This program covers the essential, often unwritten rules, relationships, and realities (the "alohas") of management within the profession. Whether you're new, recently promoted to middle or senior leadership, or an experienced, evolving manager, this program provides fresh perspectives. Academic and firm panelists will share their diverse managerial experiences, focusing on the challenges and benefits of developing a cohesive and dynamic team. Attendees will leave with a practical management toolkit and expanded network.

Groups will discuss pre-determined topics relevant to their managerial level and possibly exchange contact info with like-minded colleagues, as an additional management toolkit asset. Concludes with a Q& A group discussion.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

Anyone currently in or actively considering a role role in law librarian management, regardless of institution type (academic, firm, court, or government) or years of experience.

TAKEAWAYS:

1. Participants will be able to design and adapt a personal management portfolio by identifying at least three overlooked but high-impact professional considerations—from political acumen to boundary setting—to enhance career growth.
2. Participants will be able to develop a managerial toolkit with concrete strategies for onboarding, delegation, and performance feedback that can be immediately applied to build a cohesive and dynamic staff. 
3. Participants will be able to expand a Peer-Support Network by connecting with law librarian managers across firm and academic institutions to exchange practical advice and sustain professional development beyond the conference.

SPEAKERS:

• Andre Davison, Harris County Robert W. Hainsworth Law Library
• Susan deMaine, Indiana University Maurer School of Law
• Amy Harrison, Ogletree Deakins

COORDINATOR/SPEAKER:

• Rena K. Seidler, Ogletree Deakins

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 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.