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Ready to grow your career—or help someone else grow theirs? The AALL Mentor Program connects mentors and mentees in hand-picked, one-on-one pairings designed to foster guidance, insight, and community. Whether you’re looking to share your experience or gain fresh perspective, now is the perfect time to get involved. Sign up today and start your mentorship journey! bit.ly/AALLMentor #AALLMentorship #LawLibrarians #ProfessionalGrowth #WeAreAALL

Funding your next research project? Apply for the AALL LexisNexis Research Grant by April 1. 💡 Up to $10,000 available 📚 Supports legal and law-related information research Learn more and apply today. tinyurl.com/ee7fm5js

The 2025 AALL Salary Survey is THE essential source for compensation insight across the legal information profession—valuable for salary discussions, budgeting, and research. • Members: Free digital access • Nonmembers: Digital and print options available Access the survey: 👉 tinyurl.com/bde9ek7f

🚀 Ready to make an impact in law librarianship? Join the AALL Spectrum or Law Library Journal Editorial Board and: ✨ Amplify diverse voices in the profession ✨ Highlight the topics that matter most ✨ Shape content that educates, inspires, and informs Don’t just watch the future—help write it. Apply now: tinyurl.com/8dr7a2pr #LawLibraries #AALL #LegalInfoLeaders #EditorialOpportunity

Gordon Russell and Michael Whiteman explore the impact of recent ABA Standards changes on academic law libraries. While accreditation no longer requires physical collections, mission-driven considerations—like preserving history and supporting faculty—may still justify keeping print. Read more in Law Library Journal, Vol. 118, No. 1: tinyurl.com/3pmnvmkn #LawLibraries #AcademicLibraries #DigitalCollections #LLJ

⏰ Only two weeks left to apply! AALL Scholarships support students and emerging professionals who are building their skills and shaping the future of our field—whether in library school, law school, or pursuing an advanced degree. Don’t miss your chance—explore opportunities and apply by April 1: tinyurl.com/2rjmcc49

Curious about copyright law and policy? Join us for the AALL Webinar: Copyright Clearance Center Insights as the 1976 Copyright Act Turns 50! Explore how copyright impacts administrative work, access to information, research, and teaching. Register now: tinyurl.com/e2fpt4wh #LawLibraries #CopyrightLaw #LegalResearch #AALLWebinar

We’re pleased to announce that Joyce Gilbert, PhD, RDN, has been appointed Executive Director of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL). After serving as Interim Executive Director since September 2025, Dr. Gilbert brings more than 20 years of leadership experience and a strong vision for the future of the Association. Read more: tinyurl.com/33wp82zp

Thanks to the advocacy of AALL’s Native Peoples Law Caucus and collaborators, the 22nd edition of The Bluebook now includes long-overdue guidance for citing Tribal legal systems. “Systems matter, and citation choices reflect how we see the law itself,” write Amber Kennedy Madole & Sherri Nicole Thomas. Rule 22 builds a legal interface grounded in recognition and respect for Tribal sovereignty. Read the full story in #AALLSpectrum: tinyurl.com/42z2xayc #LawLibraries #IndigenousLaw #TheBluebook #LegalCitation #TribalSovereignty

🍀 Feeling lucky this St. Patrick’s Day! We’re grateful for our amazing supporters who help us make a difference every day. Thank you for being part of our pot of gold! 🌈💚 #StPatricksDay #LuckyToHaveYou #NonprofitLove #Gratitude

Show your love for the legal information profession! Become a Champion Member when you renew your 2026–2027 AALL membership. bit.ly/AALLchampion For just $75, the Champion Upgrade amplifies your impact and supports AALL’s mission. Small investment, big difference! tinyurl.com/3sutusr7✨ #AALL #LawLibraries #ChampionMember Membership for 2026–2027 is open! Stay connected to a professional community that offers: ✨ Leadership opportunities ✨ Professional development ✨ Essential networking ⏰ Renew or join by May 31 to keep uninterrupted access to all your member benefits! #AALL2026 #LawLibraries #MembershipMatters #ProfessionalGrowth

Are you interested in developing a writing practice in order to contribute to law librarianship scholarship, but you don't know where to begin? Join us for AALL’s Virtual Coffee Chat on March 18 at 1:00 p.m. CDT, where two published authors will share how they built sustainable writing habits and stayed motivated along the way. Save your seat: tinyurl.com/p48r2bne

🎉 Ready for #AALL26? Whether it’s your first Annual Meeting or you’re a seasoned pro, the #AALLSpectrum March/April issue has the full guide to programming and events you won’t want to miss. Check it out now: tinyurl.com/45xfw52s 💰 Plus—early bird perks! Register by May 20 and save up to $100. Don’t wait—lock in your spot today: aallconference.org/registration/

AI is transforming the legal world, and shifting client expectations and economic changes are keeping firms on their toes. How can legal professionals stay ahead when the landscape keeps evolving? Join Thomson Reuters Institute on March 26 @ 11:00 a.m. CDT for a webinar with expert insights, data, and benchmarking from the 2026 AI in Professional Services Report. 📊 Reserve your spot: tinyurl.com/2tjhxdpt

From all-digital law libraries to generative AI and the future of legal information, #LawLibraryJournal Vol. 118, No. 1 explores how technology, research systems, and the role of law librarians are evolving in a rapidly changing legal landscape. Read the full issue: tinyurl.com/3pmnvmkn

Research projects can be expensive. Get the funding you need! Apply for the AALL LexisNexis Research Grant by April 1. 💡 Up to $10,000 available 📚 Supports legal and law-related information research Learn more and apply today. tinyurl.com/ee7fm5js

Law Librarians love to write—but balancing your schedule and ambition can be hard!☕✍️ Join us for AALL’s Virtual Coffee Chat on March 18 at 1:00 p.m. CDT, where two published authors will share how they built sustainable writing habits and stayed motivated along the way. Save your seat: tinyurl.com/p48r2bne

Be part of shaping the conversation in law librarianship! Join the AALL Spectrum or Law Library Journal Editorial Board and: ✨ Elevate diverse voices in the profession ✨ Spotlight the issues that matter most to law librarians ✨ Help guide content that educates, informs, and inspires Don’t just follow the future—help write it. Apply now! tinyurl.com/8dr7a2pr

💡 Help shape AALL 2026! Take the Hot Topics programs survey to help decide the programs at the 2026 Annual Meeting & Conference in Cleveland, July 18–21. These sessions focus on current challenges, emerging issues, and recent legal developments. 📝 The survey takes just 5 minutes and is completely confidential. ⏰ Deadline: Wednesday, March 12. Make your voice count! tinyurl.com/35efz7yr #AALL2026 #LawLibraries #HotTopics #ProfessionalDevelopment

In February we welcomed 22 new members! Let's give a warm AALL welcome to our new friends and colleagues!