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Vivian V. Simpson (1903 – 1987): From “a young woman not readily submissive to rules and regulations,”[1] to preeminent lawyer, bar president, and first female secretary of state for Maryland.

By Diane E. Feuerherd

Early experiences with the judicial system are often formative and a catalyst for pursuing the practice of law and public service. In honor of Women’s History Month, this post will feature one such person – Vivian V. Simpson.

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