Many law librarians work amid limited resources, frequent meetings and interruptions, and pressure to "prove their value" through productivity metrics. Against this backdrop, we will introduce slow librarianship, a philosophy informed by the broader slow movements. It advocates intentionality, sustainability, and relationship-building over a narrow focus on output or innovation. Participants will leave with practical strategies to balance measurement with purposefulness and tools to mitigate burnout and strengthen professional engagement.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This program would appeal to all categories of law librarians. The panel will offer suggestions for both individuals and organizations, thus providing information of interest to both workers and managers. 

TAKEAWAYS:

1. Articulate the core principles of slow librarianship and explain how this framework differs from traditional productivity-focused approaches to library work.
2. Identify at least three practical strategies for implementing slow librarianship practices in their own library settings at either the individual or organizational level.
3. Analyze the relationship between slow librarianship and professional well-being, including how intentional practices can help mitigate burnout and improve job satisfaction while maintaining quality service. 

SPEAKERS:

• Kristina Alayan, University of Maryland School of Law, Thurgood Marshall Law Library
• Lorin Jackson, University of Pennsylvania

MODERATOR:

• Julie Tedjeske Crane, Penn State Dickinson Law

READ MORE ABOUT SLOW LIBRARIANSHIP:

• Meredith Farkas, What Is Slow Librarianship?, Information Wants to Be Free (Oct. 18, 2021), https://meredith.wolfwater.com... [https://perma.cc/2TK4-2H87].
• Julia Glassman, The Innovation Fetish and Slow Librarianship: What Librarians Can Learn from the Juicero, In the Library with the Lead Pipe (Oct. 18, 2017), https://www.inthelibrarywiththeleadpipe.org/2017/the-innovation-fetish-and-slow-librarianship-what-librarians-can-learn-from-the-juicero/.
• Lorin Jackson, Jill Deaver & Meredith Solomon eds., Embracing Slow Librarianship: Tools for Sustainable, Ethical, and Inclusive Practice (Bloomsbury Libraries Unlimited 2027).
• Lorin Jackson, Jill Deaver & Meredith Solomon, Fast Questions and Thoughtful Answers: Balancing Innovation, Inclusivity, and Slow Librarianship, in Slow Librarianship: Reflections and Practices (Ashley Rosener ed., Library Juice Press 2026).
• Lori Spradley, What Is Slow Librarianship?, Keeping Up with... Am. Libr. Ass'n, Ass'n of Coll. & Rsch. Libr.), https://www.ala.org/acrl/publi... [https://perma.cc/55X5-N7U4].
• Julie Tedjeske Crane, Slow Librarianship and Slow Productivity: Complementary Approaches to Sustainable Work, in Creating Healthy Library Workplaces: Five Factors That Improve Employee Engagement and Satisfaction (Jason Martin ed., Bloomsbury Libraries Unlimited 2026).

AALL BODY OF KNOWLEDGE DOMAINS: Professionalism + Leadership At Every Level, Management + Business Acumen

CANCELLATION AND OTHER POLICIES

No refunds will be given for any purchased live AALL webinar. This applies to non-AALL members only as AALL webinars are free for AALL members.

All AALL webinars include live captioning services.

The opinions shared during this program represent the views of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL). Recording, capturing, or using AI tools to duplicate, transcribe, or otherwise reproduce an AALL program in any form is strictly prohibited without prior written consent from AALL. This includes, but is not limited to audio, video, or any other content shared. By attending an AALL program or accessing an AALL recording, you agree to adhere to this policy.

Registering for this package only includes AALL Virtual Exchange programs taking place on Wednesday, September 23 and the available recordings from that day's events. If you plan on attending both days of the AALL Virtual Exchange, purchase the full package at a discounted rate.

This virtual event goes beyond the hype to focus on how AI is actually being used in law libraries and legal information settings today. Designed for professionals who understand the value of AI as a tool, this program offers a practical, experience-driven look at how colleagues are integrating AI into their daily work—what’s working, what’s not, and where the greatest impact is being realized.

Across two-tracks of interactive sessions and peer-led discussions, participants will explore real-world use cases, from research support and workflow efficiencies to training strategies and ongoing tool maintenance. 

Whether you are refining your current approach or looking to expand how you use AI tools, this program offers a collaborative space to learn, share, and build confidence through real-world application.

The AALL Virtual Exchange is generously sponsored by LexisNexis.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

All times are in Central Daylight Time

Speaker and program information will be added as confirmed. 

Register today to learn more about the candidates for AALL Vice President/President-Elect prior to the upcoming election on October 1, 2026. June Liebert, chair of the Nominations Committee, will serve as moderator for the forum. Please note: Registration is open to AALL members only.

Questions for Candidates? Members are encouraged to participate in the moderated forums by submitting questions in advance to [email protected] by August 21. Please indicate which candidate forum you would like your question directed to. Members will also have the opportunity to ask a question during the forum via live chat.

Candidates for Vice President/President-Elect
(2027-2028; Serving on the Board until July 2030)

It's important to make an educated decision, and we encourage members to learn more about the candidates before voting opens. Read the Q&A with the candidates from the July/August issue of AALL Spectrum and the candidate biographies and statements.

Mary E. Matuszak
Director of Library Services
New York County District Attorney's Office
New York, New York

Liz Reppe
State Law Librarian
Minnesota State Law Library
St. Paul, Minnesota

AALL BODY OF KNOWLEDGE DOMAINS: Professionalism + Leadership At Every Level

CANCELLATION AND OTHER POLICIES

The opinions shared during this program represent the views of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL). Recording, capturing, or using AI tools to duplicate, transcribe, or otherwise reproduce an AALL program in any form is strictly prohibited without prior written consent from AALL. This includes, but is not limited to audio, video, or any other content shared. By attending an AALL program or accessing an AALL recording, you agree to adhere to this policy.

Registering for this package includes all AALL Virtual Exchange programs taking place on Friday, September 18 and Wednesday, September 23 and the available recordings from both days' events. If you plan on attending only one day, please register for either Day 1: September 18 or Day 2: September 23.

This two-day virtual event goes beyond the hype to focus on how AI is actually being used in law libraries and legal information settings today. Designed for professionals who understand the value of AI as a tool, this program offers a practical, experience-driven look at how colleagues are integrating AI into their daily work—what’s working, what’s not, and where the greatest impact is being realized.

Across two-tracks of interactive sessions and peer-led discussions, participants will explore real-world use cases, from research support and workflow efficiencies to training strategies and ongoing tool maintenance. 

Whether you are refining your current approach or looking to expand how you use AI tools, this program offers a collaborative space to learn, share, and build confidence through real-world application.

The AALL Virtual Exchange is generously sponsored by LexisNexis.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

All times are in Central Daylight Time

Speaker and program information will be added as confirmed. 

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

All times are in Central Daylight Time

Speaker and program information will be added as confirmed.

Registering for this package only includes AALL Virtual Exchange programs taking place on Friday, September 18 and the available recordings from that day's events. If you plan on attending both days of the AALL Virtual Exchange, purchase the full package at a discounted rate.

This virtual event goes beyond the hype to focus on how AI is actually being used in law libraries and legal information settings today. Designed for professionals who understand the value of AI as a tool, this program offers a practical, experience-driven look at how colleagues are integrating AI into their daily work—what’s working, what’s not, and where the greatest impact is being realized.

Across two-tracks of interactive sessions and peer-led discussions, participants will explore real-world use cases, from research support and workflow efficiencies to training strategies and ongoing tool maintenance. 

Whether you are refining your current approach or looking to expand how you use AI tools, this program offers a collaborative space to learn, share, and build confidence through real-world application.

The AALL Virtual Exchange is generously sponsored by LexisNexis.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

All times are in Central Daylight Time

Speaker and program information will be added as confirmed.

We can never know for sure what type of emergency will strike. They can cause major disruption or only minor annoyance, but we know they are always lurking.  Everyday brings a potential disaster, but also an opportunity to respond. Disaster response planning cannot address every possible emergency, but it can enhance our reaction time and minimize potential effects.  Even if the law library has a plan in place, it needs to be constantly updated to reflect the ways libraries operate, as well as changes in staffing, communication, assets, infrastructure, and physical space. Join this panel for a discussion of tips based on recent lessons learned from recent wildfires, planning strategies, and recommended supplies and resources to keep on hand – just in case!

TARGET AUDIENCE:

All law librarians.

TAKEAWAYS:

1. Participants will be able to create a list of supplies and resources to incorporate into their disaster preparation plan.
   
2. Participants will understand how to communicate to staff and stakeholders about the disaster preparation plan, including recently onboarded staff, work-from-home team members, and others.

SPEAKERS:

• Erik Adams, Sidley Austin LLP
• Kerstin Leistner, Pepperdine University Law Library
• Joy Shoemaker, U.S. Court of Appeals - Ninth Circuit Library

MODERATOR:

• Robin Schard, University of Miami School of Law Library

AALL BODY OF KNOWLEDGE DOMAINS: Information Management, Management + Business Acumen

CANCELLATION AND OTHER POLICIES

No refunds will be given for any purchased live AALL webinar. This applies to non-AALL members only as AALL webinars are free for AALL members.

All AALL webinars include live captioning services.

The opinions shared during this program represent the views of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL). Recording, capturing, or using AI tools to duplicate, transcribe, or otherwise reproduce an AALL program in any form is strictly prohibited without prior written consent from AALL. This includes, but is not limited to audio, video, or any other content shared. By attending an AALL program or accessing an AALL recording, you agree to adhere to this policy.

Register today to learn more about the candidates for AALL Executive Board Member prior to the upcoming election on October 1, 2026. June Liebert, chair of the Nominations Committee, will serve as moderator for the forum. Please note: Registration is open to AALL members only.

Questions for Candidates? Members are encouraged to participate in the moderated forums by submitting questions in advance to [email protected] by August 21. Please indicate which candidate forum you would like your question directed to. Members will also have the opportunity to ask a question during the forum via live chat.

Candidates for Executive Board Member (2027-2030)

It's important to make an educated decision, and we encourage members to learn more about the candidates before voting opens. Read the Q&A with the candidates from the July/August issue of AALL Spectrum and the candidate biographies and statements.

Sarah Reneker Andeen
Chief Knowledge and Research Services Officer
Chapman and Cutler
Chicago, Illinois

Caren Luckie
Director of Research Services
Jackson Walker LLP
Houston, Texas

Maribel Nash
Senior Legal Intelligence and Resource Education Analyst
Cooley LLP
San Francisco, California

Bonnie Shucha
Associate Dean for Library & Information Services
Director of the Law Library
University of Wisconsin Law School
Madison, Wisconsin

AALL BODY OF KNOWLEDGE DOMAINS: Professionalism + Leadership At Every Level

CANCELLATION AND OTHER POLICIES

The opinions shared during this program represent the views of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL). Recording, capturing, or using AI tools to duplicate, transcribe, or otherwise reproduce an AALL program in any form is strictly prohibited without prior written consent from AALL. This includes, but is not limited to audio, video, or any other content shared. By attending an AALL program or accessing an AALL recording, you agree to adhere to this policy.

As AI rapidly reshapes legal research, writing, and practice, law librarians are playing a critical role in preparing the next generation of lawyers to use these tools responsibly and effectively. In this webinar, attendees will explore the most important trends shaping AI adoption in legal education, emerging best practices for teaching AI literacy and judgment, and practical approaches for helping students build skills they will need from day one in practice. Join us for an engaging discussion on how the legal industry is evolving — and how librarians can lead with innovative, practice-ready strategies that meet the moment.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

This webinar will benefit everyone but mainly benefit Academic Law Librarians. 

TAKEAWAYS:

1. Explore the biggest trends shaping AI adoption in legal education and identify what they mean for law librarians, faculty, and practice-ready student development. 
2. Understand best practices for teaching responsible AI use, including how to help students build judgment, verify outputs, and understand when and how to use AI effectively in legal workflows. 
3. Learn practical ways to integrate AI literacy into instruction, orientation, and research support so students are better prepared for the expectations they will face in law firms and legal practice. 

SPEAKERS:

• Rebecca Fordon, Ohio State University Moritz Law Library
• Kevin Gerson, UCLA Law Library
• Joe Marando, Harvey

AALL BODY OF KNOWLEDGE DOMAINS: Professionalism + Leadership At Every Level, Teaching + Training

CANCELLATION AND OTHER POLICIES

No refunds will be given for any purchased live AALL webinar. This applies to non-AALL members only as AALL webinars are free for AALL members.

All AALL webinars include live captioning services.

The opinions shared during this program represent the views of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL). Recording, capturing, or using AI tools to duplicate, transcribe, or otherwise reproduce an AALL program in any form is strictly prohibited without prior written consent from AALL. This includes, but is not limited to audio, video, or any other content shared. By attending an AALL program or accessing an AALL recording, you agree to adhere to this policy.

When it comes to your collection do you have questions around what to keep, what to rely on third parties for, what to digitize, and what to repair? This webinar will provide resources for updating your book preservation policy. The presenters will also address digitization evaluation best practices including accessibility and consortial collections to help you determine what should move to digitized versions and what should be kept for posterity in print.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

All law librarians.

TAKEAWAYS:

1. Understand how to determine value of your collection related to your budget and preservation policy.
2. Learn the importance of matching your preservation policy with your mission and determine what that commitment looks like.
3. Evaluate digitization and which questions to ask to make a decision on digitization.

SPEAKERS:

• Rob Mead, Washington Supreme Court
• Michelle Trumbo, Antonin Scalia Law School, George Mason University; Director of Preservation and Collections at NELLCO

AALL BODY OF KNOWLEDGE DOMAINS: Information Management

CANCELLATION AND OTHER POLICIES

No refunds will be given for any purchased live AALL webinar. This applies to non-AALL members only as AALL webinars are free for AALL members.

All AALL webinars include live captioning services.

The opinions shared during this program represent the views of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL). Recording, capturing, or using AI tools to duplicate, transcribe, or otherwise reproduce an AALL program in any form is strictly prohibited without prior written consent from AALL. This includes, but is not limited to audio, video, or any other content shared. By attending an AALL program or accessing an AALL recording, you agree to adhere to this policy.

Since January 2024, Micah W.J. Smith has served as a U.S. District Judge for the U.S. District Court for the District of Hawaiʻi. Before taking the bench, he built a distinguished career in public service as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the District of Hawaiʻi, where he held key leadership roles, including Deputy Chief of the Criminal Division, Chief of Appeals and Legal Strategy, and Criminal Civil Rights Coordinator. Previously, Judge Smith served for six years as an Assistant U.S. Attorney in the Southern District of New York, handling complex and high-profile matters. Earlier in his career, he practiced at O’Melveny & Myers LLP in Washington, DC.

Judge Smith clerked for Justice David H. Souter of the U.S. Supreme Court and for Judge Guido Calabresi of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit. He earned his JD, magna cum laude, from Harvard Law School and his BA, summa cum laude, from Lock Haven University of Pennsylvania.

During his keynote, Judge Smith will explore the power of empathy, connection, and service—what Hawai‘i calls “aloha”—as a model for leadership, highlighting how law librarians are uniquely positioned to wield influence responsibly, advance access to justice, and guide the legal profession through emerging challenges like generative AI.

KEYNOTE SPEAKER:

• Judge Micah W. J. Smith, U.S. District Court for the District of Hawai'i

SPEAKER:

• Jenny Foster, 2025-2026 AALL President

AALL BODY OF KNOWLEDGE DOMAINS: Professionalism + Leadership At Every Level, Research + Analysis, Information Management, Teaching + Training, Marketing + Outreach, Management + Business Acumen

CANCELLATION AND OTHER POLICIES:

No refunds will be given for any purchased AALL conference recording. This applies to non-AALL members only as the recordings are free for AALL members.

The opinions shared during this program represent the views of the speakers and do not necessarily reflect those of the American Association of Law Libraries (AALL). Recording, capturing, or using AI tools to duplicate, transcribe, or otherwise reproduce an AALL program in any form is strictly prohibited without prior written consent from AALL. This includes, but is not limited to audio, video, or any other content shared. By accessing an AALL recording, you agree to adhere to this policy.