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AALL Membership is the perfect investment in yourself. Unlock mentoring, educational programming, networking, publications, and so much more. ⏰ Renew or join by May 31 to keep your benefits active: tinyurl.com/329vnnj2 #AALL2026 #LawLibraries #ProfessionalDevelopment

🌍 Meet the people behind the Index to Foreign Legal Periodicals (IFLP). In this spotlight from DipLawMatic Dialogues, get to know Irina Smirnov and the important work that helps make global legal scholarship more accessible. Take a closer look at the expertise and dedication behind IFLP: tinyurl.com/h9kwr8nh

🎙️ The AALLIn Podcast is here—and we’re kicking things off with a candid conversation on AI in the legal profession. In our debut episode, hosts Katie Brown and Andre Davison are joined by Marlene Gebauer and Greg Lambert of "The Geek in Review" to explore generative AI beyond the hype. Inspired by Greg’s Beyond the Model series, the conversation digs into: Where Gen AI is delivering real value Where it’s still falling short What it means for trust, ethics, and the future of legal work From practical use cases to bigger questions about professional identity, this episode offers a thoughtful, balanced look at AI through the lens of law librarianship. 🎧 Listen now: tinyurl.com/4n3p7jsa

Looking to connect, grow, or give back? AALL’s Mentor Program is here for you. We’ve updated the sign-up form with clearer expectations and new options to help create stronger, more meaningful matches—based on your preferred schedule, communication style, and mentoring timeframe. Gain invaluable insight or give back to the next generation. Sign up to be a mentor or mentee today: bit.ly/AALLMentor #AALL #Mentorship #LawLibraries

“The AALL/Bloomberg Law Continuing Education Grant allowed us to elevate our LLAM Institute and enhance the experience for attendees by helping cover costs for a keynote speaker, signage, and materials.” 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

Cleveland is calling! 📍 Join us for July 18-21 for #AALL26 and explore everything the city has to offer. Between sessions, explore the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame, stroll through West Side Market, or take in lakefront views along Lake Erie. Bringing the family? Check out the Cleveland Museum of Natural History or the Greater Cleveland Aquarium. And when the day winds down, enjoy Cleveland’s vibrant dining scene and neighborhoods. Come for the conference—stay for the experience. Register by May 20 to save $100! aallconference.org/registration/

Legal teams face growing pressure to deliver research that is accurate, timely, and reusable. Register now for the May 5 "Soutron Global Partner Webinar: How Law Libraries Can Modernize Attorney Research Workflows" to learn about how structured workflows help law librarians improve every stage of attorney research. tinyurl.com/4da6tey3

If you still picture law librarians as quietly guarding stacks, it’s time for an update. In Raise the Bar, AALL President Jenny R.F.F. Silbiger—State Law Librarian for the Hawaii State Judiciary—shares how today’s law librarians are stepping into critical roles as knowledge curators, AI evaluators, and problem-solvers for complex legal research. #NationalLibraryWeek #LawLibrarians #LegalResearch #AI #RaiseTheBar tinyurl.com/mpv4wjnj

Happy National Volunteer Week! We’re proud to recognize the volunteers who give their time and expertise to strengthen law libraries and the legal information community. Your contributions support access to justice, advance research, and help others navigate an increasingly complex information landscape.

AALL Membership is the perfect investment in yourself. Unlock mentoring, educational programming, networking, publications, and so much more. ⏰ Renew or join by May 31 to keep your benefits active: tinyurl.com/329vnnj2 #AALL2026 #LawLibraries #ProfessionalDevelopment

How did law and economics rise to prominence in legal academia? In a new Law Library Journal article, Scott Hamilton Dewey examines the funding networks and citation patterns that helped shape its influence—raising important questions about how ideas gain authority in legal scholarship. tinyurl.com/mwxa5k9d #LLJ

Happy National Library Week! We’re proud to celebrate law libraries and legal information professionals who support access to justice, empower research, and help navigate an increasingly complex information landscape.

Member Spotlight: Dennis C. Prieto, reference librarian and professor at Rutgers Law School Library, shares how his dual role shapes the way he teaches and supports research. He also highlights the impact of professional service in strengthening access to justice and advancing legal scholarship. Read his profile in #AALLSpectrum. tinyurl.com/23unux6p

Are you looking for a way to share your original research, innovative ideas, or case studies with your AALL colleagues? Considering new ways to promote your notable projects at the AALL Annual Meeting? Noticed the Poster Session page on the AALL website but not really known how to create a poster? Join members of the AALL Annual Meeting Poster Session Award Jury and previous 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.

Join AALL President Jenny Silbiger as she invites you to the 2026 AALL Annual Meeting & Conference in Cleveland, July 18–21. Centered on the theme Leading with Aloha, this year’s conference is all about connection, collaboration, and professional growth—offering ideas, insights, and relationships that will stay with you long after the meeting ends. aallconference.org/registration/

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. ⏰ Renew or join by May 31 to keep your benefits active: tinyurl.com/329vnnj2 #AALL2026 #LawLibraries #ProfessionalDevelopment