Are you a law librarian without a JD? Join us as a panel of MLIS/MLS only law librarian share their expertise! We will discuss career pathways, overcoming imposter syndrome, job search and networking tips, and resources to help your develop your legal research skills.

TARGET AUDIENCE:

MLIS/MLS-only law librarians and MLIS/MLS students.

TAKEAWAYS:

1. Participants will learn to identify and explore diverse career opportunities available to law librarians with an MLIS or MLS, ranging from traditional roles in law firm and academic law libraries to growing positions in legal technology and information management.
2. Participants will develop strategies to recognize and overcome imposter syndrome, fostering a sense of self-confidence as law librarians with an MLIS/MLS only.
3. Participants will learn about resources to develop and enhance their essential legal research skills.

SPEAKERS:

• Laura Maury, Baker McKenzie
• Victoria Swindle, Steptoe & Johnson PLLC
• Havilah Bakken, Trellis Law

COORDINATOR:

• Laura Dixon-Caldwell, University of Cincinnati College of Law

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

CANCELLATION AND OTHER POLICIES:

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