³ÉÈËÊÓÆµeBriefing

IMPORTANT ANNOUNCEMENTS

³ÉÈËÊÓÆµeBriefings are periodic electronic publications sent to the entire membership that include important, timely announcements and information important to the Association.

³ÉÈËÊÓÆµPodcast

INTRODUCING THE AALLIn PODCAST

³ÉÈËÊÓÆµis launching The AALLIn Podcast, a new series designed to spark conversation, share insights, and highlight the work of law librarians across all types of institutions.

Featuring voices from throughout our community—as well as legal information experts—the podcast explores emerging technologies, evolving roles, and the impact of legal information professionals in today’s world.

The first episode drops in April—stay tuned!

MEET YOUR HOSTS

 

Kathleen (Katie) Brown is the associate dean for information resources at Charleston School of Law. A recognized leader in legal technology and ethics, she was named a 2024 vLex Fastcase 50 honoree and received the 2024 AALS Section of Technology, Law & Legal Education Technology & Ethics Award for her contributions to advancing these areas in legal education.

Brown holds a JD from Seattle University School of Law with a focus on intellectual property law, an MS in Library and Information Science from Drexel University, and a BFA from DePaul University. She is a frequent CLE instructor on topics including legal ethics, artificial intelligence, legal technology, process optimization, and legal research. Her teaching experience spans courses such as Legal Technology for Practice, Art of Advocacy, specialized legal research, and multiple courses on artificial intelligence.

An active member of AALL, Brown has served in numerous leadership roles, including on the ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµExecutive Board from 2011 to 2014. Her research interests encompass intellectual property, legal technology in education, artificial intelligence, and acting skills for lawyers. Her recent scholarship, co-authored with Jessica de Perio Wittman, is published in Volume 8 of the Journal of Legal Technology at Texas and available online: Who is Shaping Technological Competence in ABA-Accredited Law Schools?

 

Andre Davison is the director of the Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library, serving the third-largest county in the United States. He is the first African American Director in the Law Library’s 110-year history. With 30 years of experience across the legal and corporate sectors, Andre is a recognized leader in advancing diversity, innovation, and technology-enabled service delivery in the legal industry.

Davison has held numerous leadership roles with AALL, including serving on the Executive Board (2022–2025). His work reflects a deep commitment to strengthening member engagement, elevating the profession, and expanding the impact of law libraries in their communities.

His accomplishments have earned multiple honors, including his law firm’s Diversity Award (2018), winning the ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµInnovation Tournament (2019), and receiving the Fastcase 50 award (2020), which recognizes the law’s most innovative and visionary leaders. In 2021, he was elected Fellow of the College of Law Practice Management, and most recently, he received the Houston Bar Association President’s Award for his service as 2024–2025 Co-Chair of the HBA County Law Library Committee.

He currently serves on the Access to Justice Network Advisory Board, the State Bar of Texas Access to Justice Technology Committee, and as Co-Chair of the International Legal Technology Association (ILTA) Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Committee. He holds a BBA in Marketing from the University of Houston and an MS in Information Science from the University of Texas.

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³ÉÈËÊÓÆµSpectrum

Advancing the Profession

The ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµ bimonthly member magazine is designed to further professional development and education within the legal information industry. Each issue delves into crucial aspects of law, covering topics like AI, diversity, technology, leadership, and more.

DETAILS

  • Published six times a year, beginning with the September/October issue
  • Digital-only; with a print on demand option
  • Advertising opportunitiesÌýare available
  • For archive issues of ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµSpectrum beyond Vol. 20, please contactÌý³ÉÈËÊÓÆµDirector of Marketing & Communications Heather Haemker.

Print on Demand

The ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµ member publication, ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµSpectrum, is open-access and available at no cost to members and nonmembers in a digital format. With the current platform, you have the option to download individual articles or the full magazine as a PDF and print straight from your computer.

However, if you would like to purchase a professional print copy of the current issue of AALL Spectrum (saddle stitched) or a past issue, please complete the form below. AALL Spectrum prints in color and costs will include set-up, printing, and shipping. Please note shipping costs will vary depending on destination and international shipping will cost more than domestic shipping. Issues listed below will only be available for purchase once they are posted online.

If you have any questions or problems submitting the form, please contact Heather Haemker, ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµdirector of marketing & communications.

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³ÉÈËÊÓÆµSpectrum Editor

SERVE AS THE NEXT EDITOR OF ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµSPECTRUM

³ÉÈËÊÓÆµis seeking the next Editor for ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµSpectrum, a volunteer position with a three-year term beginning July 23, 2025, following the Annual Meeting & Conference. This is a wonderful opportunity to contribute to the growth and success of the Association and make a significant impact in the profession.

As Editor, you will:

  • consult with the ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµSpectrum Editorial Board to shape the publication’s long-term editorial direction and fulfill its charge,
  • monitor trends in law librarianship and legal technology to ensure timely, relevant content,
  • elect themes, topics, authors, and articles for each issue in collaboration with the Editorial Board, and
  • review article submissions and coordinate Editorial Board feedback to ensure high-quality content.

Please review the full Position Description and ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµSpectrum Fact Sheet before applying.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience in the legal information profession
  • Strong communication skills

Law Library Journal

Since 1908,ÌýLaw Library Journal (LLJ)Ìýhas been the official journal of the ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµ. Scholarly articles on law, legal materials, and librarianship are the mainstay of the Journal. LLJ has been a peer-reviewed publication since 2019. LLJ is published quarterly and is available as a digital-only publication with a print on demand option.

Read the current issue

Access the archive (Vol 103-Vol 118)

Law Library Journal is an open-access publication available at no cost to members and nonmembers in a digital format.

SUBMISSIONS

Manuscripts for the Journal should be emailed toÌýHeather Haemker, director of marketing & communications. For specific information about style and format, please refer to the Submission Guidelines page.


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ENHANCED DIGITAL EDITIONS ON HEINONLINE
(³ÉÈËÊÓÆµMEMBERS ONLY)

³ÉÈËÊÓÆµmembers haveÌýaccess to the full LLJ archive on HeinOnline (Volume 1 – current) and it includes active links to cited content as part of the HeinOnline collections.*

(³ÉÈËÊÓÆµMembers Only)

If you have any questions or need help locating an article, please reach out to Heather Haemker, ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµdirector of marketing & communications.

Links to 20,000+ citations, and counting, from:

  • ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµPublications Library
  • Bar Journals
  • Canada Supreme Court Reports
  • Case law
  • Early American Case Laws
  • English Reports Full Reprint
  • Federal Register
  • Foreign & International Law Resources Database
  • Law Journal Library
  • Library of Congress Classification (Dershem)
  • New York Legal Research Library
  • Session Laws Library
  • Spinelli’s Law Library Reference Shelf
  • State Reports
  • U.S. Congressional Documents
  • U.S. Federal Agency Documents, Decisions, and Appeals
  • U.S. Statutes at Large
  • U.S. Supreme Court Reports
  • U.S. Treaties & Agreements

*Excludes American Law Institute, Kluwer Law International Journal Library, United Nations Law Collection, and Hague Academy of Collected Courses Online).

Print on Demand

Law Library Journal is an open-access publication available at no cost to members and nonmembers in a PDF format. ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµmembers can access the enhanced digital issue through HeinOnline that includes active links to cited content that is part of the HeinOnline collections. You also have the option to download individual articles or the full PDF and print straight from your computer.

However, if you would like to purchase a professional print copy of the current issue of Law Library JournalÌý(saddle stitched) or a past issue, please complete the form below. Law Library Journal prints in black & white with color covers and costs include set-up, printing, and shipping. Please note shipping costs will vary depending on destination and international shipping will cost more than domestic shipping. Issues listed below will only be available for purchase once they are posted online.

If you have any questions or problems submitting the form, please contact Heather Haemker, ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµdirector of marketing & communications.

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Law Library Journal Editor

BECOME THE NEXT EDITOR OF LAW LIBRARY JOURNAL

The Law Library Journal (LLJ) Editor leads the Law Library Journal Editorial Board, andÌýcurates compelling content for each quarterly issue, ensuring it informs, engages, and reflects the interests of ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµmembers.

As Editor, you will:

  • consults with the Law Library Journal Editorial Board to fulfill its charge, including the long-range editorial content and direction of the Journal,
  • review submitted articles and make a final decision on acceptance/revision/rejection, and
  • follow up with the Editorial Board on assigned tasks, which could entail editing or mentoring an author.

QUALIFICATIONS

  • Experience as a writer and/or editor
  • Background in academic publishing, either through scholarly work or prior journal experience
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills
  • Significant experience in the law library profession
  • Active ³ÉÈËÊÓÆµmembership with a record of involvement with the Association

Please review the Position Description and Law Library Journal Fact Sheet before applying.