Dennis C. Prieto, reference librarian and professor at Rutgers Law, shares how his dual role shapes the way he teaches and supports research. He also highlights the impact of professional service in access to justice and legal scholarship. Read his profile in #AALLSpectrum. tinyurl.com/23unux6p
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Join members of the AALL Annual Meeting Poster Session Award Jury and Poster Session winners to discuss the process, best practices, and top tips for proposing a poster for the 2026 AALL Annual Meeting!
Register now for the April 22 AALL Virtual Coffee Chat: Prepare to Poster! tinyurl.com/5f2tfxnb
The AALL Executive Board wraps up their spring meeting in Chicago.
Deadline approaching!
Need funding for your educational program? The AALL/Bloomberg Law Continuing Education Grant supports development, partnerships, and expenses for AALL entities. Apply by May 18: ow.ly/hwtN30rWQq9
📣 Calling all innovators, problem-solvers, and idea-sharers! Showcase your library, research, or creative solutions at #AALL26 by submitting a Poster. Whether it’s a practical project or a standout program—your work deserves the spotlight.
🗓️ Submissions are due May 15! tinyurl.com/y5xtd2ne
What even is a "Shadow Docket?"
The March/April 2026 issue of #AALLSpectrum shines a light on the shadowy Supreme Court processes that make record-finding difficult. Get the low-down on how these cases differ from the norm, and how to track and monitor them at tinyurl.com/2tbt6seb
AALL Membership unlocks mentorship, networking, education, tools, and programs to keep you sharp, informed, and ahead of the game.
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Now available: Law Library Journal, Volume 118, No. 2
Dive into new scholarship:
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AALL President Jenny Silbiger shares a message in support of the vital role of IMLS and the continued need for strong federal support for libraries.
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Tomorrow! Join us for the AALL Webinar: Copyright Clearance Center Insights as the 1976 Copyright Act Turns 50!
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In a recent conversation with Corporate Counsel Business Journal, AALL Executive Director Dr. Joyce Gilbert, RDN, shared how the profession is adapting in an AI-driven environment—where access, legitimacy, and professional judgment matter more than ever.
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The 2025 AALL Salary Survey has everything you need to get the lay of the land on compensation trends. Become an expert - Access the Salary Survey now.
• Members: Free digital access
• Nonmembers: Digital and print options available
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Join members of the AALL Annual Meeting Poster Session Award Jury and past Poster Session winners for a conversation on the proposal process, best practices, and tips to help your idea stand out for 2026.
Register now for the April 22 AALL Virtual Coffee Chat: Prepare to Poster! tinyurl.com/5f2tfxnb
Changing careers, or trying to build out your team ? 📢 The AALL Career Center has everything you need—job listings, resources, and expert support—all in one place. Equip yourself with the best possible resources, connections, and candidates! 🌟 tinyurl.com/32sswc3r #CareerOpportunities
What does the future of law look like in an AI-driven world?
In a recent NPR article, AALL member Carla Wale, director of the Gallagher Law Library at the University of Washington School of Law, shares that lawyers who use AI effectively and ethically will have the edge. tinyurl.com/2rbpm32w
Broaden your horizons in global legal research with AALL’s Index to Foreign Legal Periodicals (IFLP)!
New to IFLP? Save 15% on your first-year subscription. Already a subscriber? Refer a new customer and save 10% on your next renewal.
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Stay current without stretching your budget.
With AALL membership, you get free Coffee Chats, timely webinars, and discounts on education and self-paced courses—so you can keep learning, connecting, and moving your work forward.
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Join us for the AALL Webinar: Copyright Clearance Center Insights as the 1976 Copyright Act Turns 50! The webinar will explore key provisions of the 1976 Copyright Act, including sections 106, 107, and 108, and their relevance to the work of law librarians.
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Need funding for your educational program? The AALL/Bloomberg Law Continuing Education Grant supports development, partnerships, and expenses for AALL entities. Apply by May 18: ow.ly/hwtN30rWQq9
We’re pleased to announce the official slate of candidates for the 2026 Executive Board election. tinyurl.com/bdxpjpt3
In the latest #AALLSpectrum, Karen Westwood and Betim Jahja explore how open government initiatives strengthen confidence in the courts—and why transparency is central to the Rule of Law.
Read the article and hear from the authors shaping this conversation. tinyurl.com/yvje34uj
In March, we welcome 26 new members to AALL! Give a warm welcome to the new members of our community!
Last chance to register! The April 2026 WCAG and ADA Title II accessibility deadline for web content is here. Join the AALL Virtual Coffee Chat, Web Content Accessibility: Meeting the April 2026 Compliance Deadline, to hear practical strategies from fellow law librarians.
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Representing yourself in court is challenging—limited access to reliable internet or phone service can make it even harder.
See how the Massachusetts Supreme Judicial Court is working to address these barriers in the March/April 2026 issue of #AALLSpectrum: tinyurl.com/47chat8
If your chapter, special interest section, committee, or caucus is looking for funding for an educational event, apply for the AALL/Bloomberg Law Continuing Education Grant. The deadline to apply is May 18. ow.ly/hwtN30rWQq9 #grants #education
We would like to extend our congratulations to LIT-SIS members Rebecca Fordon, selected for the Kenneth J. Hirsh Distinguished Service Award; and Justin Peters, selected to receive the 2026 LIT-SIS Leadership Academy Grant. tinyurl.com/bdcv2h2c
In a new #LawLiberaryJournal article, Cody James explores how citators influence legal outcomes, the risks of increased automation, and why courts—not just private publishers—should play a role in creating them.
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#LawLibraries #LegalResearch #AI
Join members of the AALL Annual Meeting Poster Session Award Jury and previous winners to discuss the process, best practices, and top tips for proposing a poster for the 2026 AALL Annual Meeting!
Register now for the April 22 AALL Virtual Coffee Chat: Prepare to Poster! tinyurl.com/5f2tfxnb
The 2025 AALL Salary Survey is the perfect source for compensation insight across the legal information profession. Valuable for salary discussions, budgeting, and research, the Salary Survey has insights relevant to your career right now.
Access the survey: 👉 tinyurl.com/bde9ek7f
The April 2026 WCAG and ADA Title II accessibility deadline for web content is fast approaching. Join the AALL Virtual Coffee Chat: Web Content Accessibility: Meeting the April 2026 Compliance Deadline to learn strategies from other law librarians to meet the deadline! Register: tinyurl.com/mscu49ar