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Rachel is a legal affairs reporter for The Daily Record, covering the Maryland courts and U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit. Prior to joining The Daily Record, Rachel graduated from St. Bonaventure University with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and most recently earned a master’s degree in investigative journalism from Arizona State University. She also earned her juris doctor degree from the University of New Hampshire School of Law, where she completed a certificate in intellectual property law.
Email Rachel at rkonieczny@origintdrdev.wpengine.com and follow her on Twitter @rachelkonieczny.
Recent Articles from Rachel Konieczny
Law
September 2, 2025
Legal educators raise concerns with NextGen bar exam: ‘I’d rather not be first’
Maryland law schools face uncertainty as the NextGen Bar Exam launches in 2026, raising concerns over preparation and fairness.
News
August 26, 2025
MD Supreme Court grants review of three cases for upcoming term
Maryland’s high court will hear cases on rental licensing, IP evidence in a criminal trial, and a construction contract dispute next term.
News
August 25, 2025
4th Circuit tosses ousted PG County judge’s suit against former judicial colleagues
The 4th Circuit dismissed ex-judge April Ademiluyi’s appeal against Maryland’s judicial commission and former colleagues over misconduct claims.
Law
August 22, 2025
MD commercial tenant holding over ruling strengthens residential renter protections, advocates say
Maryland Supreme Court ruling limits tenant holding over evictions, reinforcing protections against predatory lease practices.
Law
August 21, 2025
Anne Arundel judge accused of misconduct skips hearing before MD judicial disciplinary body
Neither Anne Arundel County Orphans’ Court Chief Judge Vickie Gipson nor her counsel were present at a hearing before the Maryland judicial disciplinary body.
Law
August 20, 2025
4th Circuit narrowly revives union member’s suit over alleged misappropriation of funds
The 4th Circuit revived a union member’s lawsuit alleging union officers misused funds, ruling she met federal demand requirements.
News
August 19, 2025
MD ethics panel: Judges should not share nonpublic info until served with subpoena
A Maryland ethics committee says judges should not volunteer testimony without a subpoena, stressing impartiality and judicial integrity.
News
August 18, 2025
4th Circuit rules provision of MD digital ad tax violates 1st Amendment
The 4th Circuit ruled Maryland’s digital ad tax “pass-through” ban unconstitutional, finding it violates the First Amendment.
Law
August 15, 2025
4th Circuit revives MD prisoner’s excessive force claim against Eastern Correctional Institution officers
The 4th Circuit revived a Maryland inmate’s excessive force claim, citing disputes over correctional officers’ conduct and ordering a trial.
News
August 14, 2025
Top MD court reverses conviction of Montgomery County man under ‘kingpin’ statute
Maryland's top court overturned a conviction, ruling the state’s kingpin law targets only leaders, not low-level participants.
News
August 13, 2025
Baltimore tenants sue apartment complex landlord, alleging ‘dangerous’ conditions
Over a dozen Baltimore tenants sued against their landlord, alleging dangerous conditions in their apartment complex.
News
August 12, 2025
‘Constant and indefinite lockdowns’: Advocates for MD prisoners ask AG, DPSCS to address staffing shortages
Advocates for prisoners in Maryland’s correctional facilities have asked state officials to address staffing shortages that have led to "constant" lockdowns.
