes.

Panelists:

Honorable Yolanda L. Curtin
Administrative Judge for the Circuit Court for Harford County

Honorable Kevin J. Mahoney
Circuit Court for Harford County

Honorable David E. Carey
District Court for Harford County

When: Thursday, February 12, 2026

Time: 4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.

Where: Circuit Court for Harford County
20 W. Courtland Street
Bel Air, MD 21014

HarCo WBA Members: Free
Statewide Members: $10.00
Non-Members: $15.00
Payment via zelle or check.
Zelle - [email protected]
Check: Harford County WBA, 5 S. Hickory Avenue, Bel Air, MD 21014

Register here: https://forms.gle/4DtJuAepcrdRCrhr9

Sponsored by: Minnesota Lawyers Mutual Insurance Company

If you’re not a member of the WBA and interested in joining our organization, please visit: https://wbamd.org/new-member-application/

Materials, snacks and drinks will be provided.

We look forward to you joining us!

12/12/2025

Happy Holidays to everyone and congratulations to all our holiday sweaters contest winners! May your holidays be merry and bright and may your clients be ever responsive and actually listen to your advice!