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The American Association of Law Libraries (AALL) is a nonprofit for legal professionals. We are here to: + Grow your network + Improve access to legal information + Support your professional development Learn more about AALL: www.aallnet.org

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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 8h
Show off your spooky spirit! Share your Halloween costumes, decorations, festive displays, and creative crafts with us. We’ll feature your frightfully fun photos for the whole AALL membership to enjoy on Halloween! 🕸️🦇 Email your photos to gmaley@aall.org.
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 10h
There's still time to register for tomorrow's CRIV Vendor Roundtable: Accessibility Highlights! Join representatives from Thomson Reuters and LexisNexis on October 15 at 11 a.m. CDT to hear about accessibility and user experience developments across their products. Register now: tinyurl.com/ymma55nn
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 11h
Voting for the 2026 AALL Executive Board closes Saturday, October 31, at 3:00 p.m. (EDT). Take a few minutes to review the candidates’ biographies and statements, listen to the candidate forums, and make your voice heard before the deadline. 👉 Cast your vote: vote.aallnet.org/aall/
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 13h
Less than one week left to submit your idea! Program and workshop proposals for the 2027 AALL Annual Meeting & Conference, July 17–20 in Philadelphia, are due Monday, October 19, at 2:00 p.m. (CDT). Explore the 30 “must-have” topics and proposal resources, then submit your idea! tinyurl.com/3zyx5ea9
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
👋 Meet Tommy Beane, an emerging technology and archives librarian! From art and museum collections to more than 15 years at Skadden, Tommy’s journey to law librarianship has been shaped by a lifelong curiosity about collections and how people access information. #AALL tinyurl.com/4whub58h
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 13/10/2026
Have a professional challenge, emerging trend, SIS initiative, or timely issue you’d like to explore with colleagues? Propose a topic for a future Virtual Coffee Chat and create a space for conversation, ideas, and shared learning. Submit your proposal today: tinyurl.com/yjr5kebe
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
Today, we honor Indigenous peoples, their histories, cultures, and contributions. May we continue to listen, learn, and recognize Indigenous voices and leadership today and throughout the year. #IndigenousPeoplesDay
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
AALL President Jessica Whytock reflects on her path to law librarianship, the leadership lessons she’s learned through AALL service, and her vision for helping AALL move Forward Together. Get to know Jessica in the latest #AALLSpectrum Member Spotlight! tinyurl.com/565ydz8v
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 12/10/2026
☕ Join us October 13 for the AALL Virtual Coffee Chat: No Title Required: Leadership at All Levels! Connect with colleagues, exchange ideas, and explore what leadership looks like at every stage of your career. 🔗 tinyurl.com/yc4h773j
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
Your vote helps shape AALL’s future. Online voting for the 2026 AALL Executive Board is open through 3:00 p.m. (EDT) on Saturday, October 31. Get to know the candidates by reviewing their biographies and listening to the candidate forums. Then cast your vote! vote.aallnet.org/aall/
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 09/10/2026
What does legal research really cost? A new Law Library Journal article, “Measuring What Matters: Investigating the Hidden Costs of Legal Search Methods,” examines the tradeoffs of print and Boolean research. Read the article to explore why the research process itself matters. tinyurl.com/ykchufca
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
Register now for "CRIV Vendor Roundtable: Accessibility Highlights" on October 15, 11:00 AM (CDT). Vendor representatives from Bloomberg, Thomson Reuters, and LexisNexis will provide highlights regarding accessibility and user experience developments on their products. Register: tinyurl.com/ymma55nn
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 08/10/2026
🚀 Looking for what’s next—or your next great hire? The AALL Career Center brings legal information professionals and employers together, with job opportunities and career resources all in one place. Whether you’re ready for your next move or building your team, start here: tinyurl.com/32sswc3r
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
Leadership can feel intimidating—especially when we associate it with titles, authority, or having all the answers. But leadership often shows up in much smaller, everyday moments. Join us October 13 for "AALL Virtual Coffee Chat: No Title Required: Leadership at All Levels." tinyurl.com/yc4h773j
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
In the "Thomson Reuters Partner Webinar: The Top 5 AI Adoption Challenges Facing Law Libraries and How to Solve Them." Explore approaches for critical thinking and responsible AI use in legal research workflows, including techniques for evaluating AI-generated results. tinyurl.com/3s8bky94
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 07/10/2026
With Banned Books week here, we want to know: If you could add one challenged or banned book to every law library collection, what would it be? 📚⚖️ Tell us the title—and why you think it belongs in a law library in the comments.
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
📷📷 Halloween is on the way! 📷📷 Send in your costumes, decorations, décor displays, and crafts, and we'll show them off to the whole membership on Halloween! 📷📷 📷 Email photos of your cute or creep creations to gmaley@aall.org!
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Attend the "AALL Webinar: Balancing Metrics and Mindfulness: An Introduction to Slow Librarianship for Law Library Professional" to learn about slow librarianship, a philosophy informed by the broader slow movements. Register for the October 8, 11:00 AM (CDT) webinar now! tinyurl.com/7v5wbasw
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 06/10/2026
Have an idea to share with your colleagues? Submit a program or workshop proposal for #AALL27, July 17–20 in Philadelphia, by October 19 at 2:00 p.m. Share a fresh perspective, successful approach, or topic that deserves a deeper conversation—and help shape the 2027 program. tinyurl.com/3zyx5ea9
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 05/10/2026
Meet Galina Abdel Aziz, the October 2026 FCIL-SIS Member of the Month. Galina is a works at Syracuse University of Florida Law School. Learn more about Maria here: tinyurl.com/yfbn933y
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 02/10/2026
In the Reference Desk column, Lindsey Carpino, Ryan Metheny, and Scott Vanderlin explore how law librarians can build professional reputations through meaningful contributions, authentic relationships, committee service, writing, presentations, and collaboration. Read now: tinyurl.com/332yvsyz
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
🎃👻 The countdown to Halloween is on! 🍂✨ Costumes, cobwebs, or carved pumpkins—we want to see it all. Show off your spooky décor or kooky costumes, and we’ll feature our members’ creativity this Halloween! 🕸️🦇 📸 Send your photos to gmaley@aall.org!
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Online voting for the AALL Executive Board is now open and runs through 3:00 p.m. (EDT) on Saturday, October 31. Access biographies and statements and listen to the candidates’ forums to make an informed decision! vote.aallnet.org/aall/
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
📣 AALL President Jessica Whytock has released an eBriefing announcing new support for AALL’s advocacy and government relations efforts. Read Jessica’s full message for more details: tinyurl.com/5brfsufw
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 01/10/2026
Learn strategies to balance measurement with purposefulness and tools to mitigate burnout and strengthen professional engagement at the ""AALL Webinar: Balancing Metrics and Mindfulness: An Introduction to Slow Librarianship for Law Library Professionals."" Register now! tinyurl.com/7v5wbasw
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
Discover five of the most common AI adoption challenges law librarians are encountering today and learn proven approaches in the "Thomson Reuters Partner Webinar: The Top 5 AI Adoption Challenges Facing Law Libraries and How to Solve Them." Register now: tinyurl.com/3s8bky94
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
🎙️ AALLIn Episode 6: Content Is King, But the Kingdom Is Changing In the latest episode of AALLIn, leaders from across the legal information industry explore the evolving content landscape, and how law libraries can demonstrate the value of quality content. 🎧 Listen to Episode 6: tinyurl.com/25sxjkh4
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 30/09/2026
In the latest #LawLibraryJournal article, Sarah E. Ryan, Madeleine A. Ball, Agnes G. Pearcy, Diana Quinones, and Dawn L. Smith explore survey findings on professional development, upskilling, and career pathways Read the article: tinyurl.com/ykchufca
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
AALL’s newest self-paced course, Contract Negotiation: Essential Strategies and Skills, provides a practical framework for managing vendor relationships, navigating contracts, and aligning stakeholders. tinyurl.com/4dtmzwya #AALL #LawLibrarians #ProfessionalDevelopment #NegotiationSkills
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Have a professional challenge, emerging trend, SIS initiative, or timely issue you’d like to explore with colleagues? Propose a topic for a future Virtual Coffee Chat and create a space for conversation, ideas, and shared learning. Submit your proposal today: tinyurl.com/yjr5kebe
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Scott D. Bailey, director of research services at Eversheds Sutherland LLP, shares how his leadership approach has evolved—and offers advice for new leaders on listening first, building trust, embracing uncertainty, and giving teams space to innovate. Read his insights: tinyurl.com/348t6nrd
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
Join the Annual Meeting Program Committee Chair and Vice Chair, along with two experienced program proposers and presenters, for a practical conversation about developing and submitting a strong proposal. The event is tomorrow, September 29—register now tinyurl.com/56hbu95w
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 28/09/2026
In the latest Voices Across the Spectrum article by Carol Watson in #AALLSpectrum, read a practical reflection on how law librarians can respond to conflict, support one another, and remain grounded in purpose. tinyurl.com/34x6s4rr
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
The AALL Mentor Program connects members through personalized, one-on-one mentorship pairings designed to support professional growth, guidance, and meaningful connection. Our updated application helps create stronger, more tailored matches based on your goals and interests. bit.ly/AALLMentor
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Join AALL for Balancing Metrics and Mindfulness: An Introduction to Slow Librarianship for Law Library Professionals on Oct. 8, from 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. (CDT). Explore how intentionality and relationship-building can help balance productivity metrics & reduce burnout. tinyurl.com/m633ntb7
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
What happens when a patron asks about a “straw man,” identifies as a “traveler,” or presents documents with a “reserved” mark? Learn how law librarians can navigate these unique challenges in “Sovereign Citizens & Law Libraries” by Sara V. Pixon in AALL Spectrum tinyurl.com/2s369s5a
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
✨ The October Education Edge has arrived! ✨ Check out our updated monthly roundup for top resources in Information Management, AI tool implementation, and leadership tips from Scott D. Bailey. tinyurl.com/4rc9sm2r
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 24/09/2026
Are you considering submitting a program proposal for the 2027 Annual Meeting & Conference? Join the Annual Meeting Program Committee Chair and Vice Chair for a practical conversation about developing and submitting a strong proposal. Register for the September 29 live event! tinyurl.com/56hbu95w
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
💡 What made you choose law librarianship? For Victoria Louis-Damon, it was seeing firsthand how law librarians connect people with resources, teach legal research skills, support the public, and strengthen the legal community. Read the full post here: tinyurl.com/mrxwaf8b
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
Are you creating a Banned Books Week display this year? We want to see it! Send AALL a photo of your display, book cart, bulletin board, or other Banned Books Week programming. We'll share selected submissions on AALL social media. Email your photos to gmaley@aall.org.
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
How can legal professionals effectively oversee GenAI-powered research tools? In “Effective Human Oversight of GenAI-Powered Legal Research Tools,” B. Mills Jennings introduces a framework for evaluating oversight and offers practical activities for novice GenAI users. tinyurl.com/ykchufca
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 21/09/2026
🗳️ TOMORROW: Meet the Vice President/President-Elect Candidates Join us tomorrow, Sept. 22, from 2:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m. (CDT), for the AALL Vice President/President-Elect Candidates’ Forum. 👉 Register today: tinyurl.com/43zfswbv
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
🌟 Take your AALL membership one step further. Want to do a little more to support the profession you’re part of? Become an AALL Champion Member with a $75 upgrade when you renew your membership. Ready to be a Champion? Add the upgrade when you renew: bit.ly/AALLchampion
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
AALL membership grants you access to the education, resources, networking opportunities, and professional community that help you grow, connect, and succeed throughout the year. Join AALL today or renew your membership today: tinyurl.com/329vnnj2
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 18/09/2026
📍 Hello, Washington! AALL Immediate Past President Jenny Foster is in Seattle, Washington, for the WestPac Annual Meeting! She kicked things off at the opening reception with WestPac President Justin Iverson. Great to see AALL connections happening beyond the Annual Meeting! 👋 #WestPac2026 #AALL
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
🌐 Broaden your legal research horizons with AALL’s Index to Foreign Legal Periodicals (IFLP)! IFLP opens up legal scholarship, with access to 800+ journals, essay collections, and congress reports covering foreign, comparative, and international law. Explore IFLP today: tinyurl.com/jfjatbdc
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
There's no better schedule than YOUR schedule. AALL’s self-paced course, Foundations of Legal Research, gives you practical tools to approach legal research with confidence. 💻 Learn at your own pace. Strengthen your skills. Register today: tinyurl.com/3x5pw49p
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
In the latest #AALLSpectrum, Amarainie Marquez explores how public law libraries can move beyond being “invisible” institutions and make legal information more accessible through community outreach. 🔗 Read "The Invisible Law Library" in #AALLSpectrum: tinyurl.com/y6zrd363
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
The latest issue of Law Library Journal is now available! Read the latest scholarship and research from your colleagues in the profession. 👉 Read Issue 3: tinyurl.com/ykchufca
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AALL @aallnet.bsky.social · 16/09/2026
On September 18, hear from legal information professionals and AI leaders about how AI is changing our roles, strategies, and services. You can still register for Friday, Sept. 18 & 23 | 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. CDT 💻 Virtual via Zoom 👉 Register now: tinyurl.com/xdxebtna
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