The MSBA Solo & Small Firm Practice Section presented its 2018 David Hjortsberg Award to Mary T. Keating on June 15 during the MSBA Legal Summit & Annual Meeting in Ocean City, Maryland.

The purpose of the Hjortsberg Award is to acknowledge, commend, and express appreciation for solo and small firm practitioners who raise the bar of professionalism, civility, intelligence, respect, and community commitment for all. With this year’s Award, the Section recognized Keating’s exemplary 30-year legal career, during which time she has worked tirelessly on behalf of her clients, as well as mentored both law students and fellow attorneys. Keating is also Immediate Past President of the Maryland Employment Lawyers Association.