American Association of Law Libraries

Discover how Microsoft Copilot can support competitive intelligence work in the latest Talking Tech column by Mark A. Gediman and Kevin Miles.

This piece explores how Copilot can help generate SWOT analyses from web-based information and why building a library of effective prompts can save time, improve efficiency, and strengthen results.

Read the column: https://tinyurl.com/5cudw4hm

In May, we had 37 new members join AALL! Give a warm welcome to our newest members!

Curiosity, community, and concrete tools define Rachel E. Gordon’s work in library operations at Yale.
Explore how budgeting challenges and an MBA shaped her leadership—and what she learned at her first AALL Annual Meeting & Conference. Read Rachel's profile: https://tinyurl.com/4muk98ac

Make your voice heard! Whether you are a new member eager to contribute, or a seasoned professional looking to make an impact, AALL New Voices invites you to share your unique perspective. Submit a short piece of 100-600 words and take this opportunity to be published and recognized within the AALL community. Send your post with the subject line "New Voices Project" to Heather Haemker, director of marketing & communications, at [email protected]

Last chance to join AALL's 2026 Legislative Advocacy Training this Monday, June 1, from 3:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m. (CDT). Hear from Congressman Timothy M. Kennedy and enjoy a Q&A with Chief of Staff Adam Fogel. Get practical strategies, insider perspective, and tools to make your voice heard. Register: http://tinyurl.com/4jvffvr3

The May 2026 edition of The Education Edge is here! This month’s issue highlights the AALL Body of Knowledge domain Marketing + Outreach with resources and ideas to support your professional growth.

Explore:
📚 Access services conversations and trends
🎤 Marketing + Outreach programming at
🤝 Tips for building connections and promoting yourself at the Annual Meeting
💡 The value of AALL Partner Webinars featuring timely insights, emerging technologies, and practical solutions for your work

Dive into this month’s issue and see what’s new!
https://tinyurl.com/577n9z5r

Discover the 2025 AALL State of the Profession report—a comprehensive view of the law library and legal information landscape, showcasing the contributions, challenges, and aspirations of legal information professionals. Available in digital, print, or bundle formats. Learn more: tinyurl.com/3kdd9rpm

Lights, camera… Cleveland! 🎬

From iconic filming locations and music history to great food and lakefront views, Cleveland has plenty to explore while you’re at the 2026 AALL Annual Meeting & Conference. Between networking events, educational programs, and conversations with colleagues from across the profession, you’ll leave with new ideas, new connections, and inspiration to grow in your career.

Join us in Cleveland, July 18–21 — register now!
https://aallconference.org/registration/

🎉 AALL is partnering with Legal Geek for Legal Geek North America on June 2 in Chicago.
This exciting event will bring together 1,000 senior law firm leaders, in-house counsel, and legal innovators for practical, peer-led discussions on the future of legal services.
Highlights include:
• 🤝 Networking with legal leaders from across North America
• 🎤 Roundtables, workshops, panels, CLE sessions, and TED-style talks
• 💡 50 expert speakers from across the legal industry
• 🌇 A dynamic open-air Chicago setting designed for connection
👉 Register here: https://tickets.legalgeek.co/north-america-2026/8874772?ref=AALL&code=AALL26%C2%AE_type_id%3D894882

How can libraries strengthen communication with both patrons and staff? In the latest issue of , Rod Hall explores the impact of communication shortfalls in library settings and why effective communication is essential to building stronger workplace environments and delivering excellent service.

Read the article: https://tinyurl.com/3vr7z6fh